**LAST Geneva review**…read more One of the things I like the most about Geneva is that hanging out in parks is an everyday activity, kicking a football around, throwing frisbees, or just lazing around on a blanket with a picnic lunch. Granted, it is probably because there's very little else to do on weekends, but it is this forced sense of leisure that gives Geneva it's distinct romantic European feel. I'm not much of a nature person myself (I don't really like any of the elements, be it wind, sun, grass, or sand), but I do go out of my way to walk through this park on my way to the Old Village from Plainpalais. Parc des Bastions is a great respite from the city surrounding it. You don't just happen on it--the tall gated entrance that faces the Rath Museum provides a magnificent entryway into the wide promenade flanked on both sides by large expanses of grass, tall trees, and beautiful architecture. Just inside the entrance is the over-sized checker and chess boards that decorate the paved ground. You would expect tourists to be posing with the knee-high chess pieces, but instead, it's where the locals, young and old, play pick-up games with friends and strangers. As if it's the most normal thing in the world to be dragging enormous checker/chess pieces across a huge board with your feet. If you walk on a bit further, you'll find on your left a magnificent wall sculpture of the founding fathers of Geneva. Being much of a city girl, I've never really figured out what people do in parks. But despite my own inability to enjoy spending hours sitting around in the grass, I am going to miss watching other people who have mastered the art of un-bothered relaxation.

Sometimes, walking around a beautiful Swiss city like Geneva gets tiring...like 10 miles of walking…read moreand I gotta take a break. Yes, I usually stop at cafes and bars for my second-wind, but sometimes, I have to check out the serenity of the local parks. This park is redic. Just look at my pics and wish that you, too, had an opportunity to get tired from gadding around Switzerland and chillaxin at this park. Be like Louis R, travel to Switzerland.

The park is well kept and features the famous Flower Clock, which is definitely worth a photo…read more There are plenty of benches and walking paths, making it perfect for a leisurely stroll or a quick break after exploring the city center. It felt calm and scenic without being far from shops and restaurants.

Small but pretty cool public park in Geneva…read more The key attraction here is the clock made out of flowers around the year. We came in the winter time when the temperature is already very low, and the flower clock was still there. Of course we had to take some touristy pictures. The park itself is not very big, but it's right next to the water so you get a beautiful view of the lakefront. Due to the location, they do host many different events here, and because we came around the time of the holidays, there was a lot of street vendors selling different kinds of food and there was a lot of families enjoying their time. We enjoyed our time here.

One of iconic sights in Geneva. The sheer power and height of the water jet are impressive, and it…read morelooks amazing from almost anywhere along the lake. Up close, the mist is refreshing (and you will get a little wet), which honestly adds to the experience. It's free, easy to access, and perfect for a relaxing walk along Lake Geneva. The views of the water, mountains, and city together are beautiful, especially at night when the fountain is lit up. Great for photos and just soaking in the atmosphere.

A marvel and spectacular sight to behold, on a clear and still day the jet d'eau can really be…read moreappreciated for the height it reaches! A must see while in Geneve. At night it is lit up with various colors!

The Reformation Wall is a massive and impressive historical landmark in Geneva, honoring key…read morefigures of the Protestant Reformation. If you're visiting the Banc de la Treille (the longest bench in the world), getting here should be easy but we unnecessarily ended up taking a longer route. From the bench, it should just be a short downhill walk--about 5 minutes--into Parc des Bastions, near the Old Town. There was a group of people practicing some Mexican dance when we got there. Wish they let us take our photos for a few minutes, but they were just minding their business that we had to wait until they were done.

AKA The Reformation Wall...built in 1909 this 60 foot stone wall has the leaders of the Protestant…read moreReformation etched into it. They stare down at you as you try and figure out how to fit them all into one picture. The wall is located in a Park just outside the wall of the old town of Geneva. It's a wall..what more can I say?? :)