Cornavin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
United Nations European Headquarters
Tour the headquarters of one of the world’s most important organisations. See the impressive chambers and artworks and monuments in the surrounding parklands.
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.
Jet d'Eau Fountain
Visit this iconic Geneva attraction day or night to enjoy this spectacular fountain shooting water high in the air.
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.
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.
Flower Clock
One of the most famous symbols of Geneva is a large working clock made of flowers that changes with the seasons.
Activities
Glass-Roof Bus Tour to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen from Geneva
Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour with Boat Ride (3h)
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine
Our pick of the best Cornavin Hotel Deals
Hotel Bernina Geneva
"Excellent."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Warwick Geneva
"Hotel has great location if you are traveling by train since directly opposite main station. Great view from rooms on upper floors. Staff professional. Good option for a base in Geneva"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Le Square
"Staff not accommodating, room was clean, but no face towels. Walking distance to the central train station. Close to shops"
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hôtel des Alpes
"Excellent stay, helpful staff."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hotel Cristal
"staffs were OK. good location and closed to main train station. walking distance to the Lake and many others. very convenient location. small room. mattress very soft. small carpet area is old and looks weird. may be not good for stay with young children because too many glasses. still using physical ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hotel Royal
"Great location a few minutes walk from the central train station. Staff were friendly and made us feel welcome. Tram stop is directly out the front. Within minutes of booking, I received an email to download free transport around Geneva (boat, tram, train). This was really useful. Room was spacious ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cornavin
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.
James-Fazy
While visiting James-Fazy, you might make a stop by sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path.
Downtown Geneva
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Geneva. Check out top attractions like Flower Clock and Rue du Rhône, and jump on the metro at Coutance Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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 / des Grottes
Saint-Gervais / des Grottes is highly notable for its panoramic lake views, and you might want to visit top sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Rousseau Island. See more of Geneva by jumping on the metro at Lyon Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop.
