Geneva Old Town Travel Guide
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Visit 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.

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.
Top hotels in Geneva Old Town

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Customer service was rude.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

citizenM Geneva
Staff was helpful. Rooms are quite small but the bed was very comfortable and spacious. Great location.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hotel Central
Staff
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hôtel de La Cigogne
Wonderful location and excellent service
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Hôtel Les Armures
Staff, location, property, location all 5 stars! We can’t wait to return and we’re sad to leave. We had an absolutely wonderful stay!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Nash Suites Airport Hotel
Easy check in, exceptional conditions. Great location
Reviewed on 26 Feb 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.