Les Pâquis Travel Guide
Geneva
Visit Les Pâquis
Popular places to visit
Brunswick Monument
Look up at the spires and statues before you enter this structure in its pleasant setting surrounded by a lakeside park.
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.
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Top hotels in Les Pâquis
Hôtel International & Terminus
They couldn’t be more helpful at reception when we arrived hours early. They let us check straight in.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Edelweiss
Excellent service. Very nice breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hotel Kipling
The room and bathroom were well appointed and clean . Friendly staff . Great location
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hotel N'vY
Clean hotel. Nice facilities. Good location.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Novotel Geneve Centre
Very nice hotel located downtown. Walking distance from the train station. Very nice rooms, clean and spacious. We really enjoyed our stay and the staff was great.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
ibis Geneve Centre Lac
Great location
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Les Pâquis
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
