Champel Travel Guide
Geneva
Popular places to visit
Parc Bertrand
Parc Bertrand is just one of the places to see in Geneva, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
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.
Jet d'Eau Fountain
Visit this iconic Geneva attraction day or night to enjoy this spectacular fountain shooting water high in the air.
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.
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.
Things to do
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Geneva: Hop-on Hop-Off Bus & Scenic Mini-Train Tour
Geneva Old Town In-App Audio Tour: Europe's Most Elegant City
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
Top hotels in Champel
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
It was ok
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Nash Suites Airport Hotel
All good
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Suisse
Clean
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel De Geneve
Nice service but the roomas you get what you paid for
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
citizenM Geneva
Staff was helpful. Rooms are quite small but the bed was very comfortable and spacious. Great location.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Nash Airport Hotel
Clean room, close to the airport
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Champel
Contamines
While Contamines isn't home to many top sights, City Center Shopping Area and Place du Bourg-de-Four are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bourg-de-Four
While you're in Bourg-de-Four, take in top sights like Place du Bourg-de-Four and jump on the metro at Rive Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Les Eaux-Vives
Noted for its shopping and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Les Eaux-Vives. Top attractions like Baby Beach and City Center Shopping Area are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Amandolier Tram Stop or Roches Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Plainpalais
Shopping, restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Plainpalais. Make a stop by Patek Philippe Watch Museum or Victoria Hall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uni-Mail Tram Stop or Plainpalais Tram Stop to get around town.
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.
