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
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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
Sisi Monument

Sisi Monument

Learn about the local history of Geneva when you take a trip to Sisi Monument. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Sisi Monument

Activities

Chamonix village with the river Arve.

Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour

AU$177
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour

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

AU$179
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
people observing boats in geneva

Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour

AU$104
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
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$640
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mt. Pilatus with cruise on Lake of Lucerne Small Group from Basel
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Lausanne

Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Lausanne

AU$259
per adult
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Lausanne
Chamonix : Paragliding Experience

Chamonix : Paragliding Experience

AU$515
per adult
Chamonix : Paragliding Experience
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Our pick of the best Downtown Geneva Hotel Deals

Hotel Suisse
Hotel Suisse
3 out of 5
10 Place Cornavin, Geneva, GE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$329 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$329
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"excellent property and amazing staff"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Hotel Suisse
citizenM Geneva
citizenM Geneva
4 out of 5
31-33 Rue de la Rotisserie, Geneva
The price is AU$273 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$273
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (791 reviews)
"Great modern hotel. High tech. Great staff. All pleasant and so helpful. Great location. Easy walking to all areas. Wonderful weekend."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 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$228 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$228
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (869 reviews)
"Very cute, cool spot tucked away near Old Town in a prime shopping district. I thought the rooms were a bit scarce — definitely could use coffee machines (for that morning coffee before you want to see strangers in the elevator) and additional bedsheets."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Hotel Royal
Hotel Royal
4 out of 5
Rue de Lausanne 41-43, Geneva
The price is AU$343 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$343
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
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! (999 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and in a great location for transport."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Hotel Royal
Hotel Bernina Geneva
Hotel Bernina Geneva
3 out of 5
22 Place Cornavin, Geneva
The price is AU$258 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$258
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (462 reviews)
"5 minute walk to centre of the city. Train station is very convenient to the hotel. Hotel staff were extremely helpful and friendly and overall everything was 5 stars from me!"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Hotel Bernina Geneva
Novotel Geneve Centre
Novotel Geneve Centre
4 out of 5
19 Rue De Zurich, Geneva, GE
The price is AU$307 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$307
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
"We had such a fantastic time at this hotel! The restaurant was wonderful, and the service was top-notch. It's super conveniently located, just three blocks from the train station, so getting around was a breeze. There are loads of great restaurants and shops nearby, plus all the essentials of Geneva ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Novotel Geneve Centre
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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
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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
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Pâquis Navigation

4/5(1 area review)

Though Pâquis Navigation may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paquis Baths and Mont Blanc Bridge.

Pâquis Navigation
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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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Rues Basses - Old Town

Shopping, lake views and restaurants highlight some notable features of Rues Basses - Old Town. Make a stop by Flower Clock or Rue du Rhône while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Molard Tram Stop or Rive Tram Stop to get around town.

Rues Basses - Old Town

Downtown Geneva Travel Guide

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