Rues Basses - Old Town Travel Guide

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A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent red-roofed tower, and a mountainous backdrop.
A meticulously landscaped garden with a central sculpture, surrounded by circular flower beds and trimmed hedges.
A river with clear blue water, surrounded by buildings and purple flowers.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.
A meticulously landscaped garden with a central circular flower bed, surrounded by green grass and red flowers, and bordered by winding paths.

Stay near popular Rues Basses - Old Town attractions

Flower Clock

8.8/10 (1,318 reviews)
One of the most famous symbols of Geneva is a large working clock made of flowers that changes with the seasons.
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Activities

Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

AU$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine
Geneva: Glass-Roof Bus Tour to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen

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

AU$213
per adult
Glass-Roof Bus Tour to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen from Geneva
Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour with Boat Ride

Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour (3h)

AU$177
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour (3h)
woman relaxing with a cup of coffee at the airport lounge

Horizon Lounge at Geneva Airport (GVA)

AU$54
per traveller
Horizon Lounge at Geneva Airport (GVA)
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$80
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
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Our pick of the best Rues Basses - 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$273 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$273
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (1,161 reviews)
"great room wonderful staff and great air-conditioning"

Reviewed on 23 July 2026

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva by IHG
Marmont Hotel

Marmont Hotel

4 out of 5
5 Rue du Prince Geneva
The price is AU$252 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$252
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Marmont Hotel
Hôtel Longemalle

Hôtel Longemalle

4 out of 5
Place Longemalle 13 Geneva GE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$593 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$593
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (452 reviews)
"Perfect location, restaurant and bar were superb. Parking was easy. Nice experience."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Hôtel Longemalle
Hôtel de La Cigogne

Hôtel de La Cigogne

5 out of 5
17, place Longemalle Geneva
The price is AU$785 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$785
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hôtel de La Cigogne
Hotel Royal

Hotel Royal

4.5 out of 5
Rue de Lausanne 41-43 Geneva
The price is AU$359 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$359
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff and Room was great. Steam room not up to par. Location is excellent. 1 tram stop away from main train station. Overall great stay!"

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Hotel Royal
Hotel Suisse

Hotel Suisse

3 out of 5
10 Place Cornavin Geneva GE
The price is AU$283 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$283
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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! (1,014 reviews)
"The staff was friendly, the room was clean and the balcony offered a great view."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Hotel Suisse
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Our guide on where to stay in Rues Basses - Old Town

Find the best Rues Basses - 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 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.

A classical building with a central dome, large columns, and a prominent entrance.

Geneva Old Town

Historical sites, lake views and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Geneva Old Town. Sights like Saint-Pierre Cathedral and Place du Bourg-de-Four are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Geneva area at Molard Tram Stop.

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 sunset over a river with a Ferris wheel and flags in the foreground.
Photo by Crystal Daniels
Open Photo by Crystal Daniels

Saint-Gervais Les Bergues

While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.

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