Downtown Geneva Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Geneva
Popular places to visit
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.
Brunswick Monument
Look up at the spires and statues before you enter this structure in its pleasant setting surrounded by a lakeside park.
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.
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.
Activities
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Geneva: Unlimited Switzerland Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Geneva: Hop-on Hop-Off Bus & Scenic Mini-Train Tour
Luxury Private Concierge - French Alps Driving Tour
Geneva City Tour & Boat Cruise
Our pick of the best Downtown Geneva Hotel Deals
citizenM Geneva
Loved the high tech stuff. Loved the shower and the iPad controls. Very cool.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Excellent to have the library area available for relaxing in and making hot drinks whenever we wanted. Really appreciated this facility. Also great to have bar vouchers instead of daily room cleaning!
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Hotel Royal
Excellent standard of room. Only thing that disappointed us was the fact we stated we needed a twin room twice in advance of coming. When we got to the room, there was 2 duvets but the bed was not split and even when we did this, it was still sharing one double bed sheet. Thank you to the check in ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hotel N'vY
Room was small but clean. Would have like coffee make in room vs the kertle and instant coffee. Staff did a great job giving us a room w 2 beds and was cooler. Staff was awesome, always helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Hotel Edelweiss
Great service. The restaurant was amazing. The only negative was the shower head was very low/ in 5’11 and I couldn’t fit under. Other than that it was greats I would stay there again for sure. Largest room we had out of the 4 hotels we stayed at in Switzerland
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Novotel Geneve Centre
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Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Geneva
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.
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.
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.
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.
James-Fazy
While visiting James-Fazy, you might make a stop by sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path.
