The Top-10
Top 10 Architecture & Landmarks in Geneva - 2023
Updated Oct 2023
- No.1
Palace of Nations
4.6/5210 ReviewsGeneva3.1km from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"The Palais des Nations, with its dignified architectural community and unique historical status, has become a must-check-in landscape in Geneva, Switzerland. The League of Nations was established in Geneva in 1920 after the First World War. It hosted the construction of the Palais des Nations in 1931-1938, as the headquarters of the League of Nations, also known as the League of Nations Building. After World War II, the Palais was owned by the United Nations in 1946, and then the location of the United Nations Office at Geneva, also known as the United Nations European headquarters. Visiting the Palais des Nations, two striking highlights are significant. The flag is fluttering. On the south side of the Palais des Nations, four rows of flag poles are divided in two and two, brushing from the gate to the building; the flags of more than 190 United Nations member states are suspended high, fluttering in the wind... The world is in harmony, festive and peaceful. Broken chairs are broken. The Palais des Nations, the sculpture "broken leg bench" stands, but wakes up to the world never forget the disaster brought by the mines in the war to innocent people. The back of the 12-meter-high chair is directly inserted into the sky; the legs of the three missing chairs are strung up...war trauma, humiliation and sorrow. The flag and the broken chair seemed to meditate: War and peace, the two drivers of human history, when will the development of pluralistic peace and globalization be ushered in?"Highlights: The Palais des Nations is the headquarters of the predecessor of the United Nations, the "League of Nations", and is now the European headquarters of the United Nations. The Palais des Nations consists of 4 magnificent buildings, surrounded by green trees, with a beautiful environment. The Palais des Nations, home to numerous UN agencies, is where important meetings are held.Show Less - No.2
The Geneva Water Fountain
4.6/5231 ReviewsGeneva1.4km from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"The tall column of water that rises up into the sky directly from the lake is spectacular. The artificial fountain was originally built in 1891 and was only 90 meters high. It is powered by two sets of underwater pumps, weighing 16 tons, driven by a 500 kW 2,400 volt engine that reaches 1,500 rpm."Highlights: The Great Fountain is located on Lake Geneva near the English Garden and is one of Geneva's representative landscapes. The big fountain is like a water column spewed by a whale. It is more than 100 meters high and has a large amount of water. Its spectacular scene can be seen from a long distance from the city center. At night, there is also a chance to see the big fountain under the lighting, which is even more spectacular. It is said that the Great Fountain was originally just a drain for a Geneva workshop. With the rise of tourism, the Geneva city government decided to move the fountain to its current location and refit the fountain with a new electric pump. The symbol of Geneva.Show Less - No.3
The Flower Clock
4.4/5161 ReviewsGeneva929m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"Next to Lake Geneva, I will pass by every day. This is a famous attraction. It is relatively large, but I don’t think I have anything to see. It is a clock composed of flowers. It may be of greater significance."Highlights: The Flower Clock is located on the shore of Lake Geneva, west of the English Garden. The combination of flowers and clocks makes it a symbol of Geneva's reputation as the "Watch Capital". Although flower clocks can also be seen in other cities in Switzerland, the flower clock in Geneva is the real ancestor of the flower clock. The flower clock is 5 meters in diameter. The mechanical structure of the clock is set underground. The clock face on the ground and the Arabic numerals representing 12 hours are covered with fresh green grass or flowers, and new patterns change with the seasons. After visiting the Flower Clock, you can visit the large fountain in the lake along Lake Geneva.Show Less - No.4
Old Town Barbershop
4.5/590 ReviewsGeneva459m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"its really a nice experience walking around the city so peaceful and calm nature at its best"Highlights: The old town of Geneva is located on the hillside on the south bank of the Rhone River. Due to the high terrain, the locals also call it the upper city. The old town not only gathers ancient buildings such as churches, but also has many art galleries, small bars and antique shops in the winding ancient streets and alleys. The pace of life here is not as hectic as the rest of the city, and it's a great place to slow down and savor the specialties at a leisurely pace. You can stop to see the splendid cathedral, visit the Rousseau residence, or browse the charming streets and alleys for interesting memorabilia. The art galleries in the old town vary in style, ranging from ancient Chinese and Japanese pottery to works belonging to the early Impressionists, and have always been placed in prominent and bright spaces. Various small shops gather together, adding a charm to the old city that attracts shopping desires.Show Less - No.5
Broken Chair
4.5/584 ReviewsGeneva2.7km from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks"In the square outside the Palais des Nations in Geneva, a 12-meter-high, 5-ton sculpture-broken wooden chair stands prominently, with the subtitle of Daniel of Switzerland: Live with dignity. The sculptures represent the damage caused by landmines to human bodies, reveal the disasters brought to the world by war, and show that peace is the common yearning of mankind."Highlights: The Wooden Chair with Broken Leg, located in the square in front of the Palais des Nations, is a sculpture by Geneva-based artist Daniel Bursett, created in 1997 for the International Disabled Persons' Federation to call attention to the harm caused by landmines to civilians in war. Although this 12-meter-high, 5-ton sculpture is just a "spot" for a visit, it has a special meaning. There are no written descriptions around the sculpture, but the mutilated chair legs undoubtedly symbolize the human limbs lost by the explosion of landmines, leaving people thinking about war and peace.Show Less - No.6
English Garden
4.4/578 ReviewsGeneva974m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks"When I arrived in Geneva, Switzerland, no one knew about the famous big flower clock; the English garden where the big flower clock is located was mentioned, and there were very few people who knew it. The British garden covering an area of 2.5 10,000 square meters, the largest of the series of city parks on the shore of Lake Geneva in downtown Geneva. In 1854, to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Geneva's accession to the Swiss Confederation, the English garden was built on the shore of Lake Geneva on the north side of the old town. Another hundred years - 1955, the world's first flower clock was built on the southwest edge of the garden. The bell, which is 5 meters in diameter and consists of more than 6,500 bright flowers, has ranked first in the world for decades and is loved by citizens and tourists. Slowly, the big flower bell became an iconic landscape in Geneva, and the name of the British garden was quietly forgotten. After close contact with the big flower clock, go around the English garden, the dense ancient trees, the spacious green lawn, the fountains overflowing with water columns, the simple and elegant pavilion, and the clear blue lake, the couple who walk arm in arm... Romantic and fresh feeling, really good."Highlights: The English Garden was built in 1854 and is located on the shore of Lake Geneva. It has an elegant environment and is a good place for leisure walks. There are not only towering trees, various fountains and statues in the park, but also the world-famous Flower Clock, which attracts many tourists to take pictures.Show Less - No.7
House of Rousseau and Literature (MRL)
4.2/536 ReviewsGeneva466m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"The former residence of Rousseau is a very memorable place. The environment of this place is also very good. You can see quite a lot of good pictures of visits. Rousseau is also a very important historical figure here and can see a lot of information."Highlights: Jean-Jacques Rousseau was born at No. 40 Grand-Rue in the old city of Geneva. Today, this simple and quaint house has been transformed into the Rousseau House Museum. Through the exquisite sound and video display, you can learn more about this Geneva celebrity, writer, The Life Trajectories of Musicians and Enlightenment Philosophers. Rousseau's father was a watchmaker, and his mother died shortly after giving birth to him, and Rousseau lived here until 1742, before moving to Paris. The former residence of Rousseau not only introduces Rousseau's life, but also collects his works, manuscripts and other cultural relics, and also provides a Chinese version of the audiovisual tour (AudioVisualTour), which is very vivid.Show Less - No.8
CERN
4.2/524 ReviewsMeyrin1.3km from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"Joined the 4th science tour group of CERN, listened to scientists lectures at CERN every morning, visited the large collider in the afternoon (all 4 laboratories were visited), and continued to discuss after returning to the hotel in the evening, eye-opening, greatly increased knowledge, great excitement!"Highlights: The world's largest particle physics laboratory, with a large particle collider LHC, is the place where antimatter was created and stolen in the novel "Angels and Demons", and it is also the divine destination that Sheldon yearns for in "The Big Bang Theory" . Come here to visit the Particle Physics Museum and the Particle Universe exhibit, as well as take an interpretive guided tour to see and learn about the particle collider.Show Less - No.9
Reformation Wall - Paul Landowski
4.2/535 ReviewsGeneva351m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"The Reformation Monument on the University of Geneva campus is a must-check in place in Geneva. [View] The scenery is different all year round, and the spring, summer and autumn are beautiful. [Fun] There will be various activities in summer, and picnics here are also a great choice. [Cost-effective] Free visit."Highlights: The Reformation Monument is located in the park behind the University of Geneva. It is a 10-meter-high and 100-meter-long granite long wall to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the birth of Calvin, the pioneer of the Reformation. In the middle of the monument wall are four tall figures, from left to right are Faher, Calvin, Baiz and Knox. They and the figures surrounding the statue are famous figures of the 16th-century Reformation. The overall statue is magnificent and very suitable for taking pictures.Show Less - No.10
Grand Theatre de Geneve
4.6/524 ReviewsGeneva376m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks"The Geneva Grand Theatre is also a place to appreciate art, and there are many places to visit in this area, including museums and squares, with many unique small landscapes, and the entire structure of the Grand Theatre is beautiful."Highlights: The Grand Theatre of Geneva was designed by Jack Ellis Goss and completed in 1879. It is a post-classical building. Although it has gone through vicissitudes, its atmospheric appearance can still remind people of the splendor it once had. Opera and dance performances are still being staged here today.Show Less - No.11
Mont Blanc Bridge
4.5/510 ReviewsGeneva927m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"Walk along Mont Blanc Road opposite the station exit, and you will see this Mont Blanc Bridge, which spans Lake Lemans and the Rhone River, connecting the old city to the new city. The bridge is full of Swiss flags and the cantonal flags of 26 federal states. You can enjoy the Geneva fountain in the middle of the lake from the bridge. The fountain, which can spray 140 meters high, has become a symbol of Geneva after it was moved to the center of Geneva port!"Highlights: MontBlancBridge Mont Blanc Bridge is an important bridge across the end of Lake Geneva in downtown Geneva. It must pass through this bridge from Geneva Station to the old city. The bridge is full of traffic, and many Swiss flags and other flags are planted on both sides of the bridge, which is quite lively. The pier is not high, and the bridge deck is not far from Lake Geneva, where you can enjoy the lake view and the water column sprayed by the big fountain not far away.Show Less - No.12
International Conference Centre
4.3/58 ReviewsGeneva2.5km from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"The International Conference Center is a venue for large conferences. The facilities of this conference center are very good. You can see a lot of good conference formats outside. The conference center also has some good buildings to visit." - No.13
Brunswick Monument
4.6/515 ReviewsGeneva1.2km from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"It is said to be a tomb, more like a small park on the edge of Lake Geneva. There are pools, benches, buildings, and the large fountain on Lake Geneva overlooks. Everything is very comfortable."Highlights: The ornately decorated mausoleum, right next to the Mont Blanc pier, is buried for Charles II, Duke of Blueswick, who lived in Geneva for the last three years of his life and dedicated all his legacy to Geneva in return for its This mausoleum was built to imitate the style of Scaliger in Verona, Italy in the 14th century.Show Less - No.14
Schtroumph Buildings
5.0/53 ReviewsGeneva1.6km from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks
"This is a set of very interesting buildings, is called "smurphs architecture", the inspiration of these buildings, from the works of gaudi, two colorful building, a bit twisted together. The building around are quiet, there is a cafe." - No.15
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Jardin Alpin
4.4/55 ReviewsMeyrin744m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks"Savoie on food are made from Michelin chef Philippe Chevrier, he is a household name in Geneva, has a Michelin restaurant, want to be a delicious, need to make an appointment in advance. Savoie in gone with the wind gently across the lake, slow Michelin meal, words can''t describe." - No.18
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Vieux-Carouge
5.0/52 ReviewsCarouge342m from downtownArchitecture & Landmarks"The beautiful town of Carrouge is located at the junction of Geneva and France, and you can reach the town center by tram No. 12. [View] The house here has an Italian style, it is in Little Italy in Geneva. There are new designs on the pedestrian street every other time. Before, there were color umbrellas. This time, it was a green recycling lamp. Very interesting. [Cost-effective] Free visit to the town, there is a market on Saturday, very lively. [Fun] The town is suitable for family visits, comfortable and beautiful, and there are many art shops." - No.20
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