Rhone River and Geneva transport
Nearly all European carriers and airlines from many major cities serve the Generva International Airport.
From the airport can take the bus, train or a taxi to the city center. From 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., a bus (Number 10) leaves the airport to the 22 Cantons stop every 15 minutes. Trains leave the airport every 20 minutes and stop at the main train station in the city. Tickets for both bus and train cost 3CHF, good for one hour of travel. The airport also offers free bus and train tickets at the Geneva Transport kiosk near the arrival terminal, and they are enough to get you into the city center. Meanwhile, a taxi into town usually costs around 30 CHF. There are plenty of taxis outside the airport terminal.
Once inside Geneva, it’s easy to get around as there’s a wide array of transport at your disposal, including buses, trams, trolly buses and taxis. Tickets can be purchased at any stop. If you’re staying for several days, you will save more with a week-long pass.
Driving around the city can be difficult as parking is hard to find. Most tourists prefer to take a taxi around Geneva, and rates are cheaper if you’re in the city limits. Phone to order a taxi instead of waiting for one on the streets.
Many people get around Geneva by walking, and tourists should try that as well, especially near Lake Geneva or around Rhone River. If you want to cover more ground, rent a bicycle for a day or half-day. It’s also possible to borrow a free bike from May to October around Genève Roule.
Naturally, the best way to get around Rhone River is by boat and there are hourly daytime excursions available, unless it’s raining. These trips are either full-day or half-day. Couples prefer to take the evening cruise. Tickets are available at Quai du Mont-Blanc, which is also where the boat trip begins. There are also daytime excursions available on Lake Geneva.
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