Fun and entertainment Geneva

It is the Bateau Genève, which belongs to the private association of the same name, recognised as being of public utility, whose aim is to welcome adults who are in personal or social difficulty. A place steeped in history (the first double-decker lounge boat on Lake Geneva and the scene of Empress Sissi's assassination), the Bateau Genève has a refreshment bar on board, where you can eat at noon and enjoy tapas, raclette or simply a drink from 5pm. It is very nice to come and share the Sunday brunch.

A must-see if you're in Geneva in summer. It's an exceptional evening! Bring a waterproof blanket to protect you from the dampness of the ground, your picnic for a dinner on the grass, or rent a deckchair and enjoy a free film under the stars. The park offers a superb setting for a film at dusk, with the lake in the background, the sun setting over the Mont-Blanc massif, the city lights and the moonlight. It's a magical place, with a rich program of cult and children's films

La Ferblanterie is a café not to be missed in the rue de l'Ecole-de-Médecine, well known for its festive atmosphere and numerous bars, located a stone's throw from the universities. Housed in the workshop of a former tinsmith's shop, it keeps some traces of it, such as the counter that now serves as a bar. A semi-industrial setting, the place has managed to retain a cachet halfway between an alternative bar and a neighbourhood café. The place was given a facelift in 2018. The owner, Daisy, and her daughter, Lea, make this place friendly. Here, people don't come to shine, but to exchange.

An emblematic place for this bar with a musical atmosphere. The stone walls breathe the imprint of time: in the walls of Geneva's former fortifications, in the 19th century the high ceilings housed a school chapel, and Slatkine Editions stored many books there. What an ideal setting to set up a music bar and promote new artistic talent! Sitting on the comfortable seating of the designer furniture, you can share copious tapas slates while happily sipping ingenious cocktails or local beer.

Not to be missed! In summer, the Théâtre de Orangerie is at the heart of an extremely pleasant setting, at the top of the Parc Lagrange, in a garden next to the two greenhouses. Built in the ^19th century, the venue has retained its original dual function as a small theater in summer and a greenhouse for orange trees in winter. It offers a short but intense season of fine classics from the theatrical repertoire, lesser-known plays and contemporary creations. The bistro La Terrazza de l'Orangerie offers food and drink before and after the show. There's even dancing!

At Quartier is a tea room. But much more. The space, a small room at the many tables, where a crowd of diverse objects - statue of porcelain dog, Roman columns, and many small trinkets and old biscuits in the heights, welcomes in a very good mood a colourful clientele. Here, many people can find themselves in the morning, the weekend, especially in a joyful atmosphere. Servers and waitresses will easily exchange one or two jokes with you. If you are greedy or tenaillé by hunger at the wake, nothing such as tasting some of the delicious little sandwiches from home to original tastes - rolls to radish and St. Moret, or to tomato and cheese, mini to Cenovis, a specialty of country, croissants to tuna foam… not to mention more classical but nevertheless good parts - tartlets various fruits and very good chocolate breads, among others. The place is known both for its relaxed and friendly atmosphere, and its good bakeries and pastry. A very pleasant establishment, which we recommend without hesitation. A must.

A craft brewery located right at the square of the famous Carouge's fountains, at the corner of Vibert Street and Boulevard des Promenades. Popular and contemporary, completely renovated in 2013, BDT offers its fresh products menu 7 days a week. From the entrance, on the left, 2 large steel tanks majestically have pride of place. One of the tanks is used for cooking and the second as a filter, and 9 fermenters of 1,000 litres do the rest of the work in the basement. For those who love local and brewed-on-site beers, this is where you need to sit, in a contemporary and refined atmosphere. You will be introduced to La Carougeoise, the only craft beer of Carouge, coming in dark, amber, lager. To keep its entire authenticity and its freshness, it is not filtered and non pasteurised. And the craftl beers come in several aromas and flavours under the names of La Douze27, La K-Rouge, Tutti Frutti, Amarillo, La Noirette. Accompanied by a dish on the black board for lunch, or a Heidi burger, it is a place of discovery within local craft!

Located, as its name suggests, on the second floor of the Fairmont, the site offers a breathtaking view of the jet d'eau and the Alps... The lounge is especially worth a visit for the view, and in winter it's a cosy place to enjoy a cup of tea or a taste of the great classics, at any time of day in a calm, hushed atmosphere, not bad for a break between two explorations. Avoid hot chocolates in winter, however, as they are frozen. At the end of the day, the bar next door raises the decibels and electrifies the atmosphere.

An emblematic bar! Le Chat Noir is a whole concept, a convivial place to enjoy a meal inspired by the flavors of the world, such as Mexican-style grilled shrimp or salt-crusted beef tataki. Here, a sense of rhythm blends perfectly with the concert hall, tasting with the restaurant and its cuisine of gustatory blends, and the bar club with a team of "mixologists" and Flair (spectacular bottle juggling) enthusiasts. The delicious Havana passionwon an award at the Havana Club competitions in Geneva.

Excellent! Dancing the night away, and the day after that, over and over again, is truly every dancer's dream. The site is impressive, set up in several rooms covering 2,000^m2 in several rehabilitated industrial warehouses. The programming is excellent: every Thursday, we head off to Latin America for a salsa night with all its sensuality and inherent warmth. The concert program, month after month, is extremely rich and varied, with themed evenings. For a bite to eat, the food corner is waiting to welcome you.

A little air of New York for those nostalgic for the lively and electrified atmosphere of the Big Apple where people live "72 hours a day". Here, we wanted to recreate this New York atmosphere, unique in the world, and so far from Geneva. Start your evening with a good cocktail, as one tends to do after a day of work in the Anglo-Saxon world. You'll enjoy a trendy and relaxed New York atmosphere. So burger, T-bone, hot dog or crazy duck? Portion American version, to "recharge your batteries". Festive atmosphere in the evening.

A wine bistro-bar where you can experience and share authentic happiness over a glass of wine with friends. Le Vert Bouteilleis a pleasant meeting place with olive tones and a wall of empty bottles. It has a Scandinavian, industrial loft feel, with mismatched wood and Formica furniture, a magnificent zinc bar and designer stools. The emphasis is on naturalness, with a vast selection of natural wines. We can't get enough of the tapas, in plank or slate versions, featuring local produce.

To define Arthur's Rive gauche in three words would be luxury, champagne and voluptuousness. When strolling through the chic Rue du Rhône, Arthur's Rive Gauche attracts passers-by who often have the reflex to look through the large bay windows. A universe that is unpretentious, "beautiful and chic". An eye-catching and glamorous decor, a posh clientele and a boyish service. A place with an elegant baroque atmosphere, and above all one of the most prized lounges in Geneva.

You won't want to miss it: it's right across from the station, and at weekends, its clientele take to the sidewalks, making for a lively atmosphere! This brewery produces its own craft beers and flammekueche! The atmosphere is warm and friendly in this huge bar, where revelers from all over the world, young students, travelers and barflies gather to enjoy a good beer. The vats are visible, and the blond, white or amber nectar flows freely, louse Brewery menu, the famous flammekueche sauerkrautfish and chips, burgers, steaks, etc

This imposing venue boasts excellent acoustics. It offers a very rich program of excellent quality. A "must" in terms of Geneva outings. In the heart of Geneva, this 1920-built venue hosts musical performances in a baroque design interior. It's one of Geneva's leading cultural stages for contemporary music, with concerts of jazz and world music, including Brazilian soul, African, Oriental and Mediterranean music, as well as ballets - not to be missed!

A convivial place to share a few musical steps. It comes alive at weekends with a variety of concerts. An original place with a friendly, atypical atmosphere that Carouge locals like to keep almost a secret. It's a great place to meet local people who are keen to party and have fun. Evenings from 6pm onwards, themed evenings and a wide variety of music reminiscent of the guinguettes along the Seine!

Summer is here! Geneva is undergoing a metamorphosis, and it's almost as if we were on a permanent vacation, with our feet in the water by the lake, and the appearance of ephemeral bars on the quaysides has a lot to do with it! We've set up a number of straw huts, where you can enjoy a refreshing drink or a tasty salad in the shade. Unique view of the jet d'eau and Mont Blanc. The site is well worth a stop for everyone. We've even thought of sandboxes for the kids. Not to be missed at sunset for an aperitif. Ask about possible concerts.