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
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
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
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 family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Sisi Monument

Activities

Chamonix village with the river Arve.

Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour

AU$188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Annecy, Venice of the Alps from Geneva

Annecy, Venice of the Alps from Geneva

AU$142
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Annecy, Venice of the Alps from Geneva
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour

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

AU$190
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours

Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours

AU$61
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

AU$55
per adult
Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine
people observing boats in geneva

Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour

AU$110
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Geneva Hotel Deals

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
4 out of 5
Rue du Rhône 46, Geneva
The price is AU$247 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$247
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (991 reviews)
"Perfect, beautiful place"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Hotel Suisse
Hotel Suisse
3 out of 5
10 Place Cornavin, Geneva, GE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$291 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$291
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,007 reviews)
"This hotel is conveniently located by the train station and within walking distance to restaurants, shops, and local attractions."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Hotel Suisse
citizenM Geneva
citizenM Geneva
4 out of 5
31-33 Rue de la Rotisserie, Geneva
The price is AU$323 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$323
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (861 reviews)
"Great place. Check-in went fast. Breakfast was awesome. Very friendly employees."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

citizenM Geneva
Warwick Geneva
Warwick Geneva
4 out of 5
14 Rue De Lausanne, Geneva, GE
The price is AU$358 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$358
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable rooms, friendly staff, excellent location near the train station, bus stations, and grocery stores."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Warwick Geneva
Hotel Royal
Hotel Royal
4.5 out of 5
Rue de Lausanne 41-43, Geneva
The price is AU$375 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$375
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in every aspect."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hotel Royal
Marmont Hotel
Marmont Hotel
4 out of 5
5 Rue du Prince, Geneva
The price is AU$297 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$297
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (232 reviews)
"Location of the hotel is excellent being close to the lake, shopping & restaurants. The staff were friendly & helpful, especially in the breakfast room where there was a good selection of food on offer for this type of hotel. We were staying in 2 different types of rooms, double business & delux ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Marmont Hotel
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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 Rousseau Island and Mont Blanc Bridge, and jump on the metro at Cornavin Tram Stop or Mole Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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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 Sisi Monument and Brunswick Monument while you're in town.

Quai du Mont-Blanc
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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

Downtown Geneva Travel Guide

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