Downtown Geneva Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Flower Clock
One of the most famous symbols of Geneva is a large working clock made of flowers that changes with the seasons.
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.
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.
Barbier-Mueller Archeology Museum
Learn about tribal cultures and ancient civilizations through their distinctive art and relics. See why some of the pieces are considered to be masterpieces.
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.
Things to do
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Geneva
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
From Geneva: Gruyères Cheese & Chocolate Full-Day Trip
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 Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.
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 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.
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.
Hotels Near Downtown Geneva, Geneva
- Geneva City Centre Hotels
- Geneva Old Town Hotels
- Cornavin Hotels
- Rues Basses - Old Town Hotels
- Les Pâquis Hotels
- Saint-Gervais Les Bergues Hotels
- Plainpalais Hotels
- Saint-Gervais / des Grottes Hotels
- Bourg-de-Four Hotels
- Petit-Saconnex Hotels
- Pâquis Navigation Hotels
- Hollande Hotels
- Quai du Mont-Blanc Hotels
- Jonction Hotels
- Pâquis-Nations Hotels
- Pâquis-Temple Hotels
- James-Fazy Hotels
- Saint-Jean and Charmilles Hotels
- Saint-Gervais Temple Hotels
- Coulouvreniere Rois Hotels