Geneva City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Flower Clock
One of the most famous symbols of Geneva is a large working clock made of flowers that changes with the seasons.
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.
Things to do
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Carouge In-App Audio Tour: Charming Little Neighbour of Geneva
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
From Geneva: Chamonix, Mont Blanc & Ice Cave Guided Day Tour
Top hotels in Geneva City Centre
Hotel Suisse
We really enjoyed the location of Hotel Suisse. It is directly across the street from the rail station and easy walking distance to the start of most tours. There are many dining options nearby and lots of sights!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
citizenM Geneva
Nice and very clean room! Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Location Polite staff Good breakfast
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hotel Royal
City centre, parking options. Would recommend as a great place to stay in Geneva
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel Edelweiss
Good location staff very helpful clean
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Design Hotel F6
All good! Staff very kind, breakfast fresh
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Geneva City Centre
Quai du Mont-Blanc
Travellers come to Quai du Mont-Blanc for its lake views, and you can see top attractions like Brunswick Monument and Sisi Monument while you're in town.
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.
Downtown Geneva
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Geneva. Check out top attractions like Flower Clock and Rue du Rhône, and jump on the metro at Coutance Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.
