Geneva, Switzerland

Nearby areas in Geneva, Switzerland

Rive Gauche

This area is home to the Vieille Ville (Old Town), much of the city's shopping, and many of the city's great museums. Rich with history, many of the buildings lining the narrow winding streets of Vieille Ville date back to the 15th and 18th centuries. The Cathedral of St. Pierre, with its striking twin towers, dominates Old Town, and the main street, Grand Rue culminates at place du Bourg-de-Four, a historic square. The Promenade des Bastions brings nature to the city with a green-belt area and a monument to the Reformation. On the shore of Lake Geneva is the Jardin Anglais (English Garden) with the famous Flower Clock and many other landscaped attractions. For famous Swiss watches and elaborate jewelry, visit the Place St-Gervais, home to jewelers and watchmakers since the 18th century.

Rive Droite

Surrounded by parks, the Right Bank offers a refuge of green. You have the option of strolling the tree-shaded promenades along the Rhône or any of the parks on the outskirts (Parc de la Perle du Lac, Parc Barton, and Parc Mon-Repos) where you encounter the Jet d'Eau, a famous fountain.

Rues Basses

When you want to go shopping, head to the Rues Basses ("low streets") between Old Town and the south bank of the Rhône. Serving as the major commercial and shopping district of Geneva, its streets are lined with the latest in European fashions.

For more information about Geneva, Switzerland

Office de Tourisme de Geneve

3, rue de Mont Blanc, Geneva, Switzerland, Phone 022/909-70-00.