
Watches & Wonders Geneva is the world’s premier luxury watchmaking event held every spring at Palexpo. TaxiGVA provides professional taxi-with-driver transfers at fixed prices between Geneva Airport (GVA), your hotel and Palexpo throughout the fair week. Mercedes E-Class, V-Class and S-Class available, online booking 24/7, price quoted before pickup.
Taxi prices during Watches & Wonders
- Geneva Airport → Palexpo: CHF 35 (5 min, 3 km)
- City-centre hotels → Palexpo: from CHF 50 (15-25 min)
- Beau-Rivage / Mandarin / Four Seasons → Palexpo: CHF 60 (15 min)
- Hotel d’Angleterre / La Réserve → Palexpo: CHF 55 to 75
- Hourly hire (multi-stops, waiting during Maison appointments): CHF 90/hour
Flat rates announced at booking: no meter, no surge pricing during Watches & Wonders. Payment by card (Visa/Mastercard/Amex), Twint, cash or corporate invoice.
Airport to Palexpo in 5 minutes
Palexpo is adjacent to Geneva Airport (GVA). We pick up in the Arrivals area (terminal 1 or 2) with name signboard on request. Real-time flight tracking included, free waiting up to 60 minutes for delayed flights. For VIP guests arriving by private aviation (FBO), we coordinate with your jet operator for direct apron pickup.
Hotel and Maison coordination
During Watches & Wonders, our drivers work with concierge teams at the leading hotels (Beau-Rivage, Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues, Mandarin Oriental, The Woodward, Hotel d’Angleterre, La Réserve, InterContinental, Mövenpick next to Palexpo). For multi-Maison appointments in one day, hourly hire guarantees a dedicated driver with no re-booking between visits.
Service for retailers and journalists
For watch retailers, press journalists and international buyers, we offer:
- Half-day (4h) or full-day (8h) hourly hire with fixed driver
- Mercedes V-Class up to 6 passengers for retailer groups
- Coordination with your Maison badge for dedicated Palexpo parking access
- Corporate invoicing (Swiss VAT 8.1%) with 30-day terms on approval
Booking
Book online at taxigva.ch or call +41 76 202 06 06. For Watches & Wonders week, we recommend booking 2 to 4 weeks ahead. Immediate confirmation by SMS and email with plate number, driver name and final price.
Frequently asked questions
How early should I book for Watches & Wonders week?
2 to 4 weeks ahead for early-morning press-day slots and post-conference returns. For standard transfers, 24 to 48 hours is enough.
Can the driver wait during a Maison appointment?
Yes, via hourly hire (CHF 90/hour). The driver parks in the Palexpo waiting area and stays available by SMS for your return pickup.
Do you accept corporate accounts for Maisons and retailers?
Yes, 30-day terms on approval, consolidated monthly invoicing with per-traveller detail. Contact us for quick onboarding before the fair.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Real-time flight tracking included. 60 minutes of free waiting, additional time at standard hourly rate. Our dispatcher reaches out beyond 2 hours of delay.
How does VIP pickup at private aviation work?
For FBO arrivals (Premium Geneva, Sky Services), our drivers access the apron with prior agreement from your operator. FBO → Palexpo transfer in 8 minutes.