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.
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.
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.
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.
Espace Rousseau
You can browse the exhibits at Espace Rousseau, 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
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
Geneva Old Town In-App Audio Tour: Europe's Most Elegant City
Top hotels in Geneva Old Town
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
citizenM Geneva
Excellent location, Polite and freindly staff. Rooms are small but modern and updated, perfect for a couple. Cant beat the location.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Hôtel de La Cigogne
Very lovely hotel with impeccable location.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel Central
Staff
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hôtel Les Armures
Spotless rooms
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Suisse
Yes room was clean and the staff were friendly
Reviewed on 21 Jan 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 Victoria Hall. 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.
