7 days in Geneva & Florence Itinerary

Geneva brings the world to one small city with a huge expat population and the highest number of international organizations in any one city.

Patinoire des Vernets has been added to your itinerary. Get a sense of the local culture at Chateau de Chillon and The Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique). Your inner history buff will appreciate Cathedrale de Lausanne and Vieille ville. Change things up with these side-trips from Geneva: Chaplin's World (in Corsier-sur-Vevey), Freddie Mercury Statue (in Montreux) and Collection de l'Art Brut (in Lausanne). There's still lots to do: get a new perspective on nature at Museum of Natural History (Museum d'Histoire naturelle) and ponder the design of The Geneva Water Fountain.

To see maps, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Geneva tour itinerary maker website.

Washington DC, USA to Geneva is an approximately 13-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 6 hour difference. In May, Geneva is little chillier than Washington DC - with highs of 66°F and lows of 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to travel to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Duomo di Pisa and Stibbert Museum. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Loggia dei Lanzi. Venture out of the city with trips to Pisa (Camposanto & Baptistery of St. John) and Piaggio Museum (in Pontedera). Next up on the itinerary: admire the striking features of Basilica San Miniato al Monte, get engrossed in the history at Sinagoga di Firenze e Museo ebraico, don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John.

For where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Florence trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Geneva to Florence takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In May, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 71°F, while at night they dip to 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Sun) to allow time for travel back home.