Guidebook for Bellevue
Food Scene
Plainpalais Farmers Market Colorful fresh market of thousands aromas and tastes. Plainpalais Farmers Market is the biggest farmers market in a city, where You will find a variety of quality fruits, vegetables and farmers products, mostly sold by sellers coming here from France. The prices are little lower then what You find in a supermarket and quality and variety is much better. Open - On Sundays the big one (from early morning till about 5pm) and on Tuesdays and Fridays smaller one (less stands, till about 2pm). The great deal are sweet and delicious mangos from Peru, if you're lucky you can find them at about 1 CHF per piece. Other farmers' products include: dried fruits, nuts and seeds, huge variety of spices, cheese, some jams, honey, mushrooms. Fast food Between the veggie stalls You can also find some fast foods from various countries - Peru, Spain, Mexico etc, such as hamburgers, falafel, kebab, chicken, cakes, pancakes, wine and refreshment. For Starbucks and McDonalds, head to Plainpalais tram stop (see map). Plainpalais Flea Market on Saturday and on Wednesday (smaller one). 8am-5pm. Here You will find everything second hand, from books, clothing, smartphone accessories all the way to home decorations and handy tools. Very cheap prices, but don't buy anything serious, as quality is often equivalent to the price.
Plainpalais station
Plainpalais Farmers Market Colorful fresh market of thousands aromas and tastes. Plainpalais Farmers Market is the biggest farmers market in a city, where You will find a variety of quality fruits, vegetables and farmers products, mostly sold by sellers coming here from France. The prices are little lower then what You find in a supermarket and quality and variety is much better. Open - On Sundays the big one (from early morning till about 5pm) and on Tuesdays and Fridays smaller one (less stands, till about 2pm). The great deal are sweet and delicious mangos from Peru, if you're lucky you can find them at about 1 CHF per piece. Other farmers' products include: dried fruits, nuts and seeds, huge variety of spices, cheese, some jams, honey, mushrooms. Fast food Between the veggie stalls You can also find some fast foods from various countries - Peru, Spain, Mexico etc, such as hamburgers, falafel, kebab, chicken, cakes, pancakes, wine and refreshment. For Starbucks and McDonalds, head to Plainpalais tram stop (see map). Plainpalais Flea Market on Saturday and on Wednesday (smaller one). 8am-5pm. Here You will find everything second hand, from books, clothing, smartphone accessories all the way to home decorations and handy tools. Very cheap prices, but don't buy anything serious, as quality is often equivalent to the price.
Plainpalais Farmers Market Colorful fresh market of thousands aromas and tastes. Plainpalais Farmers Market is the biggest farmers market in a city, where You will find a variety of quality fruits, vegetables and farmers products, mostly sold by sellers coming here from France. The prices are little lower then what You find in a supermarket and quality and variety is much better. Open - On Sundays the big one (from early morning till about 5pm) and on Tuesdays and Fridays smaller one (less stands, till about 2pm). The great deal are sweet and delicious mangos from Peru, if you're lucky you can find them at about 1CHF per piece. Other farmers' products include: dried fruits, nuts and seeds, huge variety of spices, cheese, some jams, honey, mushrooms. Fast food Between the veggie stalls You can also find some fast foods from various countries - Peru, Spain, Mexico etc, such as hamburgers, falafel, kebab, chicken, cakes, pancakes, wine and refreshment. For Starbucks and McDonalds, head to Plainpalais tram stop (see map). Plainpalais Flea Market on Saturday and on Wednesday (smaller one). 8am-5pm. Here You will find everything second hand, from books, clothing, smartphone accessories all the way to home decorations and handy tools. Very cheap prices, but don't buy anything serious, as quality is often equivalent to the price.
28 personas locales recomiendan
Plaine de Plainpalais
Plainpalais Farmers Market Colorful fresh market of thousands aromas and tastes. Plainpalais Farmers Market is the biggest farmers market in a city, where You will find a variety of quality fruits, vegetables and farmers products, mostly sold by sellers coming here from France. The prices are little lower then what You find in a supermarket and quality and variety is much better. Open - On Sundays the big one (from early morning till about 5pm) and on Tuesdays and Fridays smaller one (less stands, till about 2pm). The great deal are sweet and delicious mangos from Peru, if you're lucky you can find them at about 1CHF per piece. Other farmers' products include: dried fruits, nuts and seeds, huge variety of spices, cheese, some jams, honey, mushrooms. Fast food Between the veggie stalls You can also find some fast foods from various countries - Peru, Spain, Mexico etc, such as hamburgers, falafel, kebab, chicken, cakes, pancakes, wine and refreshment. For Starbucks and McDonalds, head to Plainpalais tram stop (see map). Plainpalais Flea Market on Saturday and on Wednesday (smaller one). 8am-5pm. Here You will find everything second hand, from books, clothing, smartphone accessories all the way to home decorations and handy tools. Very cheap prices, but don't buy anything serious, as quality is often equivalent to the price.
Drinks & Nightlife
Newly opened on the top floor of a building on the chic Rue du Rhône (take the elevator from the bottom of number 42), this slick bar sports a terrace with one of the best views in Geneva. Regular DJs and live music, a menu featuring everything from burgers to sushi, and an extensive drinks list are quickly making this the place to be seen. Address: Rue du Rhône 42, Geneva, 1204, Switzerland Telephone: (022) 346 7700 Website: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rooftop-42
88 personas locales recomiendan
rooftop°42
42 Rue du RhôneNewly opened on the top floor of a building on the chic Rue du Rhône (take the elevator from the bottom of number 42), this slick bar sports a terrace with one of the best views in Geneva. Regular DJs and live music, a menu featuring everything from burgers to sushi, and an extensive drinks list are quickly making this the place to be seen. Address: Rue du Rhône 42, Geneva, 1204, Switzerland Telephone: (022) 346 7700 Website: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rooftop-42
A respected live music outlet in Carouge specialising in soul singers, jazz musicians and much more besides, Au Chat Noir is a bar and cellar venue that draws an appreciative crowd to around three live shows a week. DJs, regular jam sessions and open mic comedy nights are also part of the mix. Address: Rue Vautier 13, Carouge, Geneva, 1227, Switzerland Telephone: (022) 307 1040 Website: http://www.chatnoir.ch
61 personas locales recomiendan
Chat Noir Club
13 Rue VautierA respected live music outlet in Carouge specialising in soul singers, jazz musicians and much more besides, Au Chat Noir is a bar and cellar venue that draws an appreciative crowd to around three live shows a week. DJs, regular jam sessions and open mic comedy nights are also part of the mix. Address: Rue Vautier 13, Carouge, Geneva, 1227, Switzerland Telephone: (022) 307 1040 Website: http://www.chatnoir.ch
International club with DJ's from all around the world, famous for music or football stars visiting. Playing mostly house, r'n'b and commercial music. Really young ppl, teenagers. Drinks are really expensive. Free entry before 0:30, after 25 CHF.
11 personas locales recomiendan
Bypass Club
1 Pl. de l'EtoileInternational club with DJ's from all around the world, famous for music or football stars visiting. Playing mostly house, r'n'b and commercial music. Really young ppl, teenagers. Drinks are really expensive. Free entry before 0:30, after 25 CHF.
Parks & Nature
The Pointe de la Jonction is a tranquil, lovely green spot where locals flock during the summer. There are deck chairs and a bar to make this the perfect space away from the crowds of tourists, while the spot is also a fascinating landmark, sat right where the two rivers of Geneva, the Rhône and the Arve, converge, creating a hypnotic natural phenomenon of a two-toned river. On the left of the point there is even the possibility of bathing, with showers provided, making it a great place to cool off during the warmer summer months.
30 personas locales recomiendan
Pointe de la Jonction
3 Sent. des SaulesThe Pointe de la Jonction is a tranquil, lovely green spot where locals flock during the summer. There are deck chairs and a bar to make this the perfect space away from the crowds of tourists, while the spot is also a fascinating landmark, sat right where the two rivers of Geneva, the Rhône and the Arve, converge, creating a hypnotic natural phenomenon of a two-toned river. On the left of the point there is even the possibility of bathing, with showers provided, making it a great place to cool off during the warmer summer months.
A living Museum. Botanical Garden, renowned for its Botanical Conservatory, also houses magnificent collections of living plants. It is the ideal setting for relaxing or walking as well as for the discovery of our sometimes threatened plant heritage.
80 personas locales recomiendan
Jardin Botanique station
A living Museum. Botanical Garden, renowned for its Botanical Conservatory, also houses magnificent collections of living plants. It is the ideal setting for relaxing or walking as well as for the discovery of our sometimes threatened plant heritage.
Sightseeing
Stroll the promenades around the lake and soak up the atmosphere. Take a dip at Bains de Paquis or just relax in one of the lakeside parks or cafes. For a unique perspective on the city, take a one or two hour boat cruise around the lake.
170 personas locales recomiendan
Lake Geneva
Stroll the promenades around the lake and soak up the atmosphere. Take a dip at Bains de Paquis or just relax in one of the lakeside parks or cafes. For a unique perspective on the city, take a one or two hour boat cruise around the lake.
Shopping
Handy stores before you take the train back home at the end of the day.
139 personas locales recomiendan
Migros
3-7 Pl. de CornavinHandy stores before you take the train back home at the end of the day.
La Praille, Centre Commercial et de Loisirs
10 Rte des JeunesIdeal for rainy days.
Getting Around
Reserving: three round-the-clock options Via the "mobility car" app: you can make, amend and cancel one-off reservations using our "mobility car" iPhone and Android apps (or use our online mobile reservation service m.mobility.ch). All free of charge. Via the online customer portal: the portal is also where you can access a whole range of services such as serial reservations, subscription extensions and billing. All free of charge. Via the 24h Service Centre 0848 824 812: our staff can help you with all your queries. CHF 1.75 per reservation or change of reservation.
Mobility Covoiturage
7 Pl. de CornavinReserving: three round-the-clock options Via the "mobility car" app: you can make, amend and cancel one-off reservations using our "mobility car" iPhone and Android apps (or use our online mobile reservation service m.mobility.ch). All free of charge. Via the online customer portal: the portal is also where you can access a whole range of services such as serial reservations, subscription extensions and billing. All free of charge. Via the 24h Service Centre 0848 824 812: our staff can help you with all your queries. CHF 1.75 per reservation or change of reservation.
Arts & Culture
Musee D'Art Et D'Histoire
2 Rue Charles-Galland