Cornavin Travel Guide
Geneva
Popular places to visit
United Nations European Headquarters
Tour the headquarters of one of the world’s most important organisations. See the impressive chambers and artworks and monuments in the surrounding parklands.
Jet d'Eau Fountain
Visit this iconic Geneva attraction day or night to enjoy this spectacular fountain shooting water high in the air.
Rue du Rhône
During your visit to Geneva, you can do some window-shopping at Rue du Rhône. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
City Center Shopping Area
During your visit to Geneva, you can search for that perfect souvenir at City Center Shopping Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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.
Flower Clock
One of the most famous symbols of Geneva is a large working clock made of flowers that changes with the seasons.
Top hotels in Cornavin
Hotel Bernina Geneva
"Excellent."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Warwick Geneva
"Hotel has great location if you are traveling by train since directly opposite main station. Great view from rooms on upper floors. Staff professional. Good option for a base in Geneva"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Le Square
"Staff not accommodating, room was clean, but no face towels. Walking distance to the central train station. Close to shops"
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel Cristal
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hôtel des Alpes
"Price is too high as per the room standard and amenities available. No iron in the room. Towel racks are too high and had towel rack is too low under the sink. Pillow was very uncomfortable. Overall ok…"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Suisse
"Great location for train station and city. Worked great for us"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cornavin
Pâquis Navigation
Though Pâquis Navigation may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paquis Baths and Mont Blanc Bridge.
James-Fazy
While visiting James-Fazy, you might make a stop by sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path.
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.
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.
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Cité du Temps and Rousseau Island.
Saint-Gervais / des Grottes
Saint-Gervais / des Grottes is highly notable for its panoramic lake views, and you might want to visit top sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Rousseau Island. See more of Geneva by jumping on the metro at Lyon Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop.
