Cointrin Travel Guide
Geneva
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.
City Center Shopping Area
During your visit to Geneva, you can search for that perfect souvenir at City Center Shopping Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Jet d'Eau Fountain
Visit this iconic Geneva attraction day or night to enjoy this spectacular fountain shooting water high in the air.
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.
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
Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour with Boat Ride (3h)
Carouge In-App Audio Tour: Charming Little Neighbour of Geneva
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
Top hotels in Cointrin
Nash Suites Airport Hotel
"Excellent location in terms of airport proximity. Free, very frequent hotel shuttle took us between the hotel and the airport which was also the nearest major train station. Very happy with the large suite we got! Noor in the front desk was superb, as was everyone else we interacted with."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Nash Airport Hotel
"Conveniently located near the airport. Clean facilities, friendly staff."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Geneva
"It was fantastic 2 day stay at Mövenpick. Indeed it served us so well right from the time we moved in till we checked out. Their shuttle service was timely & very useful. The gentleman who was at the steering was extremely nice. Breakfast morning was wonderful with so many items on the menu. Thanks ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Geneva by IHG
"The room was clean and the staff help me out a lot"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
ibis Geneve Aeroport
"Close to airport"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Geneva Marriott Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Cointrin
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 Broken Chair Sculpture while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Servette Tram Stop or Vieusseux Tram Stop to get around town.
Saint-Gervais / des Grottes
Saint-Gervais / des Grottes is highly notable for its panoramic lake views, and you might want to visit top sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Rousseau Island. See more of Geneva by jumping on the metro at Lyon Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop.
Pâquis-Nations
While you're in Pâquis-Nations, take in top sights like Botanical Gardens or United Nations European Headquarters, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sismondi Tram Stop or France Tram Stop.
Jonction
Shopping, restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Jonction. Make a stop by Patek Philippe Watch Museum or Flea Market of Plainpalais while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jonction Tram Stop or Palladium Tram Stop to get around town.
James-Fazy
While visiting James-Fazy, you might make a stop by sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path.
