Guidebook for Genève
Drinks & Nightlife
Bottle Brothers - Grand Bottle
12 Rue Henri-Blanvaletgreat scene, lots of people
Atelier Cocktail Club
11 Rue Henri-BlanvaletBarbershop
14 Bd Georges-FavonLive music, now plays mostly commercial music. Used to be a cabaret so don't be surprised by the decor- but now is decidedly mainstream. Just to be sure check on the webpage of the club though ;-)
9 habitants recommandent
Moulin Rouge Geneva
1 Av. du MailLive music, now plays mostly commercial music. Used to be a cabaret so don't be surprised by the decor- but now is decidedly mainstream. Just to be sure check on the webpage of the club though ;-)
Amazing cocktails (same owner as Atelier Cocktail below)
18 habitants recommandent
L'Apothicaire Cocktail-Club
16 Bd Georges-FavonAmazing cocktails (same owner as Atelier Cocktail below)
Speak-easy style bar with inventive and innovative cocktails
18 habitants recommandent
Le Verre a Monique
19 Rue des SavoisesSpeak-easy style bar with inventive and innovative cocktails
Food Scene
Great Italian food, nice open al-fresco terrasse, open non-stop and even on Sundays! Mention you are Christian's guest.
6 habitants recommandent
Spaghetti Factory
13 Rue de la FontaineGreat Italian food, nice open al-fresco terrasse, open non-stop and even on Sundays! Mention you are Christian's guest.
Typical Swiss food and ambiance- cheese fondue, raclette, and rosti- as well as some other less well-known favorites.
12 habitants recommandent
Cave Valaisanne - Chalet Suisse
23 Bd Georges-FavonTypical Swiss food and ambiance- cheese fondue, raclette, and rosti- as well as some other less well-known favorites.
Romantic setting in a typical french style bistrot, fresh products, and good digestifs.
Seppia Bistrò
29 Av. du MailRomantic setting in a typical french style bistrot, fresh products, and good digestifs.
Jeab Fine Cuisine Thaï
61 Bd de Saint-GeorgesExcellent thai food
Kytaly
12 Bd Georges-Favon Good for business lunch or intimate dinner, great Italian food.
Desserts and coffees are amazing here, they also make their own artisinal icecream! In the evenings you can come to hang out on their heated patio for a nightcap or dessert- it is great for people watching.
46 habitants recommandent
Café Remor
3 Pl. du CirqueDesserts and coffees are amazing here, they also make their own artisinal icecream! In the evenings you can come to hang out on their heated patio for a nightcap or dessert- it is great for people watching.
Italian fine dining- great for romantic dinner or a business lunch. Excellent quality ingrédients.
Les Trois Verres Sàrl
2 Rue de la FaïencerieItalian fine dining- great for romantic dinner or a business lunch. Excellent quality ingrédients.
Sightseeing
Geneva is known for the famous fountain that can be seen from an airplane!
Schedule of the Jet'd eau:
As water stream can splash the whole public area around the fountain in case of stronger wind, the opening time of Fountain is subject to weather conditions and annual maintenance.
Horaires (Operationing times):Monday-ThursdayFriday, Saturday, Sunday
From 16th September to 3rd November:from 9:00 am to sunsetfrom 10:00 am to 10:30 pm
(with illuminations)
From 4th November to 2nd March:
from 10:00 am to 4.00 pm
395 habitants recommandent
La fontaine d'eau de Genève
Quai Gustave-AdorGeneva is known for the famous fountain that can be seen from an airplane!
Schedule of the Jet'd eau:
As water stream can splash the whole public area around the fountain in case of stronger wind, the opening time of Fountain is subject to weather conditions and annual maintenance.
Horaires (Operationing times):Monday-ThursdayFriday, Saturday, Sunday
From 16th September to 3rd November:from 9:00 am to sunsetfrom 10:00 am to 10:30 pm
(with illuminations)
From 4th November to 2nd March:
from 10:00 am to 4.00 pm
Tours must be scheduled and often to avoid waiting should be in advance, it's worth checking our their website. Many peace talks and important global affairs are decided here- come see where the action happens!
165 habitants recommandent
United Nations Office at Geneva
Palais des NationsTours must be scheduled and often to avoid waiting should be in advance, it's worth checking our their website. Many peace talks and important global affairs are decided here- come see where the action happens!
The highest vantage point in Geneva- stunning views of the city. Explore one of the pillars of the Protestant movement- John Calvin's wooden chair is inside!
260 habitants recommandent
Cathédrale Saint-Pierre
Cour de Saint-PierreThe highest vantage point in Geneva- stunning views of the city. Explore one of the pillars of the Protestant movement- John Calvin's wooden chair is inside!
Parks & Nature
Parc des Eaux-Vives
Beautiful gardens and views of the lake
Essentials
VOI
2 Pl. du CirqueCloses at 19h on most weekdays and 18h on Saturday. Closed on Sunday.
Migros
3-7 Pl. de CornavinOpen late and open on Sundays.
Getting Around
Cirque station
Genève, Bel-Air
Stand station
Plaine de Plainpalais
Everything Else
On a sunny day come tan and have lunch at Bains des Pacquis, with beautiful seating right next to the lake. Also possibility to access hammam/sauna for a fee. In the winter or in evenings inquire about fondue.
365 habitants recommandent
Bains des Paquis
30 Quai du Mont-BlancOn a sunny day come tan and have lunch at Bains des Pacquis, with beautiful seating right next to the lake. Also possibility to access hammam/sauna for a fee. In the winter or in evenings inquire about fondue.
Tanning, wind-surfing, paddle boarding, lunch, and drinks spot. Perfect for sunset.
33 habitants recommandent
Tropical Corner
5 - 9 Quai de ColognyTanning, wind-surfing, paddle boarding, lunch, and drinks spot. Perfect for sunset.