Alvin’s guidebook
Sightseeing
A must-see on a visit to Geneva, the jet d'eau is a defining symbol of Lake Léman in Geneva.
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Genfer Jet d’eau
Quai Gustave-AdorA must-see on a visit to Geneva, the jet d'eau is a defining symbol of Lake Léman in Geneva.
During the summer, sit in the sun or have a swim in the lake. During the winter, have the best fondue in the indoor restaurant. Bains des Pâquis also has one of the two oldest lighthouses and art work showing the history of the place from when it was built in 1872.
https://www.bains-des-paquis.ch/
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Bains des Pâquis
30 Quai du Mont-BlancDuring the summer, sit in the sun or have a swim in the lake. During the winter, have the best fondue in the indoor restaurant. Bains des Pâquis also has one of the two oldest lighthouses and art work showing the history of the place from when it was built in 1872.
https://www.bains-des-paquis.ch/
A symbol of peace and a statement against land mines, the installation depicts a huge chair with a broken leg, and is located at the front facade of the United Nations complex. The Broken Chair is a monumental sculpture in wood by the Swiss artist Daniel Berset, constructed by the carpenter Louis Genève, constructed of 5.5 tons of wood and is 12 metres high.
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Gebrochener Stuhl
A symbol of peace and a statement against land mines, the installation depicts a huge chair with a broken leg, and is located at the front facade of the United Nations complex. The Broken Chair is a monumental sculpture in wood by the Swiss artist Daniel Berset, constructed by the carpenter Louis Genève, constructed of 5.5 tons of wood and is 12 metres high.
Neighborhoods
Grungy neighbourhood, with hip bars, cosy restaurants, and an open air cheese, wine and farmer's market every Thursday at the square in Grottes.
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Les Grottes
Grungy neighbourhood, with hip bars, cosy restaurants, and an open air cheese, wine and farmer's market every Thursday at the square in Grottes.
Bars and Restaurants
Have a beer by the lake, watch the Jet D'eau, and relax during summer evenings.
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La Terrasse
31 Quai WilsonHave a beer by the lake, watch the Jet D'eau, and relax during summer evenings.
Great cocktails, I usually go for the tap beer and the ambiance.
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Yvette de Marseille
13 Rue Henri-BlanvaletGreat cocktails, I usually go for the tap beer and the ambiance.
A favorite for groups, after work or for a relaxed evening all around the year. Really recommend the bruschetta!
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Fenomeno
28 Rue des PâquisA favorite for groups, after work or for a relaxed evening all around the year. Really recommend the bruschetta!
Looking for a place to spend the evening and have dinner, then enjoy a drink, and later to party (especially on Friday/Saturday nights), Halles is the place to be.
Located on a river island, this relaxed spot offers cocktails & bistro food, plus music & a garden.
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Brasserie des Halles de l'île
1 Pl. de l'IleLooking for a place to spend the evening and have dinner, then enjoy a drink, and later to party (especially on Friday/Saturday nights), Halles is the place to be.
Located on a river island, this relaxed spot offers cocktails & bistro food, plus music & a garden.
Museums
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum is a museum located in Geneva, Switzerland. It first opened in 1988 and underwent a significant renovation in from 2011 to 2013.
https://www.redcrossmuseum.ch/en/
Opening Hours
From Tuesday to Sunday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m April to October
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. November to March
Closed on Monday, 24, 25, 31 December and 1 January
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Internationales Rotkreuz- und Rothalbmondmuseum
17 Av. de la PaixThe International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum is a museum located in Geneva, Switzerland. It first opened in 1988 and underwent a significant renovation in from 2011 to 2013.
https://www.redcrossmuseum.ch/en/
Opening Hours
From Tuesday to Sunday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m April to October
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. November to March
Closed on Monday, 24, 25, 31 December and 1 January