Our most recommended things to do in Annecy

From Geneva: Annecy Half-Day Trip

1. From Geneva: Annecy Half-Day Trip

Annecy, located just 45-minutes from Geneva, is a town that has been awarded France’s prestigious Art and History designation. When you arrive in Annecy you’ll have a guided orientation walk and then plenty of free time to explore Annecy on your own. Please note that if you select the afternoon tour, then this will be self-guided.  As you walk through the streets of this charming town on the River Thiou you’ll come across numerous food and flea markets and historic monuments and landmarks. Browse the shops and stop to try a traditional dish at one of the many restaurants or cafés.

Annecy: 1-Hour Segway Discovery Tour

2. Annecy: 1-Hour Segway Discovery Tour

Discover the pleasure of riding a Segway on a 1-hour tour of Annecy. Benefit from a 10 to 15-minute training session on how to operate the self-balancing vehicle before you set off. Journey alongside the clear waters of Annecy Lake and be seduced by the various gardens bordering the water. Marvel at the picturesque Jardins de l'Europe (Gardens of Europe) and La Pâquier. Get a stunning view of the Parc Charles-Bosson, adorned with beautiful trees and more. Listen as your guide tells the story of Annecy and lets you take photos of the amazing landscape. Feel free to ask any questions about the city and surrounding area. End by admiring the magnificent Belle Epoque façade of the Imperial Palace hotel, where notable personalities such as Edith Piaf, Charlie Chaplin and Winston Churchill have all been welcomed.

Annecy: City Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour

3. Annecy: City Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour

Get to know Annecy at your own pace on this interactive scavenger hunt walking tour played on your phone. Decipher riddles, interact with the most important attractions of the city, and unlock interesting facts and legends. An ideal outdoor activity for first time visitors, couples, groups, families, and children. Can be used as a great team-building activity. You will receive a link for the mobile app and login credentials after booking. Log in to the app and start your adventure with the map as your guide. Soak in the vibrant atmosphere while listening to stories of this historical town. At each stop, learn about the attraction and solve a location-based riddle that can only be solved if you reach the specific location. Use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to unlock the correct code and reveal the next destination of the city sightseeing game. During the tour, choose to pause the app at any time to take a break or spend some more time to see the sights. Take time to see the famous Annecy Cathedral, Le Palais de I'Île, Église Notre Dame de Liesse, Old Town Hall, and more. Learn facts about the history and culture city of Annecy throughout the tour. Explore the city at your own pace while playing a fun treasure hunt game with your team.

Audio-Guided Tour of Annecy with smartphone

4. Audio-Guided Tour of Annecy with smartphone

Visit and listen to the cultural heritage story of one of the most beautiful town in France : Marseille. Discover all the iconic places in the neighborhoods of Annecy. With your smartphone and our application, you will explore your itinerary and listen, through a synthesis voice, to the heritage history of the various places and monuments. You can, if you wish, personalize your itinerary and add or remove places to visit to tailor the tour to your preferences. Within minutes of your purchase, you'll receive a confirmation e-mail containing your login and password, as well as instructions on how to download our application and listen to your audioguide. Your account will be active immediately, but the audioguide will only be available for the chosen period. We recommend using headphones for a better visiting experience.

Annecy: 1.5-Hour Segway Tour

5. Annecy: 1.5-Hour Segway Tour

Experience the charm and beauty of the alpine town of Annecy from a different perspective on a 1.5-hour guided tour by Segway. Get a short training session on the easy-to-use personal transporters to ensure you feel confident before you set off. Make your way down to the crystal clear waters of Lake Annecy, surrounded by the mountains of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Be seduced by the various gardens bordering the lake, and hear the story of the town as you take souvenir pictures of the scenic landscapes and historic buildings. Admire the magnificent hotel of the Imperial Palace where Charlie Chaplin, Winston Churchill and the singer Edith Piaf were all guests. Enter the medieval Old Town and discover its amazing network of canals and tiny streets. End at the Thiou River which, at just 3.5 kilometers long, is one of the smallest rivers in France.

Annecy: Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

6. Annecy: Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

ABOUT THE ACTIVITY Experience the excitement of being a detective and join the thrilling Sherlock Holmes game with your team. While celebrating freedom at the Liberty Festival, a man named Balthazar, the head of Homeland Security, is found dead with a knife in his back. The police have apprehended four suspects and it's up to you to solve the case and uncover the truth. By moving around the city you will unlock assignments. Here you will find characters who are willing to help. But the information comes at a price! Solve their puzzles, take on hilarious photochallenges, chase down culprits and play along to get closer to solving the murder. During this Murder Mystery you can check your progress on the suspect board. Can you solve the murder? Play Sherlock Holmes! This is a fun activity to do with your family when visiting a city. The game has a low difficulty level and therefore suitable to play with kids. But also as a couple this game can be a lot of fun! Can you solve the murder of Balthazar together? IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Date: to book this game you have to choose a date, BUT you can play, pause & continue whenever you like. - Persons: 1 player stands for 1 team. - Note: this City Game uses the city as an interactive playing field, but does not provide any information about the city!

Lyon: The Great bike Tour from North to South

7. Lyon: The Great bike Tour from North to South

See the city of Lyon and cross the Saône River into Vieux Lyon on this exciting bike or e-bike day tour. Explore the city and admire Renaissance monuments throughout the city as you travel from the north to the south. Discover Lyon from north to south, and begin by meeting the guide that will lead you through the city. Start the tour from the Old Town before crossing the river Saône to go see the beautiful Terreaux Square and its fountain. Cross the Peninsula before taking the Rhône's banks to go to the south of Lyon. Enjoy the view over Fourvière Hill, the Grand Hôtel-Dieu, and many more monuments during the ride. Explore the south of Lyon, near the Peninsula, close to the Saône, and discover the modern district of Confluence, a completely different and beautiful side of the city. Finish your adventure alongside the Old Town (Vieux-Lyon), and be charmed by its Renaissance style, its colorful facades, and its cobblestone streets.

Geneva City Tour and Annecy Visit

8. Geneva City Tour and Annecy Visit

On this 7-hour combined program, you’ll head to Annecy, located just 45 minutes away by bus. Annecy is often referred to as the Venice of the Alps and draws visitors to its romantic landscapes. You’ll have a half-hour orientation to the old town and its colorful pedestrian streets. The town, crossed by the River Thiou, offers a picturesque and enchanting scene, and numerous food markets and flea markets enliven the streets. Rich in cultural activities, including museums and castles to visit, Annecy has received the coveted Art and History designation. After spending some free time in Annecy, get to know Geneva on a 2-hour guided tour that takes you to the city’s international district that’s home to the world’s peacemaking organizations, and to the city center as well. Enjoy a mini-train tramway tour and a guided walk through the historic old town area.

Annecy 2-Hour Segway Tour

9. Annecy 2-Hour Segway Tour

Meet your guide at Mobilboard. Start with an introduction to riding the Segway, and a presentation of the safety rules. Begin the experience by strolling along the clear waters of Annecy Lake.Feel intrigued by the various gardens bordering the lake. Hear the story of Annecy, take pictures on your Segway, and ask questions about the city. Continue your trip by admiring the magnificent Imperial Palace, which has welcomed personalities such as Edith Piaf, Charlie Chaplin or Churchill. Carry on your getaway in the medieval Old Town and discover its canals, tiny streets and churches. Finish the experience by getting of the beaten track along the Thiou river. 

Private Walking Tour of Annecy's Historical Center

10. Private Walking Tour of Annecy's Historical Center

Visit one of the loveliest cities of the Rhône-Alpes region of France: Annecy. It's situated in the Alps, so if you love skiing this is the place for you. Today, you can enjoy a private walking tour of Annecy with private guides who will take you to all the spots that interest you most! Also known as the "Second Venice," Annecy has plenty of beauty in store. See the Palais de l'Isle, which was a prison in the 12th century, and for something completely different, move on to cross the bridge of lovers. Another must-see is the gleaming lake of Annecy, inarguably a city highlight. Before you end your day in Annecy, you are also recommended to visit the Old Town, a lovely area full of quaint cafés to keep visitors well-fueled and busy. If there is any place in particular you would like to go but it is not mentioned in the tour description, just ask your guide and he or she will be happy to take you wherever you want to go.

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Totally recommend, beautiful scenery. Breathtaking views on the way to Annecy. Many options for things to do at the old town. Don’t forget to try a croissant from one of the boulangeries.

Brilliant trip to Annecy. Perfect from start to finish. Annecy is well worth a visit, it’s beautiful. Would love to return one day! Would recommend this trip.

Though the weather was rainy, it was excellent trip, tour guide Zara was very knowledgeable and entertaining and we enjoyed the

Really lovely to see! If you go for the Christmas market make sure you have cash (euros only!)

Lovely day out in a beautiful part of the country! It was raining, but not too bad.