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Saint-Pierre Cathedral

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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.

Saint-Pierre Cathedral
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Flower Clock

4.5/5(27 reviews)

One of the most famous symbols of Geneva is a large working clock made of flowers that changes with the seasons.

Flower Clock
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Place du Bourg-de-Four

4/5(22 reviews)

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.

Place du Bourg-de-Four
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Brunswick Monument

Look up at the spires and statues before you enter this structure in its pleasant setting surrounded by a lakeside park.

Brunswick Monument
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Sisi Monument

Learn about the local history of Geneva with a stop at Sisi Monument. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Sisi Monument
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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.

Chapel of the Maccabees

Things to do

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Full-Day Trip to Riviera Col du Pillon & Glacier 3000

CA $123
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip to Riviera Col du Pillon & Glacier 3000
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Gruyères: Cheese & Chocolate Tour with Golden Express Train

CA $318
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Gruyères: Cheese & Chocolate Tour with Golden Express Train
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From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train

CA $304
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train
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Geneva City Tour & Boat Cruise

CA $129
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Geneva City Tour & Boat Cruise
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Geneva - Old Town Private Walking Tour

CA $732
Per adult
Geneva - Old Town Private Walking Tour
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Private Trip From Geneva to Glacier 3000

CA $1,843
Per adult
Private Trip From Geneva to Glacier 3000
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Downtown Geneva Hotel Deals

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
4 out of 5
Rue du Rhône 46, Geneva
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $209 per night from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10
CA $209
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
"Ruby Claire was a great place to stay for our purpose. On arrival we were greeted by Beka who was kind, professional and with exceptional service. Which was very helpful for an enjoyable stay. Overall a very pleasant stay."

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
citizenM Geneva
citizenM Geneva
4 out of 5
31-33 Rue de la Rotisserie, Geneva
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $195 per night from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10
CA $195
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
"CitizenM is excellent. The rooms are smaller but very well designed. The shower is great. The bed is very comfortable. I wish I had the same at home. The hotel is right next to the old city. Just walk up the stairs across the street to many views, shops and restaurants. We found the iPad to be too ..."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

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Hotel Royal
Hotel Royal
4 out of 5
Rue de Lausanne 41-43, Geneva
The price is CA $260 per night from Jun. 22 to Jun. 23
CA $260
CA $281 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Delicious breakfast, welcoming staff, great decor, so conveniently located. One of my towels was unfortunately a bit stained and the rooms are not that soundproof, but everything else was super!"

Reviewed on May 17, 2024

Hotel Royal
Hotel Bernina Geneva
Hotel Bernina Geneva
3 out of 5
22 Place Cornavin, Geneva
The price is CA $281 per night from Jun. 1 to Jun. 2
CA $281
CA $303 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (281 reviews)
"The hotel is centrally located opposite the Genera Train Station. Very close to the lake and old town. The staff are friendly and takes time to explain where to go around town."

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Hotel Bernina Geneva
Hotel Suisse
Hotel Suisse
3 out of 5
10 Place Cornavin, Geneva, GE
The price is CA $252 per night from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3
CA $252
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"It was right at the station so very convenient to coming and going by train. Walking distance to most tourist sites. We had 5th floor room which was a bit dated compared to the second floor room of our friends which had been refurbed and had more space and better bathroom."

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

Hotel Suisse
Hotel N'vY
Hotel N'vY
4 out of 5
Rue de Richemont 18, Geneva, GE
The price is CA $259 per night from Jun. 16 to Jun. 17
CA $259
CA $280 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were lovely and so sweet. Very helpful and gave lots of information of the area we were in, along with great tips for sight seeing!"

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Hotel N'vY
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Saint-Gervais Les Bergues

If you're spending some time in Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, Cité du Temps and Rousseau Island are top sights worth seeing.

Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
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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.

Geneva City Centre
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Cornavin

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Cornavin
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Quai du Mont-Blanc

Quai du Mont-Blanc is popular for its lake views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sisi Monument or Brunswick Monument.

Quai du Mont-Blanc
View from the south tower of Saint-Pierre Cathedral.

James-Fazy

If you're spending some time in James-Fazy, Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path are top sights worth seeing.

James-Fazy
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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.

Rues Basses - Old Town

Downtown Geneva

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