Discover our locals' 95 hidden gems in Geneva
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Athénée Quatre – A bar for the arts
"Athénée Quatre" in Geneva is a place that celebrates the performing arts. It's a jazz, cocktail bar, theater and workshop all in one. Check out the events
By
Claire
Hobden
Perle du Lac – Pearl of the lake - literally!
"Perle du Lac" in Geneva is indeed Lac Léman's pearl. It's full of activities, but its beauty lies in the huge numbers of birds that call it home...
By
Rahul
Jha
Flame Yoga – Some yoga to recover from jetlag?
"Flame Yoga" in Geneva offers hot yoga, also known as Bikram yoga. You'll sweat as you have never sweated before by booking a session here!
By
Rahul
Jha
Wunderchic – Boutique shopping in Eaux-Vives
"Wunderchic" Geneva is the place you want to visit in case you feel like buying a whimsical vintage dress, even just to see, it's worth visiting I'd say!
By
Claire
Hobden
Walk by the Rhone – Nature without leaving the city
A walk by the Rhone is finding the beauty of nature without having to leave Geneva. Discover the woods, hike on the Alps, stroll through vineyards...
By
Claire
Hobden
Galerie Sebastien Bertrand – Art with a fresh eye
"Galerie Sebastien Bertrand" Geneva is an art gallery that portrays the freshest contemporary pieces by young artists in the local industry...
By
Claire
Hobden
Osteria della Bottega – Modern Italian
"Osteria della Bottega" Geneva is not your traditional Italian restaurant. The pasta is handmade, but the dishes are rarely classics, to your surprise...
By
Claire
Hobden
Balima Day Spa – Balinese massage in Old Geneva
"Balima Day Spa" is where Geneva meets Bali. Treat yourself to a day in the spa to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, no regrets!
By
Claire
Hobden
Bain Bleu – Swiss baths in the city
"Bain Bleu" Geneva is a spa that marries luxury with simplicity beautifully, and can provide a day of relaxation for all, guaranteed...
By
Claire
Hobden
El Catrin – A Verdadero Mexicano in Geneva
"El Catrin" Geneva is a restaurant that provides you with that full Mexican spread, bound to satisfy your crave for everything Mexican!
By
Claire
Hobden
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