Downtown Geneva Travel Guide

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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Full-Day Trip to Riviera Col du Pillon & Glacier 3000

AU$137
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip to Riviera Col du Pillon & Glacier 3000
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Gruyères: Cheese & Chocolate Tour with Golden Express Train

AU$355
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Gruyères: Cheese & Chocolate Tour with Golden Express Train
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From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train

AU$339
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train
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Geneva - Old Town Private Walking Tour

AU$817
Per adult
Geneva - Old Town Private Walking Tour
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Food tour with EAT and CHILL TOUR Geneva & Lausanne

AU$511
Per adult
Food tour with EAT and CHILL TOUR Geneva & Lausanne
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Private Trip From Geneva to Glacier 3000

AU$2,057
Per adult
Private Trip From Geneva to Glacier 3000
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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$208 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$208
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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 breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (485 reviews)
"Loved our stay at CitizenM. Small rooms but well thought out, quiet and very comfortable beds. Excellent breakfast and coffee. Very friendly and helpful staff. Will stay again. Trams in front going all over and free transportation for tourists."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

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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$234 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$234
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
"Ruby Claire was a great place to stay for our purpose. On arrival we were greeted by Beka who was kind, professional and with exceptional service. Which was very helpful for an enjoyable stay. Overall a very pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Hotel Royal
Hotel Royal
4 out of 5
Rue de Lausanne 41-43, Geneva
The price is AU$297 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
AU$297
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"Great place to stay, classic style."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Hotel Royal
Hotel Bernina Geneva
Hotel Bernina Geneva
3 out of 5
22 Place Cornavin, Geneva
The price is AU$321 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$321
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (283 reviews)
"This hotel is literally across the street from the train station and a five minute walk to Lake Geneva. The room was very nice and the staff was very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Hotel Bernina Geneva
Hotel Suisse
Hotel Suisse
3 out of 5
10 Place Cornavin, Geneva, GE
The price is AU$287 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$287
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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)
"It was right at the station so very convenient to coming and going by train. Walking distance to most tourist sites. We had 5th floor room which was a bit dated compared to the second floor room of our friends which had been refurbed and had more space and better bathroom."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Hotel Suisse
Hotel N'vY
Hotel N'vY
4 out of 5
Rue de Richemont 18, Geneva, GE
The price is AU$296 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$296
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were lovely and so sweet. Very helpful and gave lots of information of the area we were in, along with great tips for sight seeing!"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

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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 Cité du Temps and Rousseau Island.

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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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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Rues Basses - Old Town

Shopping, lake views and restaurants highlight some notable features of Rues Basses - Old Town. Make a stop by Shopping Area Geneve or Flower Clock 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

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