Geneva is home to some of the world's biggest organisations including the United Nations, Red Cross and World Health Organisation. For that reason Geneva attracts a wide range of people from across the world giving it a cosmopolitan feel. It also means that there are lots of options for car hire. Geneva is a great destination for both business and leisure visitors.

Driving tips
In Switzerland they drive on the right hand side of the road and roads are well maintained and sign posted. However the regulations are strictly enforced so make sure you check the road and parking rules before you get behind the wheel. A couple of useful ones to know are: children under 12 are not allowed to sit in the front passenger seat and hooting isn't allowed after dark.

What to see
Geneva is divided by the Rhone River that flows out of the lac Leman (Lake Geneva). The old city is on the southern shore and the airport is a short drive away to the north-west, straddling the French border. It has extensive shopping areas and lots of cultural attractions including leading museums. You'll also find plenty of parks to relax in and you can often catch a free concert in one of the theatres.

Day trips
Geneva is ideally situated to explore local lake and mountain areas and small villages. A couple of good options are Lausanne, which is 55km from Geneva and is famous for its beautiful lakeside promenades, 14th-century architecture, Olympic Museum and clubbing scene. In the first two weeks of July head to Montreux which holds the world famous Montreux Jazz Festival. The village is worth visiting anytime for its close views of the Swiss Alps and its resort feel.

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