Geneva Old Town Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Saint-Pierre Cathedral
Find out about the history of Geneva with a stop at Saint-Pierre Cathedral. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Place du Bourg-de-Four
Learn about the local history of Geneva when you spend time at Place du Bourg-de-Four. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Chapel of the Maccabees
You can learn about the history of Geneva with a visit to Chapel of the Maccabees. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Barbier-Mueller Archeology Museum
You can study the exhibits at Barbier-Mueller Archeology Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Geneva. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
United Nations European Headquarters
After visiting United Nations European Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Geneva. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Jet d'Eau Fountain
After visiting Jet d'Eau Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Geneva. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Geneva Old Town
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
"Jacky and Maran were really nice at the bar and reception... Rooms were nice and clean"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
citizenM Geneva
"The room was clean and had e turning we needed."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel Central
"indeed, there are shops nearby, but there was no AC in the room but a fan. very funny tiny bathroom! But the staff did a great job!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Fraser Suites Geneva
"Made our reservations months ago but found that when we got there they were doing some construction on the property starting at 7 am. Loud banging, street torn up. It would have been nice to know ahead in case we wanted to change our plans . Only choice for breakfast was extremely expensive buffet ..."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Suisse
"Our room was looking towards the street. It got very noisy, even at night and the bed was extremely hard and uncomfortable. Odd shower and tiny room size overall."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport
"Parking directions not clear"
Reviewed on 23 May 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.
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.
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.
