Cornavin 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.
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.
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 Independant Flexible Tour
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Chamonix & Mont Blanc from Geneva
Carouge In-App Audio Tour: Charming Little Neighbour of Geneva
Top hotels in Cornavin
Warwick Geneva
Service was great. Location was very convenient. But in this occasion I had a very small and tight room. Bathrooms were uncomfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Bernina Geneva
An excellent stopover whilst travelling through Geneva on the way to the airport. Opposite the exit from the main station and 2 mins walk from the no. 18 tram - which we used to visit CERN. Return to the airport by train was very quick and like the earlier tram visit, free with the transport pass ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Cristal
Very clean and convenient . Perfect location to everything Comfortable
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Torhôtel Genève
Location was perfect, breakfastblovely, and staff superb. Would love to stay here again. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025
Hotel Suisse
All of the above, clean room, courteous and helpful staff, convenient location
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
citizenM Geneva
great location great service
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cornavin
Pâquis-Temple
When in Pâquis-Temple, you can plan a visit to Mont Blanc Bridge and Paquis Baths, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pâquis Navigation
Though Pâquis Navigation may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paquis Baths and Mont Blanc Bridge.
James-Fazy
While visiting James-Fazy, you might make a stop by sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path.
Downtown Geneva
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Geneva. Check out top attractions like Shopping Area Geneve and Flower Clock, and jump on the metro at Coutance Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.
