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.
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.
Flower Clock
One of the most famous symbols of Geneva is a large working clock made of flowers that changes with the seasons.
Things to do
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
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 )
Top hotels in Saint-Jean and Charmilles
Hotel Suisse
Lovely room (size wise def worth upgrading from budget to standard single). Clean and bright, brilliant location next to central station.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
citizenM Geneva
yes
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Excellent location, great staff but they didn t have coffee or refrigerator in the room
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Hotel Royal
City centre, parking options. Would recommend as a great place to stay in Geneva
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
IntercityHotel Geneva
Stunning
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport
Clean room, friendly staff, pleasant experience checking in and out.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Saint-Jean and Charmilles
Saint-Gervais / des Grottes
Enjoy the panoramic lake views in Saint-Gervais / des Grottes. Rousseau Island 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.
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.
Hollande
If you're spending time in Hollande, check out sights like Victoria Hall or Grand Theatre Opera 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 Victoria Hall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uni-Mail Tram Stop or Plainpalais Tram Stop to get around town.
