Geneva City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Geneva City Centre
Popular places to visit
Jet d'Eau Fountain
Visit this iconic Geneva attraction day or night to enjoy this spectacular fountain shooting water high in the air.
City Center Shopping Area
During your visit to Geneva, you can search for that perfect souvenir at City Center Shopping Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Rue du Rhône
During your visit to Geneva, you can do some window-shopping at Rue du Rhône. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Flower Clock
One of the most famous symbols of Geneva is a large working clock made of flowers that changes with the seasons.
Saint-Pierre Cathedral
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.
Place du Bourg-de-Four
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.
Activities
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Geneva: Unlimited Switzerland Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Geneva Old Town In-App Audio Tour: Europe's Most Elegant City
Geneva: Hop-on Hop-Off Bus & Scenic Mini-Train Tour
Carouge In-App Audio Tour: Charming Little Neighbour of Geneva
Our pick of the best Geneva City Centre Hotel Deals
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
citizenM Geneva
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Hotel N'vY
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Hotel Suisse
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Novotel Geneve Centre
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
ibis Geneve Centre Nations
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Geneva City Centre
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.
Pâquis Navigation
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.
Cornavin
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.
Downtown Geneva
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Geneva. Check out top attractions like Shopping Area Geneve and Flower Clock, and jump on the metro at Coutance Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.
James-Fazy
While visiting James-Fazy, you might make a stop by sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path.
