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Geneva
Like a sparkling jewel nestled on the shores of Lac Léman (Lake Geneva) and surrounded by the Alps and Jura mountains, with views of Mont Blanc, Geneva is a city that exudes luxury, quality, elegance and a cosmopolitan lifestyle. A global hub for diplomacy and banking, the buzzes with people from all corners of the world. Geneva boasts excellent restaurants, exclusive shops, beautiful parks, vibrant cultural life and outstanding museums. Due to its compact geography, you can easily see all the highlights on foot. Fast and efficient public transportation makes day trips from Geneva a delight, too.Find your trip
Jet d´Eau is one of the highest water fountains in the world and a famous landmark of Geneva, which you can see from almost everywhere in the centre and up to very far in the surroundings (even past the border!). The fountain shoots 500 litres of water a second to a height of 140 metres.
The United Nation’s European headquarters is located in a stately marble building surrounded by green parks. This is a must-see in Geneva, and it would really be a shame to miss it for it is such an important part in the identity of the city. For a closer look you can book a scheduled tour.
This fascinating park and ”living museum” hosts 16,000 plant varieties and the world’s largest herbarium. From its creation at the beginning of the 19th century, its beauty and its aim to spread knowledge have evolved continuously. The herbarium archive contains more than 6 million plants.
In the heart of the Old Town you will find this old and charming square decorated with an 18th-century fountain. This is the ultimate place for people to meet and have a coffee or drink before going for some intense shopping in the neighbouring streets.
You have most certainly heard of the Red Cross for its actions around the world. When in Geneva you should seize the opportunity to visit the Red Cross Museum, a place for reflection and raising awareness. Onsite you can visit both the permanent and temporary exhibitions.
L’Horloge Fleurie is a super-size watch with a diameter of five meters, made of 6,500 flowers, symbolising Switzerland’s world-famous watch industry. This symbol has been around since the 1950’s, and the decorations and plants are changed in harmony with the season.
If you are interested in watches, this museum hosts an important collection of timepieces from the 16th century on-wards, and the finest creations of this Geneva-based watchmaker. Nowhere else is the Swiss passion for clocks, watches and the passing of time as obvious as here.
The CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is the world’s largest particle physics laboratory and has been behind numerous major discoveries. Here you can expand your scientific knowledge and explore the mysteries of the universe in an interactive Science Centre.
Jet d´Eau is one of the highest water fountains in the world and a famous landmark of Geneva, which you can see from almost everywhere in the centre and up to very far in the surroundings (even past the border!). The fountain shoots 500 litres of water a second to a height of 140 metres.
The United Nation’s European headquarters is located in a stately marble building surrounded by green parks. This is a must-see in Geneva, and it would really be a shame to miss it for it is such an important part in the identity of the city. For a closer look you can book a scheduled tour.
Right in the middle of the music district, next to the Grand Théâtre, you will find this restaurant with a luxurious Parisian atmosphere that serves fine French cuisine. On the gilded walls, portraits of music maestros such as Verdi and Strauss are hanged.
Brasserie Lipp is a sister restaurant to the one in Paris. This place is very lively and serves wonderful bouillabaisse and seafood, such as fresh oysters. Summer time means quality time at the lovely terrace, a peaceful and quiet area away from the traffic.
Le Relais de l'Entrecôte is a French restaurant specialising in tender rib steak (in French entrecôte) served with its well-known sauce whose ingredients are a closely kept secret. This restaurant can also be found in many locations around Paris, where it built its reputation even before it came to Geneva.
Located a little bit outside of Geneva, the Domaine de Châteauvieux is both a restaurant and a hotel that serves French cuisine at its best and in incredibly beautiful settings. The menu is created with harmony in mind, bringing different flavours together.
Miyako is located in the centre of Geneva and offers fresh and exquisite Japanese food prepared before your eyes. The talented chefs like to amuse the clients by juggling with their knives which is quite entertaining - as well as very impressive and a bit scary.
Vino Olio Caffè is a nice place with service minded staff, good wine and typical Italian food. The atmosphere is very much romantic and a great place for a date night! You can also come here in the morning for an Italian breakfast accompanied by local and international press.
This gourmet restaurant located in the luxurious Beau-Rivages Hotel serves beautifully presented dishes prepared with local products. Le Chat-Botté is claimed to be the finest gourmet restaurant in town and benefits from an amazing terrace overlooking the lake.
Enjoy some classic dishes from the French neighbouring city of Lyon at the popular Bistrot du Boeuf Rouge. This restaurant is a great place for having dinner in a friendly atmosphere served by service minded staff. Try some specialties like foie gras or entrecôte with Auvergne blue (blue cheese). Bon appétit!
Right in the middle of the music district, next to the Grand Théâtre, you will find this restaurant with a luxurious Parisian atmosphere that serves fine French cuisine. On the gilded walls, portraits of music maestros such as Verdi and Strauss are hanged.
Brasserie Lipp is a sister restaurant to the one in Paris. This place is very lively and serves wonderful bouillabaisse and seafood, such as fresh oysters. Summer time means quality time at the lovely terrace, a peaceful and quiet area away from the traffic.
This street is like a pearl necklace of exclusive shops, reminiscent of Marbella, Gstaad and Beverly Hills. You will find prestige watch sellers, jewellery and designer clothes, all the biggest names are covered. Here, Cartier, Patek Philippe and Rolex share the stage with Piaget, Audemars Piguet and Gucci.
Around the railway station are shops with typical Swiss souvenirs like chocolate, cuckoo clocks, Swiss Army knives, musical boxes, handicrafts and Mont Blanc pens. The shops have names like Little Switzerland, Swiss Tradition and Swiss Corner.
Rue du Marché is a traffic-free shopping street with fashion stores, electronics, bookshops and several department stores with clothes, furnishings and shoes. Not to be missed are the Swatch shop and Davidoff cigars.
Every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am-4pm there is a huge flea market (Marché aux puces) where you can find just about anything. Breathe in the wonderful atmosphere. While you are there, why not head for the nearby streets to take a look in one of the many art galleries?
Combining innovation and tradition, the underwear brand La Perla offers a careful selection of refined and delicate lingerie, but also nightwear, bridal wear, as well as a new line of clothing. The brand's branch store can be found on Rue du Rhône in Geneva.
Manor is THE king of department stores in Switzerland and a serious display of luxury. It has everything you may need from home decorations to clothes and makeup, electronics, all of which are spread over several floors. Manor is also a great lunch spot as the ground floor is home to a market of fresh products.
This street is like a pearl necklace of exclusive shops, reminiscent of Marbella, Gstaad and Beverly Hills. You will find prestige watch sellers, jewellery and designer clothes, all the biggest names are covered. Here, Cartier, Patek Philippe and Rolex share the stage with Piaget, Audemars Piguet and Gucci.
Around the railway station are shops with typical Swiss souvenirs like chocolate, cuckoo clocks, Swiss Army knives, musical boxes, handicrafts and Mont Blanc pens. The shops have names like Little Switzerland, Swiss Tradition and Swiss Corner.
Geneva International Airport is located about 4 kilometres from the city centre and is easy accessible from the city of Geneva. Unireso public transportation network has various means of transport like trains and buses and the same ticket can be used for both. The trains take about 6 minutes between the airport and the Central Station in Geneva (Cornavin) and are very regular. The station is very well indicated at the airport and you can purchase tickets from the machines at the station. Bus number 10 to the Central Station takes about 15 minutes and the ticket is valid for one hour on public transport. The urban buses stop every 8-15 minutes to pick up passengers. The tickets can be bought from the ticket machines and the railway station. Note that the Geneva Unireso Network is free for anyone arriving by plane at Geneva Airport. This offer is limited to 80 minutes, counted from arrival time. Pick up your free ticket from the machine in the baggage collection area. In many hotels you will receive the Geneva Transport Card which gives you a free pass to the entire transport network. There are free shuttle bus services transporting guests to a selection of Swiss hotels. Visit the website to see if your hotel is on the list.
Geneva has excellent local public transport consisting of bus, trolley bus, tram, boat and train. The Unireso public transportation network lets you use the same ticket for all means of transportation. Tickets can be bought from ticket machines, agencies and online. A weekly pass and a monthly pass are also available. Note that the Geneva Unireso Network is free for anyone arriving by plane at Geneva Airport. This offer is limited to 80 minutes, counted from arrival time. Pick up your free ticket from the machine in the baggage collection area. At your hotel you will receive the Geneva Transport Card which gives you a free passport to the entire transport network. TPG (Trams and buses) www.tpg.ch TAC (Buses) www.reseau-tac.fr TPN (Buses) www.bustpn.ch SBB (Trains) www.cff.ch SMGN (Boats)
There are numerous taxis you can easily find around town and they are very reliable and fast. Note that taxis are fairly expensive in Geneva. Here are examples of taxi companies: AA Genève Central Taxi +41 22 3 202 202 www.geneve-taxi.ch Taxi-phone SA Geneva: +41 22 33 141 33 www.taxi-phone.ch
There are many post offices throughout the city. Mailboxes are yellow, and you can purchase stamps in the post offices and in some press shops. The main post office is the Poste Mont-Blanc located in the centre.
You can find many pharmacies around the city. For emergencies and all night pharmacies, please consult the webpage given. It is updated daily with the information of the pharmacies you can visit by night on the date.
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Geneva International Airport is located about 4 kilometres from the city centre and is easy accessible from the city of Geneva. Unireso public transportation network has various means of transport like trains and buses and the same ticket can be used for both. The trains take about 6 minutes between the airport and the Central Station in Geneva (Cornavin) and are very regular. The station is very well indicated at the airport and you can purchase tickets from the machines at the station. Bus number 10 to the Central Station takes about 15 minutes and the ticket is valid for one hour on public transport. The urban buses stop every 8-15 minutes to pick up passengers. The tickets can be bought from the ticket machines and the railway station. Note that the Geneva Unireso Network is free for anyone arriving by plane at Geneva Airport. This offer is limited to 80 minutes, counted from arrival time. Pick up your free ticket from the machine in the baggage collection area. In many hotels you will receive the Geneva Transport Card which gives you a free pass to the entire transport network. There are free shuttle bus services transporting guests to a selection of Swiss hotels. Visit the website to see if your hotel is on the list.
Geneva has excellent local public transport consisting of bus, trolley bus, tram, boat and train. The Unireso public transportation network lets you use the same ticket for all means of transportation. Tickets can be bought from ticket machines, agencies and online. A weekly pass and a monthly pass are also available. Note that the Geneva Unireso Network is free for anyone arriving by plane at Geneva Airport. This offer is limited to 80 minutes, counted from arrival time. Pick up your free ticket from the machine in the baggage collection area. At your hotel you will receive the Geneva Transport Card which gives you a free passport to the entire transport network. TPG (Trams and buses) www.tpg.ch TAC (Buses) www.reseau-tac.fr TPN (Buses) www.bustpn.ch SBB (Trains) www.cff.ch SMGN (Boats)
