Contamines Travel Guide
Geneva
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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 search for that perfect souvenir at City Center Shopping Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full-Day Guided Tour : Geneva City & Annecy
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour with Boat Ride (3h)
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Carouge In-App Audio Tour: Charming Little Neighbour of Geneva
Top hotels in Contamines
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Room clean nice location
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Nash Suites Airport Hotel
Great hotel, very clean and comfortable with regular shuttle bus to and from the airport. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel Suisse
Excellent
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hotel De Geneve
Staff very helpful, adequate rooms, amazing decor, and incredible location. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Nash Airport Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport
Clean spacious room
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Contamines
Les Eaux-Vives
Noted for its shopping and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Les Eaux-Vives. Top attractions like City Center Shopping Area and Palazzo Geneva are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Amandolier Tram Stop or Roches Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Champel
Champel is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Geneva area, you might plan a trip to Geneva City Hall or Place du Bourg-de-Four.
Bourg-de-Four
While you're in Bourg-de-Four, take in top sights like Place du Bourg-de-Four and jump on the metro at Rive Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Geneva Old Town
Historical sites, lake views and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Geneva Old Town. Sights like Saint-Pierre Cathedral and Place du Bourg-de-Four are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Geneva area at Molard Tram Stop.
Rues Basses - Old Town
Shopping, lake views and restaurants highlight some notable features of Rues Basses - Old Town. Make a stop by Shopping Area Geneve or Flower Clock while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Molard Tram Stop or Rive Tram Stop to get around town.
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 of the city at Stand Tram Stop or Cirque Tram Stop.
