Shopping in Geneva
Geneva's Left Bank is studded with high-street stores and boutiques. Rue du Rhône offers Rolex watches at Bucherer, prêt-à-porter fashion at Anita Smaga and gourmet treats in the Globus food court. Poke around the cobblestone lanes of the Old Town for unique gifts such as Parfumerie Theodora's floral scents. Arty Carouge is packed with speciality stores; stop at Philippe Pascoët for herb-infused chocolates. Shops generally open Monday to Saturday 9am-7pm (until 9pm Thursday).
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1. Bucherer - Shops
Show moreOpposite the Flower Clock on Geneva's swish Left Bank, Bucherer has been a temple to luxury since 1888. Whether it's to be a precision Rolex wristwatch, a diamond necklace or a cuckoo clock, everything here displays fine Swiss craftsmanship.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Mon-Fri 9am-7pm; Sat 9am-6pm
Address
45, rue du Rhône, Geneva 1204
Telephone
+41 (0) 22 319 6266
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2. Anita Smaga - Shops
Show moreFashionistas satisfy their haute couture cravings at the stylish Anita Smaga boutique on Geneva's Left Bank. Prêt-à-porter fashion includes designer garb by Valentino, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, Chloe and Lacroix. It's well known for credit card-melting sprees.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Mon-Sat 9.30am-6.30pm (until 5pm Sat)
Address
51, rue du Rhône, Geneva 1204
Telephone
+41 (0) 22 310 2655
Transport
Bus 9 to Place du Port
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3. Globus Department Store - Shops
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Situated on the main shopping drag in the Old Town, Globus is Geneva's smartest department store. For 30 years, its five floors have sold everything from fashion to toys. The food court and basement supermarket serve and sell gourmet goodies.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Mon-Wed 9am-7pm; Thu 9am-9pm; Fri 9am-7.30pm; Sat 9am-6pm
Address
48, rue du Rhône, Geneva 1204
Telephone
+41 (0) 22 319 5050
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4. Plainpalais Flea Market - Markets
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Every weekend local shoppers comb the flea market in Geneva's Plainpalais district. Stalls are piled high with bric-a-brac, vintage clothes, records, books and occasionally genuine antiques. There are many bargains to be had, and souvenirs to gather.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Wed & Sat 9am-3pm
Address
Plaine de Plainpalais, Geneva 1204
Transport
Tram 12 or 15 to Plainpalais
Specialists
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5. Philippe Pascoët - Specialists
Show moreTucked away in the arty Carouge district, Philippe Pascoët is an award-winning chocolatier who lures the sweet-toothed with his unusual confectionery. Locals visit for cocoa-rich pralines and truffles infused with fresh thyme, basil, star anis, tobacco, tea or saffron.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Mon 1pm-7pm; Tue-Fri 10.30am-7pm; Sat 10am-5.45pm
Address
12 rue Saint-Joseph, Carouge, Geneva 1227
Telephone
+41 (0) 22 301 2058
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6. Parfumerie Theodora - Specialists
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A whiff of nostalgia pervades Parfumerie Theodora, hidden in the cobbled lanes of Geneva's Old Town. The chandelier-lit perfumery captures the romance of the past with signature fragrances like rose-scented Rosine perfumes and Santa Maria Novella eaux de cologne.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Tue-Fri 9.30am-6.30pm (Thu until 7pm); Sat 9.30am-6pm
Address
37, Grand Rue, Geneva 1204
Telephone
+41 (0) 22 310 3875
