Geneva Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A classical building with a central dome, large columns, and a prominent entrance.
A classical building with columns and a red door, surrounded by trees and potted plants.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church, and mountains in the background.
A narrow street with terracotta-tiled roofs, a wooden bench, and a potted plant.
A historic building with a tall spire and a clock tower.

Stay near popular Geneva Old Town attractions

A cityscape with illuminated buildings, a cathedral, and a mountain in the background.

Saint-Pierre Cathedral

9.0/10 (1,343 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.
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Activities

Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour

Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour

AU$172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour

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

AU$171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
Geneva: Glass-Roof Bus Tour to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen

Glass-Roof Bus Tour to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen from Geneva

AU$172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glass-Roof Bus Tour to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen from Geneva
Jet d’Eau de Genève guided tour of the city icon

Jet d’Eau de Genève guided tour of the city icon

AU$9
per adult
Jet d’Eau de Genève guided tour of the city icon
people observing boats in geneva

Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour

AU$78
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
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Our pick of the best Geneva Old Town Hotel Deals

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva by IHG

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva by IHG

4 out of 5
Rue du Rhône 46 Geneva
The price is AU$290 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$290
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,183 reviews)
"An eclectic hotel, conveniently located in the city with a fantastic roof-top bar. Lovely staff that were incredibly helpful. The rooms were cool, clean and filled with all the things that we needed. This is our second stay at Ruby Claire & when we're back in Geneva, I'll happily stay again."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva by IHG
citizenM Geneva

citizenM Geneva

4 out of 5
31-33 Rue de la Rotisserie Geneva
The price is AU$270 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
AU$270
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"This was an awesome property. Highly recommend. Very clean, very helpful staff. Couldn’t ask for a better place to stay. Wasnt anything I did not like."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

citizenM Geneva
Hotel Central

Hotel Central

2 out of 5
Rue de la Rôtisserie 2 Geneva
The price is AU$179 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
AU$179
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (605 reviews)
"Great location. Some of the best staff I’ve ever met"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hotel Central
Fraser Suites Geneva

Fraser Suites Geneva

4.5 out of 5
3-5 Rue de la Rôtisserie Geneva GE
The price is AU$656 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
AU$656
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful staff, nice large room well equipped."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Fraser Suites Geneva
B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport

B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport

3 out of 5
Avenue de l'étang 73 Vernier
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$186 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$186
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vernier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport
Hotel Suisse

Hotel Suisse

3 out of 5
10 Place Cornavin Geneva GE
The price is AU$290 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$290
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The room was clean and cozy, if not luxurious. The mattress was firm, but that’s what we like. That area of the city can be a bit noisy at night, so if you like to keep the windows open for the breeze, a set of earplugs might be a good thing to pack. On the other hand, the location was great, just ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hotel Suisse
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Our guide on where to stay in Geneva Old Town

Find the best Geneva Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent white tower, a body of water, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.

A canal with swans swimming, surrounded by buildings and a clear sky.
Photo by Novi Titik
Open Photo by Novi Titik

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.

A cityscape with a prominent water fountain, buildings, and a mountain in the background.

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.

A meticulously landscaped garden with a central circular flower bed, surrounded by green grass and red flowers, and bordered by winding paths.
Photo by Crystal Daniels
Open Photo by Crystal Daniels

Rues Basses - Old Town

Shopping, lake views and restaurants highlight some notable features of Rues Basses - Old Town. Make a stop by Flower Clock or Rue du Rhône while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Molard Tram Stop or Rive Tram Stop to get around town.

A detailed ornate fountain with intricate sculptures and a tiled base, surrounded by a fence.

Les Pâquis

Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Les Pâquis. Top attractions like Paquis Baths and Brunswick Monument are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Butini Tram Stop or Mole Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Geneva Old Town Travel Guide

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