Getting to Pâquis
Pâquis, symbol of Geneva's multiculturalism
In the heart of the city and by the lake, the Pâquis district is lively, vibrant and young. You can discover flavors from all over the world in the many restaurants in the neighborhood. A wide variety of nationalities rub shoulders in the streets.
You can easily get to Pâquis by bus. Discover all useful information to organize your excursion in all convenience.
Pâquis district, where cultures meet
It is in the Pâquis district that you will discover the popular side of Geneva.
A walk on the quays of Mont Blanc and Wilson followed by a swim at the Bains des Pâquis to finish with a gourmet dinner on the Place de la Navigation or on the famous rue de Berne is an excellent way to discover this district.
The experience of Pâquis is a clever mix of discovery and escape.
Nearest stops
A bit of history
Once made up of vast fields that stretched to the lake, Pâquis Sécheron has gradually attracted luxury hotels, cabarets and artists.
Pâquis was originally outside the city walls, in the former municipality of Petit-Saconnex.
The term "Pâquis" recalls the old function of the neighborhood, where cattle grazed. The word "pâquis" refers to the place where game comes to feed, and, by extension, all pastures.
FAQ
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Find out how to get to Les Pâquis.
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How do you get to Les Pâquis by bus?
#1# – Gautier, Navigation, Monthoux, Alpes stops
#25#: NavigationThe Shuttle Boats: Lines M1, M2, M3 – Pâquis stop
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How do you get to Les Pâquis by tramway?
Tramway #15#: Gare Cornavin, Môle, Butini
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What is there to do in Les Pâquis?
- Les Bains des Pâquis
- "Broken chair" at the Place des Nations
- The Brunswick Monument
- The Jardin Botanique
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How do you get to Les Pâquis by bus?
The Shuttle Boats
You can also cross the lake on both sides in a few minutes by taking the "Mouettes Genevoises".
With a hop-the-line ticket, you can go from the Jet d’eau to the Bains des Pâquis and the Bains des Pâquis to Genève Plage in no time.
The loading and unloading points for the shuttle boats are as follows: Molard, Eaux-Vives, Pâquis, Perle du Lac and Genève Plage.
