Geneva Old Town
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 travels to Geneva. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Calvin Auditory
Find out about the history of Geneva with a stop at Calvin Auditory. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Food tour with EAT and CHILL TOUR Geneva & Lausanne
Cheese, Choc, and Culture: Private Tour to Gruyères from Geneva
Geneva Self Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game
Geneva Old Town Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods 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 the city at Stand Tram Stop or Cirque Tram Stop.
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.
Plainpalais
Shopping, restaurants, and historic 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
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 Brunswick Monument or Sisi Monument.
- Saint-Pierre Cathedral
- Place du Bourg-de-Four
- Old Arsenal
- CERN
- United Nations European Headquarters
- Palexpo
- Jet d'Eau Fountain
- Centre International de Conferences Geneve
- Rue du Rhône
- Patek Philippe Watch Museum
- Flower Clock
- Stade de Geneve
- Paquis Baths
- International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
- Geneva City Hall
- Ariana Ceramics and Glass Museum