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.
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.
Things to do
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Geneva
Geneva Old Town In-App Audio Tour: Europe's Most Elegant City
Guided Tour of Geneva: Capital of Peace ( Outside )
Carouge In-App Audio Tour: Charming Little Neighbour of Geneva
Top hotels in Downtown Geneva
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Location
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Hotel Suisse
Friendly professional staff. Clean room. Good breakfast. Great location near the train station with a short walk to the waterfront. Only negatives: no hooks to hang things in the bathroom and no bedside tables.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
citizenM Geneva
Very clean, small room. High tech space that included an iPad to control the lighting and window coverings. The room and bathroom lights could be set at different colors! The whole experience, from the digital check in at computers in lobby to the art in the hallways and the carpet were ultra 'cool' ...
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Hotel De Geneve
Courteous and helpful staff. Clean room.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Hotel Royal
super easy, nice room, nice staff, great location all good
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Warwick Geneva
Spotless beautiful room and courteous staff
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Geneva
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
If you're spending some time in Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, Cité du Temps and Rousseau Island 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.
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.
Saint-Gervais Temple
Even though there aren't top sights in Saint-Gervais Temple, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Victoria Hall. Jump on the metro at Coutance Tram Stop to see more of the city.
