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.
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.
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 family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Taste Geneva – A Full Food Tour of Swiss Flavors by Do Eat Better
Geneva Left Bank: Flower Clock to Escalade Fountain Audio Guide
The Private Tuk Tuk Tour with one of The Best Fondues in Geneva!
Lavaux Wine and Vineyard Experience with Boat Cruise
Geneva Countryside By E-Bike With Wine Tasting
Top hotels in Geneva Old Town
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
citizenM Geneva
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Hotel Central
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Hôtel Les Armures
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025
Fraser Suites Geneva
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Hôtel International & Terminus
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
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 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.
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.
Plainpalais
Shopping, restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Plainpalais. Make a stop by Patek Philippe Watch Museum or Flea Market of Plainpalais while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uni-Mail Tram Stop or Plainpalais Tram Stop to get around town.
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- Saint-Pierre Cathedral
- Place du Bourg-de-Four
- Chapel of the Maccabees
- Old Arsenal
- United Nations European Headquarters
- CERN
- Jet d'Eau Fountain
- Rue du Rhône
- World Trade Organization Headquarters
- Stade de Geneve
- Patek Philippe Watch Museum
- International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
- Flower Clock
- Geneve Plage
- Paquis Baths
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