Geneva - Old Town Private Walking Tour

Discover the historic Old Town of Geneva on a guided walking tour. Visit the St. Peter's Cathedral, the Old Arsenal, the Geneva Town Hall, and the Reformation Wall.
Discover Geneva's top attractions on a guided walking tour. Visit Bourg-de-Four Square, St. Peter's Cathedral, the Old Arsenal, Geneva Town Hall, the Bastion Park, the Reformation Wall, the Grand Theatre, and the Tower On The Island.

Start at the Bourg-de-Four Square, the oldest square in the city. Admire the historic facades and visit the Passage des Degres-de-Poules, an enigmatic narrow staircase of 67 steps on the north side, leading up to Saint Peter's Cathedral.

Next, visit the emblematic St. Peter's Cathedral, located on the hill overlooking the Old Town. Admire the various architectural styles from Gothic to Ancient. The temple now houses archaeological treasures dating from prehistoric times to the Middle Ages.

Climb the north tower for stunning views over the city, Lake Geneva, and Mont Blanc. Just a stone’s throw away is the Old Arsenal, which once served as a weapon depot. Admire the small but impressive collection of cannons and three colorful mosaics depicting key events in Geneva’s history on the wall behind.

Continue to the Geneva Town Hall, the seat of the government of the Canton and the Republic of Geneva. Admire the neoclassical structure and its unique large paved ramp surrounding the building.

Head for the Bastion Park to marvel at the Reformation Wall, a 100-meter-long part of the old city walls featuring giant bas-reliefs of the main leaders and inscriptions of important dates and happenings of the 16th-century Protestant Reformation.

Next, pass by the Grand Theatre, an architectural marvel located in the New square. Admire the sumptuous facade with lavish decoration, including an array of Corinthian columns.

Finish the tour at the Tower On The Island, the remainder of a crucial 13th-century fortified castle located on a small but strategic island. Appreciate the historic atmosphere and scenic views of the Rhone River.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.