Groups of 15 or more people • All Ages • 60 min. • 9 languages
Step inside Geneva’s Palais des Nations with a guided group tour and explore the historic United Nations headquarters. Experience iconic assembly halls, diverse cultural artifacts, and insights into global diplomacy.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
60 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, minimal walking on flat, indoor surfaces
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History
The Palais des Nations was originally built in the 1930s as the headquarters of the League of Nations before becoming the UN's European headquarters after World War II.
Conservation
The United Nations promotes sustainability within its operations, encouraging energy efficiency and waste reduction across the Palais des Nations complex.
UN Geneva Visitors' Service
Groups of 15 or more people • All Ages • 60 min. • 9 languages
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.
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your tour to allow time for security checks at the Palais des Nations.
Respect Security Policies
Bring a valid ID and follow all security instructions; no large bags are allowed inside the UN premises.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The tour involves walking through expansive halls and rooms—comfortable footwear is recommended.
Bring a Camera
Photography is permitted in most areas; capture stunning architecture and displays so bring your camera or smartphone.
Valid Identification
Required to pass security and gain entry to the United Nations compound.
Comfortable Footwear
Ensures ease during the walking portions of the tour inside the building.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Indoor temperatures are regulated but can be cool in autumn months.
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Portable Camera or Smartphone
For capturing the impressive architecture and cultural artifacts during the tour.