Contamines Travel Guide
Geneva
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Popular places to visit
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.
Patek Philippe Watch Museum
Browse the collection of antique watches and pick up insights into the evolution of one of Switzerland's most famous industries.
International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
The city that gave birth to the International Red Cross is home to a museum dedicated to its work and humanitarian issues.
Things to do
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
Gruyères: Cheese & Chocolate Tour with Golden Express Train
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
Full-Day Guided Tour : Geneva City & Annecy
Luxury Private Concierge - French Alps Driving Tour
Top hotels in Contamines
citizenM Geneva
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
Hotel N'vY
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Nash Suites Airport Hotel
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Hotel Royal
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
NH Geneva Airport
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Contamines
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hollande
If you're spending time in Hollande, check out sights like Geneva Conservatory of Music or Victoria Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stand Tram Stop or Cirque Tram Stop.
Plainpalais
Shopping, restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Plainpalais. Make a stop by Patek Philippe Watch Museum or Flea Market of Plainpalais while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uni-Mail Tram Stop or Plainpalais Tram Stop to get around town.
