Parking in Plainpalais
Plainpalais is one of Geneva's most vibrant districts, home to the university, Museum of Art and History, and the famous Plaine de Plainpalais market. Parking here requires some knowledge of the local zones.
Parking Options in Plainpalais
Parking des Cropettes
Underground
Hourly
CHF 2.50
Daily
CHF 25
Closest underground car park to Plainpalais. Near tram 13 and 15. Open 24/7.
Parking Bel-Air
Underground
Hourly
CHF 2.50
Daily
CHF 25
City-owned car park, slightly cheaper than private operators. On Boulevard Georges-Favon.
Street parking (White Zone)
On-street
Hourly
CHF 2.00
Daily
2hr max (weekdays)
Available on side streets. Free on Sundays. 2-hour maximum in the white zone.
Plaine de Plainpalais
Surface (market days)
Hourly
Free / Market days vary
Daily
Check schedule
On non-market days the Plaine itself offers informal parking. On market days (Wed, Sat) the area is closed to traffic.
Parking During Plainpalais Market
The Plaine de Plainpalais hosts a large flea market (Puces de Plainpalais) every Wednesday and Saturday morning. On these days, the square is closed to vehicles from around 06:00-18:00. Plan ahead and use Parking des Cropettes or Parking Bel-Air, which are a short walk from the market.