Experts' Choice Award Palais des Nations
What the experts agree on
Built 1929–1936 for the League of Nations, this Geneva landmark is now the UN's European headquarters. Highlights include the Assembly Hall and the Human Rights Room, famed for Miguel Barceló's striking painted ceiling.
“A glimpse of the Assembly Hall, the Council Chamber and the Human Rights and Alliance of Civilisations Room with its incredible ceiling painted by Spanish artist Miguel Barcelò.”
– Time Out
Frommer's "The former home of the defunct League of Nations is the present headquarters of the United Nations in Europe." Full review
Fodor's "The largest nexus for United Nations operational activities after New York." Full review
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Security is tight: be prepared to show your passport.
Lonely Planet "Home to the UN since 1966, the Palais des Nations was built between 1929 and 1936." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This palace built between 1929 and 1936 for the League of Nations has, since 1946, been the second centre of the United Nations, whose headquarters are in New York." Full review
