The Palais des Nations is the European headquarters of the United Nations and the second largest UN office after New York. Built between 1929-1936 as the League of Nations headquarters, it hosts over 25,000 delegates annually. Located in the beautiful 46-hectare Ariana Park with free-roaming peacocks, guided tours reveal historic meeting halls, artwork, and diplomatic history. A UNESCO World Heritage site.
Passport or ID required for tour entry. Tours in English, French, Spanish, and more. Limited times - book online in advance. Tours suspended during high-level meetings.
Book tours 2-3 days in advance online. Avoid during major UN conferences. Combine with Ariana Museum and park walk.
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No, you must join a guided tour to enter the building. However, you can freely walk around the surrounding Ariana Park and see the famous Celestial Sphere sculpture and peacocks. The Broken Chair and Ariana Museum are also accessible without a tour.
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