Geneva Private Tour: Palais des Nations & Landmarks

Follow a local through Geneva's diplomatic heart and public squares

A private two-hour tour of Geneva led by a local guide in English or French, moving at your pace through the city's historic landmarks. You'll see the Jet d'Eau, Flower Clock, St Pierre Cathedral, Bastions Park, Brunswick Monument, and the Broken Chair sculpture near the Palais des Nations, with stops shaped by your interests and the weather.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Geneva's historic landmarks

• See Geneva Water Fountain
• View the Flower Clock
• Visit St Pierre Cathedral
• Walk through Bastions Park
• Admire Brunswick Monument
• Observe Broken Chair Sculpture
• Tour Palais des Nations

The experience

The Jet d'Eau on Quai Gustave-Ador anchors the route. A fountain that has symbolized Geneva's strength since the 19th century. From there, the tour moves through the city's layered history: the Flower Clock on Quai du Général-Guisan, a working blend of horticulture and watchmaking precision; St Pierre Cathedral, where the Protestant Reformation took root; and Bastions Park, where the Kiosque des Bastions sits among trees. Each stop is chosen by your guide based on what draws you, so the route shifts between one booking and the next.

The Brunswick Monument in Jardin des Alpes, a neo-Gothic mausoleum, and the Broken Chair sculpture near the Palais des Nations anchor the second half. The chair, a monumental protest against landmines and cluster bombs, sits steps from the United Nations' European headquarters, a physical reminder of why Geneva became a center for international diplomacy. Your guide explains how each landmark shaped the city's identity, and offers recommendations for what to explore on your own time afterward.

The tour runs two hours or three, depending on which option you choose at checkout. Your guide adjusts the walking pace to match yours, and stops may shift if weather turns. Entry fees to museums or monuments aren't included, so you're free to pass by or step inside as you prefer. Strollers are welcome, and the route works for all fitness levels, though guests with mobility challenges should note the terrain varies.

What’s included

• Your tour includes an exclusive private experience with a local host.
• a tailored itinerary shaped to your interests and pace.
• and a live guide fluent in English or French who offers curated recommendations for further exploration in the city.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private tour lasting 2 hoursGuide in English or French · 11:00, 14:30 and 17:30Lasts 2 hours and is reserved only for you; several language options are offered

Private tour lasting 3 hoursGuide in English or French · 11:00, 14:30 and 17:30Lasts 3 hours and is reserved only for you; several language options are offered

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:00, 14:30 and 17:30

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Choose the two-hour option if you want the main landmarks in a focused morning or afternoon. Pick three hours if you prefer a slower pace and time to absorb the stories behind each stop.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What is the Broken Chair sculpture, and why does it stand near the Palais des Nations?

The Broken Chair is a monumental sculpture symbolizing opposition to landmines and cluster bombs, reflecting Geneva's role in international humanitarian diplomacy. It sits near the Palais des Nations, the European headquarters of the United Nations, as a statement on the city's commitment to peace and disarmament.

Can I choose which landmarks to visit, or does the tour follow a fixed route?

The itinerary adapts to your interests and walking pace. Your local guide tailors the stops based on what matters to you, so no two tours are identical. Stops may also shift depending on weather conditions on the day.

Does the tour include entry to museums or monuments like St Pierre Cathedral?

Entry tickets to museums, monuments, and transportation are not included. You can choose to step inside any site or simply view it from outside as you walk past.

What's the difference between the two-hour and three-hour options?

Both tours cover the same landmarks and follow the same private format with a local guide. The three-hour option gives you more time to linger at stops, walk at a slower pace, or explore additional details your guide can share about each site.