The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Geneva, Canton of Geneva

March 6, 2022 Carley Gatson

The shores of Lake Geneva have attracted visitors and invaders for millennia. The cheerful city of Geneva sits on the lake's western shore, lofty snowcapped peaks creating a gorgeous backdrop on all sides. The city is perfect for exploring on foot; rent a bike to venture further. The top of any itinerary should be visits to Geneva's lakefront and its famed water fountain, the Flower Clock in the English Garden, St. Peter's Cathedral, Reformation Wall, Place Neuve and the birthplace of the U.N.
Restaurants in Geneva

1. Place Bourg du Four

Intersection of rue Verdaine rue des Chaudronniers, rue Etienne-Dumont, Geneva 1204 Switzerland http://institutions.ville-geneve.ch/fr/mah
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Place Bourg du Four

This historic town square is situated at the heart of Old Geneva.

Reviewed By greekcypriot2009 - Athens, Greece

The cosmopolitan City of Geneva has a well preserved picturesque old town testimony to its 2,000-year-old history. By stepping onto the cobbled stone streets we were kind of instantly transported back in time. After the stop we had at the 12th-century St Pierre Cathedral with its lofty neoclassical façade features of several architectural styles, we wandered through the labyrinthine paved streets. We visited the Art and History Museum and Maison Travel, the oldest house in the city. The cobblestone alleys of old town wind through lovely buildings that exude old world charm. The alleys are lined with many art galleries, bookshops, antique shops, museums, cafes, and restaurants. Through our stroll around the old town, we explored squares dotted with enchanting fountains, windows overflowing with vibrant blossoms, intricate designs and ornamentations on the lofty wooden doors and the signboards of the cafes.

2. Jardin Botanique - Villa le Chene

Chemin de l'Imperatrice 1, Geneva 1292 Chambésy Switzerland +41 22 418 51 00 http://www.ville-ge.ch/cjb
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Jardin Botanique - Villa le Chene

Reviewed By plodhammar - Baghdad, Iraq

As everything in Geneva the part is well looked after and beautiful. A great spot for a walk or a run on a day with nice wether. There is a small zoo also with a few domesticated animals. Well worth a a few hours and especially with kids since there is a small adventure play ground.

3. Chapel of the Maccabees

Cathedral St. Pierre, Geneva Switzerland http://www.cathedrale-geneve.ch/
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Chapel of the Maccabees

Reviewed By 277oscaro

Go inside the cathedral and turn right, you’ visit an exquisite little chapel with astonishing carved figures and a beautiful organ

4. Synagogue Beth-Yaacov

Place de la Synagogue 11, Geneva 1204 Switzerland +41 22 311 48 15
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Synagogue Beth-Yaacov

5. Statue of Frankenstein

Avenue du Mail Skatepark de Plainpalais, Geneva 1205 Switzerland
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Statue of Frankenstein

Reviewed By 277oscaro

The statue is in Plainpalais Geneva on a spot that allows an all over view of the work. A modern concept of

6. Rue du Rhone

Geneva Switzerland
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Rue du Rhone

Reviewed By BernardBertram - London, United Kingdom

Geneva's Oxford street/Reagent street. Lots of fancy shops & a nice atmosphere. Quite busy even during Covid. Globus is nearby- worth a pop in, especially the basement.

7. Palais des Nations

14, Avenue de la Paix, Geneva 1211 Switzerland +41 22 917 45 39 [email protected] http://www.unog.ch/visits
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Palais des Nations

Reviewed By Travel529 - Mumbai, India

The entrance is opposite Red Cross Museum, you will have to pay around 15-16 CHF per person. After security check, your identification is scanned and you are given temporary ID. You may opt for any of the available language(English, French etc) for the tour with guide. The tour is very knowledgeable, takes around 1 hour, you get to see conference rooms/auditorium (both new and old), it’s always an honor to visit such place. There is a souvenirs shop inside. It’s must see if you are in Geneve. It’s not too far from Broken Chair.

8. Giant Chess Boards

promenade des Bastions 1, Geneva 1205 Switzerland
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Giant Chess Boards

Reviewed By pauljS3633IL

One of the cool, "to do" things in Geneva is to go to Parc de Bastion and watch chess. The canton sets up about 10 chess boards with 1 meter sized pieces. Anybody can play. Just play. Lots of locals of course - good chess players... maybe some have a few too many by the end of the afternoon though. The discussion can get very funny. I used to stop and watch for 30-60 minutes after work as a transition.

9. L'ancien arsenal

Rue de l'Hotel-de-Ville, Geneva 1204 Switzerland
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L'ancien arsenal

Reviewed By Catriona_Brook - Leeds, United Kingdom

We were wandering around the old town and just stumbled across this place. Several cannons and some cool mosaic art work on the walls.

10. The Flower Clock

quai du General-Guisan 28 Jardin Anglais, Geneva 1204 Switzerland +41 22 418 50 00 http://www.ville-geneve.ch/plan-ville/patrimoine-tourisme/horloge-fleurie/item/lieu/lhorloge-fleurie-1/
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The Flower Clock

Reviewed By 39hayleyb - Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

As Switzerland is famous for their watches this a great flower display. Found just by the lake it's a fully functioning clock surrounded by beautiful flowers all year round

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