👥About 203,000 (city proper); about 500,000 in the metropolitan areaPopulation
💬French (official); German also widely usedLanguage
💱Swiss franc (CHF)Currency
🕐CET (UTC+1); CEST (UTC+2 in summer)Timezone
💰$105–$457/dayDaily Budget
🛡️Very SafeSafety
At a Glance
👥Population
About 203,000 (city proper); about 500,000 in the metropolitan area💬Language
French (official); German also widely used💱Currency
Swiss franc (CHF)🕐Timezone
CET (UTC+1); CEST (UTC+2 in summer)💰Daily Budget
$105–$457/day🛡️Safety
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Where lakeside calm meets a world-class diplomatic pulse.
First-time travelers to Geneva are drawn to the sparkling lakefront, elegant waterfront promenades, and the city’s unmistakable international energy. From the iconic Jet d’Eau to historic Old Town streets, you’ll find refined culture, mountain panoramas, and gourmet Swiss pleasures just minutes apart.
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