Valais 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.
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.
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.
Geneva Arena
Geneva Arena is just one of the places to see in Le Grand-Saconnex, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Chamonix & Mont Blanc Independant Flexible Tour
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour with Boat Ride (3h)
Chamonix & Mont Blanc from Geneva
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Top hotels in Valais
Hotel Suisse
It was clean and great location. Very helpful staff.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Nash Suites Airport Hotel
Great for early flight next morning
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport
Clean and well-appointed room. AC worked well. Convenient airport shuttle and location about 15 minute tram ride from downtown Geneva. Highly recommend for business travelers or those attending conferences at the Palexpo.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
The location of the hotel is really good but the staff are OK. When you call the hotel you only get voice message box.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
IntercityHotel Geneva
The hotel was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good. It is convenient for the airport, but a little out of the way for city center.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Nash Airport Hotel
Everything was great. Not necessary to wear a mask in the airport shuttle or at reception as indicated in the email to me twice before check in date. Also did not need to preschedule my breakfast time as email stated. Staff was surprised when I told her what I was told. Aside from these miscommunications, ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Valais
Les Pâquis
Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Les Pâquis. Top attractions like Paquis Baths and Pâquis Beach are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Butini Tram Stop or Mole Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Cornavin
While you're in Cornavin, take in top sights like St. James Way and jump on the metro at 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 / 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.
