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Saint-Pierre Cathedral which includes a lake or waterhole and city views

Chateau de Chillon featuring a castle, heritage architecture and a lake or waterhole

Morges showing bird life, boating and a lake or waterhole

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Annecy, Venice of the Alps from Geneva

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Annecy, Venice of the Alps Private Guided tour

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From Geneva: Gruyères Cheese & Chocolate Full-Day Trip

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From Geneva, Montreux: Crash Landing On You Locations Tour

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What to do in Geneva

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United Nations European Headquarters

4.5/5(191 reviews)

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

4.5/5(328 reviews)

Visit this iconic Geneva attraction day or night to enjoy this spectacular fountain shooting water high in the air.

City Center Shopping Area

During your visit to Geneva, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at City Center Shopping Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Rue du Rhône

5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Saint-Pierre Cathedral

4.5/5(200 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.

Patek Philippe Watch Museum

4/5(19 reviews)

Browse the collection of antique watches and pick up insights into the evolution of one of Switzerland's most famous industries.

Flower Clock

4.5/5(160 reviews)

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

International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent

4.5/5(53 reviews)

The city that gave birth to the International Red Cross is home to a museum dedicated to its work and humanitarian issues.

Bourg-de-Four Square which includes cafe lifestyle, street scenes and outdoor eating

Place du Bourg-de-Four

4.5/5(109 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.

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Downtown Geneva

4/5(194 area reviews)

Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Geneva. Check out top attractions like Brunswick Monument 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 Brunswick Monument and Mont Blanc Bridge, and jump on the metro at Cornavin Tram Stop or Mole Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Saint-Pierre Cathedral featuring street scenes and heritage architecture

Geneva Old Town

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

Historic sites, lake views, and shopping are just a few things travelers like about Geneva Old Town. Sights like Saint-Pierre Cathedral and Place du Bourg-de-Four are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Geneva area at Molard Tram Stop.

Cornavin

4/5(20 area reviews)

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.

Saint-Gervais / des Grottes

4.5/5(157 area reviews)

Enjoy the panoramic lake views in Saint-Gervais / des Grottes. Notre Dame Basilica is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lyon Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of Geneva.

Geneva which includes a park and a monument

Les Pâquis

Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Les Pâquis. Top attractions like Paquis Baths and Brunswick Monument are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Butini Tram Stop or Mole Tram Stop to see more of the city.