Downtown Geneva Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Geneva Museum of Natural History which includes bird life and swimming

Popular places to visit

Saint-Pierre Cathedral showing religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

Saint-Pierre Cathedral

4/5(10 reviews)

Towering over Geneva’s old town is this 12th-century cathedral, known for its mixture of architectural styles and the Roman temple ruins that lie beneath it.

Saint-Pierre Cathedral
Flower Clock which includes flowers and outdoor art

Flower Clock

4/5(12 reviews)

One of the most famous symbols of Geneva is a large working clock made of flowers that changes with the seasons.

Flower Clock
Bourg-de-Four Square featuring outdoor eating, street scenes and café scenes

Place du Bourg-de-Four

4/5(5 reviews)

For centuries, this popular square in Geneva’s old town has served as a meeting place. Dine in a bistro, visit antique stores and admire the architecture.

Place du Bourg-de-Four
Geneva showing heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Brunswick Monument

Look up at the spires and statues before you enter this structure in its pleasant setting surrounded by a lakeside park.

Brunswick Monument
Chapel of the Maccabeans

Chapel of the Maccabees

Gaze up at the spectacular ceiling paintings and note how the sunlight penetrates the stained-glass windows in this magnificent chapel.

Chapel of the Maccabees
Barbier-Mueller Archeology Museum featuring interior views

Barbier-Mueller Archeology Museum

Learn about tribal cultures and ancient civilizations through their distinctive art and relics. See why some of the pieces are considered to be masterpieces.

Barbier-Mueller Archeology Museum

Activities

From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour

From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour

AU$177
per adult
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
people observing boats in geneva

Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour

AU$102
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
From Geneva: Gruyères Cheese & Chocolate Private Tour

From Geneva: Gruyères Cheese & Chocolate Full-Day Trip

AU$441
per adult
From Geneva: Gruyères Cheese & Chocolate Full-Day Trip
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Lausanne

Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Lausanne

AU$256
per adult
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Lausanne
From Basel Small Group - Mt. Pilatus Heritage with a cruise on Lake of Lucerne

Mt. Pilatus with cruise on Lake of Lucerne Small Group from Basel

AU$632
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mt. Pilatus with cruise on Lake of Lucerne Small Group from Basel
Geneva Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience

Geneva Food Tour with Full Meal - Do Eat Better Experience

AU$315
per adult
Geneva Food Tour with Full Meal - Do Eat Better Experience
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Our pick of the best Downtown Geneva Hotel Deals

citizenM Geneva
citizenM Geneva
4 out of 5
31-33 Rue de la Rotisserie, Geneva
The price is AU$232 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$232
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (744 reviews)
"Great hotel everything we needed and lovely staff."

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

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Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
4 out of 5
Rue du Rhône 46, Geneva
The price is AU$258 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$258
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (817 reviews)
"The hotel is tricky to find and the entrance is located in a shopping arcade. Keep eyes peeled for McDonald's and you'll be close! However the room was good but duvet too small for a couple. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Gr at location."

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Hôtel International & Terminus
Hôtel International & Terminus
3 out of 5
Rue des Alpes 20, Geneva, GE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$208 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (558 reviews)
"Stayed here for 3-day work trip. Selected location based on cost and convenience to main train station (and other transport). Added breakfast (on site restaurant), which had basics (breads, cook-your-own eggs, ham, cheese) but not much else. Would have preferred another hot dish and some Ovalmaltine ..."

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025

Hôtel International & Terminus
Hotel Tiffany by Fassbind
Hotel Tiffany by Fassbind
4.5 out of 5
20 Rue de L'Arquebuse, Geneva, GE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$251 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$251
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (840 reviews)
"The room was lovely and very clean!"

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Hotel Tiffany by Fassbind
Warwick Geneva
Warwick Geneva
4 out of 5
14 Rue De Lausanne, Geneva, GE
The price is AU$297 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$297
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Great lovation"

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Warwick Geneva
Hotel Royal
Hotel Royal
4 out of 5
Rue de Lausanne 41-43, Geneva
The price is AU$311 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$311
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Good stay. Nothing special, but staff were friendly and the property was clean. Slightly dated rooms but everything was good and no major issues to report. I would stay again. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 8 Feb. 2025

Hotel Royal
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Geneva

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Saint-Gervais Les Bergues

While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.

Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
Geneva showing heritage architecture

Geneva City Centre

Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Geneva City Centre. Check out top attractions like Mont Blanc Bridge and Paquis Baths, and jump on the metro at Cornavin Tram Stop or Mole Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Geneva City Centre
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Cornavin

4/5(3 area reviews)

While you're in Cornavin, take in top sights like St. James Way and jump on the metro at Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Cornavin
Geneva showing a monument and a garden

Quai du Mont-Blanc

Travellers come to Quai du Mont-Blanc for its lake views, and you can see top attractions like Brunswick Monument and Sisi Monument while you're in town.

Quai du Mont-Blanc
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James-Fazy

While visiting James-Fazy, you might make a stop by sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path.

James-Fazy
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Pâquis-Temple

4/5(5 area reviews)

When in Pâquis-Temple, you can plan a visit to Mont Blanc Bridge and Paquis Baths, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pâquis-Temple

Downtown Geneva Travel Guide

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