Guidebook for Genève
Food Scene
Auberge de Savièse
20 Rue des PâquisOne of the best for raclette and fondue in Geneva.
Le Bistrot de Charlotte
3 Rue Guillaume-TellRestaurant Entrecôte Couronnée
5 Rue des PâquisCafé Art's
17 Rue des PâquisDrinks & Nightlife
rooftop°42
42 Rue du RhôneFloorTwo
19 Quai du Mont-BlancSightseeing
The Geneva Water Fountain
Quai Gustave-Ador See the harbour's star attraction!
A botanical timekeeper - The flower clock
Geneva’s often imitated but never equalled Flower Clock is a renewable living masterpiece.
33 locals recommend
Horloge Fleurie station
A botanical timekeeper - The flower clock
Geneva’s often imitated but never equalled Flower Clock is a renewable living masterpiece.
Old town of Geneva. The Vieille-Ville is the largest historic town in Switzerland, and is dominated by St. Pierre Cathedral, the symbolic location of the Reformation. Climb the 157 steps to the top of the tower for a unique panorama of the city. Then take a stroll in the charming surrounding alleys and passageways, each telling its own story about Geneva's history.
260 locals recommend
St Pierre Cathedral
Cour de Saint-PierreOld town of Geneva. The Vieille-Ville is the largest historic town in Switzerland, and is dominated by St. Pierre Cathedral, the symbolic location of the Reformation. Climb the 157 steps to the top of the tower for a unique panorama of the city. Then take a stroll in the charming surrounding alleys and passageways, each telling its own story about Geneva's history.
Just a stone's throw from the city centre, Carouge is the Greenwich Village of Geneva. Its architecture is reminiscent of its Sardinian roots and will transport you to Southern Europe. While away many pleasant hours perusing the shops, shady terraces, crafts and antique dealers in Carouge's alleys and passageways. When night falls, experience the area's unique ambiance thanks to its many trendy bars that are known all over the city.
81 locals recommend
Carouge
Just a stone's throw from the city centre, Carouge is the Greenwich Village of Geneva. Its architecture is reminiscent of its Sardinian roots and will transport you to Southern Europe. While away many pleasant hours perusing the shops, shady terraces, crafts and antique dealers in Carouge's alleys and passageways. When night falls, experience the area's unique ambiance thanks to its many trendy bars that are known all over the city.
A haven of tranquillity with breathtaking scenery.
Within just a few bus stops of the city centre and 5 minutes in a cable car, you will be on top of a mountain! You will be treated to a magnificent view of Geneva and its surroundings. If you love sports then this is the place for you, with a choice of hiking, paragliding, mountain biking and even cross-country skiing in the winter!
20 locals recommend
Mont Saleve
A haven of tranquillity with breathtaking scenery.
Within just a few bus stops of the city centre and 5 minutes in a cable car, you will be on top of a mountain! You will be treated to a magnificent view of Geneva and its surroundings. If you love sports then this is the place for you, with a choice of hiking, paragliding, mountain biking and even cross-country skiing in the winter!
"Geneva Tour" cruise : One hour to admire Mont-Blanc, the UN and the shores of Lake Geneva from another angle.
Genève-Mt-Blanc (lac)
1 Quai du Mont-Blanc"Geneva Tour" cruise : One hour to admire Mont-Blanc, the UN and the shores of Lake Geneva from another angle.
Arts & Culture
Experience a journey through five centuries of watchmaking.
108 locals recommend
Patek Philippe Museum
7 Rue des Vieux-Grenadiers Experience a journey through five centuries of watchmaking.
An air of peace and the winds of freedom.
The Palais des Nations houses the European headquarters of the United Nations, and is the largest UN centre after New York.
The Palais opens its doors daily and provides fascinating guided tours!
24 locals recommend
Palace of Nations
An air of peace and the winds of freedom.
The Palais des Nations houses the European headquarters of the United Nations, and is the largest UN centre after New York.
The Palais opens its doors daily and provides fascinating guided tours!
Geneva, cradle of the Red Cross, runs the only museum which is dedicated the work of Henry Dunant.
115 locals recommend
International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum
17 Av. de la PaixGeneva, cradle of the Red Cross, runs the only museum which is dedicated the work of Henry Dunant.
Geneva's Museum of Art and History invites visitors to travel back in time.
148 locals recommend
Musee D'Art Et D'Histoire
2 Rue Charles-GallandGeneva's Museum of Art and History invites visitors to travel back in time.
Parks & Nature
Parc des Eaux-Vives
Essentials
Coop Supermarché Genève Pâquis
35 Rue des PâquisNearest supermarket
Shopping
Manor Genève
6 Rue de CornavinGlobus Dept store
48 Rue du Rhône