Geneva Old Town Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Place du Bourg-de-Four
For centuries, this popular square in Geneva’s old town has served as a meeting place. Dine in a bistro, visit antique stores and admire the architecture.
Chapel of the Maccabees
Gaze up at the spectacular ceiling paintings and note how the sunlight penetrates the stained-glass windows in this magnificent chapel.
Barbier-Mueller Archeology Museum
Learn about tribal cultures and ancient civilizations through their distinctive art and relics. See why some of the pieces are considered to be masterpieces.
Tavel House History Museum
You can study the exhibits at Tavel House History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Geneva. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
International Museum of the Reformation
You can browse the exhibits at International Museum of the Reformation, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Geneva. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour with Boat Ride (3h)
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Geneva: Hop-on Hop-Off Bus & Scenic Mini-Train Tour
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Carouge In-App Audio Tour: Charming Little Neighbour of Geneva
Top hotels in Geneva Old Town
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Great location, comfortable room. Nice breakfast. Stayed one night. Very loud late night revelers. Wish we had a room with a view, but we were happy to be able to check in early.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
citizenM Geneva
Great room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Central
Staff
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Nash Suites Airport Hotel
Easy check in, exceptional conditions. Great location
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Suisse
There was renovation work going on between 9am -5pm monday to friday. I had not been informed by the hotel prior to my stay there of this ongoing work. I would have changed accomodation if i had known but i ended up getting very little rest and peace. Not great !
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel De Geneve
All good
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Geneva Old Town
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.
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.
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Cité du Temps and Rousseau Island.
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 Mont Blanc Bridge. Jump on the metro at Coutance Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
