Saint-Jean and Charmilles
Geneva
Visit Saint-Jean and Charmilles
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 browse for the perfect souvenirs 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.
Geneva Arena
Geneva Arena is just one of the places to see in Le Grand-Saconnex, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour with Boat Ride (3h)
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Geneva
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine
Top hotels in Saint-Jean and Charmilles
Nash Suites Airport Hotel
Extremely close to the airport for an early morning flight. Shuttle was outside when we departed airport and then ran approximately every 10 minutes back to the airport. Beds were comfortable with nice sheets. Bathroom had toiletries and facecloths (not always found in European hotels). Exactly what ...
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport
The the hotel is well located with excellent shuttle service for the airport and 2 minute walk to the tram for central Geneva. The hotel is new, simple and functional. It would be nice to have a kettle in the room.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Hotel Suisse
A really excellent small hotel. Very friendly staff. Great breakfast. Perfect location across the road from the railway station and with plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants within a couple of minutes walk. Old town an easy ten minute walk across the river. Comfortable bed and nice bathroom with ...
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Hotel Royal
This hotel is excellent in every way. It is beautiful, clean, everything is first class! A tram stop is right in front of hotel! I’m not used to riding trams, but the staff here at the hotel gave me complete directions and a map! I just successfully got to my destination and returned to the hotel! ...
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Everything was perfect! Thanks to Carla who helped us! A very professional woman! Also nice and kind.
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Nash Airport Hotel
Fine for a one-night stay before an early flight. Location is great, check in was smooth, the bed was comfortable, the shuttle was free and frequent. My one complaint would be that in the shower, only shampoo was provided, not conditioner, not 2-in-1, not even shower gel. Normally I would have just ...
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Saint-Jean and Charmilles
Saint-Gervais / des Grottes
Enjoy the panoramic lake views in Saint-Gervais / des Grottes. Cité du Temps is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lyon Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of Geneva.
James-Fazy
If you're spending some time in James-Fazy, Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path are top sights worth seeing.
Petit-Saconnex / Servette
The lake views and restaurants are a few things visitors like about Petit-Saconnex / Servette. Check out Centre International de Conferences Geneve while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vieusseux Tram Stop or Servette Tram Stop to get around town.
Petit-Saconnex
Restaurants, shopping, and lake views highlight some notable features of Petit-Saconnex. Make a stop by Centre International de Conferences Geneve or La Perle-du-Lac Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Servette Tram Stop or Vieusseux Tram Stop to get around town.
Hollande
If you're spending time in Hollande, check out sights like Victoria Hall or Geneva Conservatory of Music and hop on the metro to see more the city at Stand Tram Stop or Cirque Tram Stop.
Plainpalais
Shopping, restaurants, and historic 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.
