Downtown Geneva
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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.
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.
Sisi Monument
Learn about the local history of Geneva with a stop at Sisi Monument. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
Interlaken Day trip from Geneva
Full-Day Guided Tour : Geneva City & Annecy
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Geneva
Top hotels in Downtown Geneva
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025
Hotel Suisse
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
citizenM Geneva
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Warwick Geneva
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025
Hotel Royal
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Novotel Geneve Centre
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Geneva
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
If you're spending some time in Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps are top sights worth seeing.
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
Quai du Mont-Blanc is popular for its lake views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sisi Monument or Brunswick Monument.
Pâquis Navigation
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pâquis Navigation and surrounding area, you can visit Paquis Baths and Mont Blanc Bridge.
James-Fazy
If you're spending some time in James-Fazy, Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path are top sights worth seeing.
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 / des Grottes Hotels
- Petit-Saconnex Hotels
- Hollande Hotels
- Plainpalais Hotels
- Quai du Mont-Blanc Hotels
- Saint-Jean and Charmilles Hotels
- Jonction Hotels
- Pâquis-Nations Hotels
- Coulouvreniere Rois Hotels