October 15, 2018
BE CHARMED BY PAQUIS by Gaelle Forget Paquis is seen as the underbelly of Geneva – it is often overlooked, misunderstood and dismissed as sleazy and downright dangerous. Nestled between the train station and the lake, Paquis is the first neighbourhood visitors come across when they arrive in Geneva by train. It also happens to be my favourite part of the…
September 19, 2018
HARVEST, DRINK AND CELEBRATE THIS YEAR’S LOCAL WINES! by Alexandra Belz Being literally surrounded by beautiful vineyards where I live in Bernex, it’s hard to miss all the frenetic activity that starts in September every year as the wineries harvest their grapes during the Vendanges. As a keen wine drinker, I decided to find out more about this year’s Vendanges…
September 10, 2018
THINGS TO DO IN GENEVA – FOR FAMILIES (OCTOBER 2018) You’ve asked for it and we’ve listened! As from this month, October 2018, we have joined forces with popular local website Parentville Geneva to offer you a monthly list of Things To Do in Geneva – For Families. Also look out for competitions and more articles on family-related issues. If…
September 3, 2018
EXPLORE EAUX-VIVES: ONE OF GENEVA’S TRENDIEST QUARTERS by Julie Gabus Eaux-Vives, formerly the city’s harbour, has become one of Geneva’s trendiest and liveliest areas – bristling with hip new bars, the latest food trends and arty coffee shops. We share some of our favourite addresses in this part of town. WHY WE LOVE EAUX-VIVES Eaux Vives is not…
August 28, 2018
THE GENEVA PASS – SEE THE CITY ON THE CHEAP by Chené Koscielny Have you done Geneva – I mean really DONE Geneva? Whether you’ve only been here a few days, for months or even years – I bet there are many of the city’s 50 + top attractions you haven’t explored yet. Have you done a Segway city tour,…
August 25, 2018
5 THINGS TO EAT AT THE GENEVA STREET FOOD FESTIVAL #genevastreetfoodfestival by Chené Koscielny Our mouths are watering just thinking of all the different exotic types of food to try at the Geneva Street Food Festival, which takes place again from August, Friday 31st till Sunday, 2nd of September. Promenade de Saint-Antoine in the old town will come alive with…
August 24, 2018
HALLOWEEN AND FANCY DRESS COSTUMES IN GENEVA by Alexandra Belz CREDIT: Featured image – copyright: La Drôlerie Halloween and other dress up parties are fun, but not if you’re the only saddo not in costume! Let your imagination run wild and transform yourself into the scariest version of you… We share a list of some of the best places to…
August 21, 2018
NEW TROPICAL BAR OPENS IN GENEVA CASA TIKI – JONCTION by Gaëlle Forget The Geneva cocktail scene is exploding and its latest addition is Casa Tiki, which opened in August in Jonction. We decided to stop by for a nice Friday after work. There is after all no better way to start the weekend than sipping a tasty cocktail. Casa…
August 19, 2018
HALLOWEEN IN GENEVA 2018 – FOR ADULTS Looking for something fun and frightening to do in Geneva for Halloween? Well be prepared to be tricked and treated and scared out of your socks with our list of adult things to do this Halloween. We’ll update this list as we become aware of new events. Share your events with us on info@thingstodoingeneva.ch To…
August 14, 2018
ROOFTOP DANCING AND DRINKING by Gaëlle Forget It is the midst of summer in Geneva and it’s hot in the city! So, where can you grab a drink or dance and enjoy some fresh air at the same time? The solution: The seasonal open-air clubs and bars that flourish all over town during the summer. LES VOILES Les Voiles…