Geneva City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Things to do
Carouge In-App Audio Tour: Charming Little Neighbour of Geneva
Geneva Old Town In-App Audio Tour: Europe's Most Elegant City
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
Geneva: Hop-on Hop-Off Bus & Scenic Mini-Train Tour
Geneva: Private Cruise on Lake Geneva with Aperitif
Top hotels in Geneva City Centre
Hotel Suisse
Clean room Attentive friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Very nice and close to lots of shopping
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
citizenM Geneva
Stayed here for two nights. Location is excellent with a short walk to old town. Tram station is right in front of the hotel. They also sent you a free Geneva travel card during your stay so you can travel on all public transportations. Room is ok with the basic amenities except coffee machine. You ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hotel Edelweiss
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Royal
My room was very clean and the staff were welcoming and very nice, I had an enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel N'vY
Great location, great staff
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Geneva City Centre
Quai du Mont-Blanc
Travellers come to Quai du Mont-Blanc for its lake views, and you can see top attractions like Brunswick Monument and Sisi 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.
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.
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.
Pâquis-Temple
When in Pâquis-Temple, you can plan a visit to Mont Blanc Bridge and Paquis Baths, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.
