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City Beach Basel

Jun - Sep 2010 (annual)

The City Beach Basel is a beach bar spread over 4000sqm on the roof of the Messezentrum Basel car park. Not impressed? Bars, a beach volleyball court and a giant swimming pool help you pretend…

46.201855
6.142574
Grand Théâtre de Genève, Geneva. © Andy Christiani

Grand Théâtre de Genève

Daily

Bearing an uncanny resemblance to the Opéra Garnier in Paris, this grand 19th-century theatre is a cultural mainstay on Geneva's Left Bank. Book ahead to enjoy opera, chamber music concerts…

46.203996
6.136277

L'Usine

Daily

On the Right Bank of the Rhône, L'Usine has morphed from factory, to squat, to cauldron of culture. This alternative arts centre hosts regular gigs and shelters an art-house cinema, bar and…

47.366091
8.537969
Tonhalle Zurich, Zurich. © Priska Ketterer, Lucerne, courtesy of Tonhalle-Gesellschaft

Tonhalle Zurich

Daily

Opened by Brahms in 1895, Tonhalle Zurich is home to the acclaimed Zurich Tonhalle Orchestra under the baton of David Zinman. Overlooking Bürkliplatz, the venue offers world-class acoustics…

47.343588
8.535785
Rote Fabrik, Zurich. © Rote Fabrik

Rote Fabrik

Daily

Squat turned alternative arts centre, lakeside Rote Fabrik, in Wollishofen, is a sprawling factory providing a stage for emerging and established talent. Party-goers, theatre buffs and…

46.185038
6.142417

Le Chat Noir

Daily

Spicing up the after-dark scene in Carouge, Le Chat Noir makes music lovers purr with its line-up of live rock, jazz and blues. Roy Ayers and Pink Martini have played here. Regulars arrive…

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8.537036
James Joyce Pub, Zurich. © James Joyce Pub

James Joyce Pub

Daily

James Joyce Pub in the Altstadt is named after Zurich's favourite Dubliner. The relaxed watering hole sports the original 19th-century interior of Dublin's Jury's Hotel, mentioned in Ulysses.…

47.378245
8.529228

Liquid Bar

Daily

A flashback to the swinging 1960s, Liquid Bar appeals to the trendy set of Zuri-West. Candy-striped walls, leopard print stools and plastic bubble chairs define the retro interior. Sip one of…

47.388824
8.518636
Moods im Schiffbau. © Heather Sills

Moods im Schiffbau

Daily

Touted as one of Europe's best jazz clubs, Moods im Schiffbau forms part of the ultra-modern Schiffbau arts complex occupying the old shipyard in Zuri-West. The laid-back venue draws serious…

47.364739
8.548586

Pur Pur

Daily

Pur Pur brings Moroccan exoticism to Zurich's Riesbach district with its low-level seating, brass lamps and arches leading through to intimate cubby holes. Depending on the night, the DJ might…

47.384095
8.532672
X-tra, Zurich. © X-tra

X-tra

Daily

Zurich's largest club is X-tra in the Zuri-West district. Drawing a 20-something crowd, the line-up alternates between DJs pumping out house or salsa, and regular live bands. Clubbers retreat…

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8.537252

Adagio

Daily

Ceiling frescoes, balconies and candle chandeliers give a grand, baroque look to the dancefloor at Adagio in Zurich's Altstadt. Sip cocktails in the lounge area with throne-like armchairs…

46.187576
6.12815
Bypass, Geneva. © Bypass

Bypass

Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun only

White leather sofas, green-and-white mosaics and strobe lighting make up the smooth décor in this trendy lounge-club. Situated in the Acacias district, Bypass is a mainstay on Geneva's…

47.372496
8.53977
Widder Bar, Zurich. Courtesy of Widder Hotel

Widder Bar

Daily

Widder Hotel in the Altstadt shelters a moody jazz bar with red leather armchairs, wooden beams and low lighting. Recent performers at Widder Bar include Diana Krall and Ray Brown. The…

46.203809
6.139958

Shakers

Daily; not Mon or Tue

Shakers borrows its name from the glasses it serves its potent cocktails in. Friendly locals and expats come for the atmosphere and great parties. On the Mixing Business with Pleasure nights…

46.199686
6.149445

Demi Lune Café

Daily

Hidden down a side street in Geneva's Old Town, Demi Lune Café is a fashionable lounge bar with mellow grooves and people-watching potential. Hardwood floors and chocolate-brown leather sofas…

47.412958
8.558865

OXA

Daily

Bass-loaded OXA in Zürich-Oerlikon attracts serious clubbers with its all-night parties. The four-level club comprises a restaurant, a bamboo-fringed garden and two dance floors - a blue one…

47.367757
8.545259
Café Odeon, Zurich. © Café Odeon

Café Odeon

Daily

Café Odeon has been an Altstadt institution since 1911, welcoming luminaries from James Joyce to Mussolini. It exudes Art Nouveau glamour with chandeliers, red leather banquettes and marble…

47.388764
8.525059
Club Indochine, Zurich. © Club Indochine

Club Indochine

Daily

Fashionable partygoers flock to Asian-inspired Club Indochine in trendy Zuri-West. The decor is 21st century meets the Orient with backlit Buddhas, tea lights and leopard-print lampshades.…

47.371764
8.536391

Kaufleuten

Daily

Star of the Altstadt clubbing circuit, Kaufleuten's coolness has skyrocketed since Madonna paid a visit. The baroque dance floor is theatrical; all high ceilings, red velvet and chandeliers.…