Saint-Jean Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Laeti Tercier
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Popular places to visit

United Nations European Headquarters

United Nations European Headquarters

4/5(18 reviews)

Admire echoing chambers, symbolic murals and expansive gardens while you tour one of the world’s most important institutions.

United Nations European Headquarters
Jet d\'Eau Fountain which includes night scenes, a lake or waterhole and a fountain

Jet d'Eau Fountain

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Whether seen from nearby parks, around the harbour or at night when it is illuminated, this iconic fountain is a constant reminder of Geneva’s exceptional beauty.

Jet d'Eau Fountain
Geneva featuring heritage architecture

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.

City Center Shopping Area
Rue du Rhône

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.

Rue du Rhône
Patek Philippe Watch Museum showing night scenes, street scenes and a city

Patek Philippe Watch Museum

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

Patek Philippe Watch Museum
International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent showing modern architecture

International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent

4/5(5 reviews)

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

International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent

Activities

Chamonix village with the river Arve.

Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour

NZ$207
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours

Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours

NZ$67
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Interlaken Day trip from Geneva

Interlaken Day trip from Geneva

NZ$282
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Interlaken Day trip from Geneva
people observing boats in geneva

Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour

NZ$121
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour
Geneva & Annecy Full-Day Tour

Full-Day Guided Tour : Geneva City & Annecy

NZ$240
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Guided Tour : Geneva City & Annecy
Gruyère: Cheese & Chocolate Tour with Golden Express Train

Gruyères: Cheese & Chocolate Tour with Golden Express Train

NZ$472
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Gruyères: Cheese & Chocolate Tour with Golden Express Train
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Our pick of the best Saint-Jean Hotel Deals

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva

4 out of 5
Rue du Rhône 46, Geneva
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$288 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$288
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"This is a great place and the breakfast really was very good including barista served coffee. The location is very nice and free transport to anywhere is all around. The top floor bar area is big and very nice to spend time in. The hotel has a lot of rooms (200+) but no twin beds which is a little ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
citizenM Geneva

citizenM Geneva

4 out of 5
31-33 Rue de la Rotisserie, Geneva
The price is NZ$327 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$327
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (901 reviews)
"Staff was amazing. The location( near old town) and close to lake Geneva was great to visit the city. Free water taxis on the lake and free transportation was a plus. Tram stop just outside the hotel."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

citizenM Geneva
Hotel Suisse

Hotel Suisse

3 out of 5
10 Place Cornavin, Geneva, GE
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Next to train station, walkable to the lakeshore and oldtown. I've stayed here twice, both times the staff have been very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

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Hotel Suisse
IntercityHotel Geneva

IntercityHotel Geneva

4 out of 5
127 Route de Meyrin, Vernier
The price is NZ$242 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$242
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Vernier. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (560 reviews)
"Very nice, updated, spacious rooms. We were also able to check in early."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

IntercityHotel Geneva
Mövenpick Hotel Geneva

Mövenpick Hotel Geneva

4.5 out of 5
20, route de Pré-Bois, Cointrin, Meyrin, GE
The price is NZ$302 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$302
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Meyrin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Mövenpick Hotel Geneva
B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport

B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport

3 out of 5
Avenue de l'étang 73, Vernier
The price is NZ$213 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$213
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Vernier. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (503 reviews)
"Even though it was Sunday, there seemed to be a number of good restaurants opem and within walking distance. Nostra Italia was particular food ' great food and service."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

B&B HOTEL Geneva Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Saint-Jean

Patek Philippe Watch Museum featuring night scenes, a city and street scenes

Jonction

Shopping, restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Jonction. Make a stop by Patek Philippe Watch Museum or Museum of Ethnography Geneva while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jonction Tram Stop or Palladium Tram Stop to get around town.

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Saint-Gervais / des Grottes

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

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.

Saint-Gervais / des Grottes
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James-Fazy

While visiting James-Fazy, you might make a stop by sights like Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path.

James-Fazy
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Petit-Saconnex / Servette

The lake views and restaurants are a few things visitors like about Petit-Saconnex / Servette. Check out Centre International de Conferences Geneve while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vieusseux Tram Stop or Servette Tram Stop to get around town.

Petit-Saconnex / Servette
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Hollande

If you're spending time in Hollande, check out sights like Victoria Hall or Grand Theatre Opera and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stand Tram Stop or Cirque Tram Stop.

Hollande
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Saint-Gervais Les Bergues

While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cité du Temps.

Saint-Gervais Les Bergues

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