Avaibilities are released on the 20th of each month for the next month, 8am Geneva time
Step inside Geneva’s Palais des Nations with a guided tour that reveals the inner workings of the United Nations. Experience international diplomacy firsthand in this iconic, working global hub.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; accessible for most visitors.
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History
The Palais des Nations was built between 1929 and 1938 as the European headquarters of the League of Nations before transitioning to the United Nations after World War II.
Conservation
Geneva maintains strict environmental policies to reduce the impact of tourism on local heritage sites, including sustainable building maintenance at the Palais des Nations.
UN Geneva Visitors' Service
Avaibilities are released on the 20th of each month for the next month, 8am Geneva time
UN Geneva Visitors' Service organizes and conducts guided visits to the Palais des Nations, the European headquarters of the United Nations in Genève. The service provides structured tours designed to inform visitors about the UN’s mission, the history and architecture of the Palais des Nations, and the multilateral work that takes place within the complex.
Tours are offered in several formats to accommodate different needs: private tours for small groups (up to nine persons), group tours for organized parties (minimum 15, maximum 40 per time slot), and scheduled guided tours for individual visitors. Each format includes access to significant rooms, displays of gifts from member states, and explanations of current diplomatic and humanitarian work where operational constraints allow.
The Visitors' Service coordinates visits in a functioning international institution and follows on-site security and access procedures. Information provided during tours is factual and oriented to public education about the United Nations’ activities. The service is a recognized point of access for the public to experience the Palais des Nations and learn about international diplomacy and cooperation directly on site.
Location
Genève, Suisse
Situated at the Palais des Nations
Tour Types
3 formats
Private, group, individual tours
Group Size
Up to 40
Private up to 9, groups 15–40
Official Service
UN Visitors' Service
Organizes official Palais des Nations visits
Reserve a private, group, or individual guided tour today to see the heart of international diplomacy in Geneva.
Book Early
Tours fill quickly; availability releases monthly on the 20th at 8am Geneva time—mark your calendar to secure a spot.
Arrive Early
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour to allow for security checks and smooth entry.
Dress Respectfully
Wear smart casual attire as the tour passes through formal, working conference rooms.
Photography Restrictions
Photography is limited in certain areas; follow guides’ instructions to respect confidentiality.
Comfortable walking shoes
You’ll be on your feet touring the expansive Palais des Nations interior.
Light jacket or sweater
Meeting rooms and corridors can be cool even in warmer months.
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Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated if touring during warmer periods; water fountains available nearby.
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Notebook and pen
Perfect for jotting down insights about the UN and global diplomacy.