Geneva Old Town Travel Guide
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.
Calvin Auditory
Find out about the history of Geneva when you spend time at Calvin Auditory. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Other neighbourhoods around Geneva Old Town
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.
Plainpalais
Shopping, restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Plainpalais. Make a stop by Patek Philippe Watch Museum or Bastions Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uni-Mail Tram Stop or Plainpalais Tram Stop to get around town.
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.
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.
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- Saint-Pierre Cathedral
- Place du Bourg-de-Four
- Chapel of the Maccabees
- Old Arsenal
- CERN
- United Nations European Headquarters
- Jet d'Eau Fountain
- Rue du Rhône
- Patek Philippe Watch Museum
- Flower Clock
- World Trade Organization Headquarters
- Paquis Baths
- International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
- Geneve Plage
- Ariana Ceramics and Glass Museum