Downtown Geneva Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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 romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Full-Day Trip to Riviera Col du Pillon & Glacier 3000
Geneva 3-hour Chocolate Tasting Tour and Old Town Visit
From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train
Mt. Pilatus with cruise on Lake of Lucerne Small Group from Basel
Full-Day Guided Tour : Geneva City & Annecy
Top hotels in Downtown Geneva
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Geneva
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Cité du Temps and Rousseau Island.
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.
James-Fazy
While visiting James-Fazy, you might make a stop by sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path.
Rues Basses - Old Town
Shopping, lake views and restaurants highlight some notable features of Rues Basses - Old Town. Make a stop by Shopping Area Geneve or Flower Clock while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Molard Tram Stop or Rive Tram Stop to get around town.
Hotels Near Downtown Geneva, Geneva
- Geneva City Centre Hotels
- Geneva Old Town Hotels
- Cornavin Hotels
- Pâquis-Nations Hotels
- Saint-Gervais / des Grottes Hotels
- Les Pâquis Hotels
- Petit-Saconnex Hotels
- Rues Basses - Old Town Hotels
- Plainpalais Hotels
- Quai du Mont-Blanc Hotels
- Hollande Hotels
- Valais Hotels
- Saint-Gervais Les Bergues Hotels
- James-Fazy Hotels
- Saint-Jean Hotels
- Jonction Hotels
- Pâquis-Temple Hotels
- Les Bastions Hotels
- Pâquis Navigation Hotels
- Les Grottes Hotels