Downtown Geneva Historic Shopping District
Downtown Geneva Historic Shopping District
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michelebarry2
Illinois119 contributions
Jan 2022
Returned to Geneva for a weekend of live music. Saddened to see empty store fronts starting to occur (post pandemic) but hopeful businesses will start to rebound soon. We did find a NEW men's cosignment shop call "Stitch Switch" on a side street by the courthouse. It was the coolest little shop I've seen in awhile filled with quality named brand clothing and shoes all perfectly organized. The owner came across as a really nice guy and very genuine.
Other shops that were open downtown were staffed with friendly people.
Other shops that were open downtown were staffed with friendly people.
Written 21 January 2022
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Harmony080
2 contributions
Dec 2019
Shopping, visiting, eating, fantastic time. Stores are really a treat, let alone the eating places. Not many little downtown areas left around - but this one is sure to please!
Written 15 January 2020
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Dollbabygrand
34 contributions
Don't miss this fantastic area, full of unique little shops! SRNTY has beautiful jewelry at amazing prices. (NO exaggeration!!) Galena Wine Cellars allows you to do a tasting or a little wine shopping & then grab a glass or bottle & sit outside & enjoy some wine on the patio. & DO NOT miss Graham's chocolate! Too much to share...experience it for yourself!!
Written 7 August 2012
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irisheyes15
Venice, FL73 contributions
May 2013 • Friends
Just returned from a day to to Geneva Historic Shopping District. Wish we had more time to visit the Cellars wine. Most of the shops were unique but the sales people were very snobby and not talkative at all.
Written 17 May 2013
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Lisa A
Sun City Center, FL239 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
We discovered this lovely little town while searching for a winery. Found the winery and so much more! Lots of cute shops with quality products. Shop keepers were all friendly and clearly proud of their town. Many restaurants to choose from ... everything from coffee shops to gourmet meals. Loved the spice shop, the olive oil place, and, of course, the chocolate shop!
Written 16 August 2014
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Happy Traveler
Edisto Island, SC128 contributions
Aug 2019 • Friends
Geneva is a great day getaway for shopping and dining. Very quaint clean town with some cool shops.
Highly recommend a trip to Geneva if you are in the area!
Highly recommend a trip to Geneva if you are in the area!
Written 23 August 2019
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Becky A
Chicago, IL240 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
The town was great. Blocks and blocks of cute shops and modern restaurants, all among historical buildings and sites. The town is made more beautiful by the fact that it is sitting on the Fox River. The only drawback is most of the shops close early (we were out on a Sunday at 4pm). This was a great place to get away for a couple days or to take a day trip if you are within driving distance.
Written 30 July 2019
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strikerslefty
Geneva, IL39 contributions
Sept 2017
We have lived in Geneva for over 20 years and continue to enjoy a downtown that is vibrant, welcoming & relaxing. There are multiple restaurants, live entertainment, horse drawn carriage rides, multiple Festivals, a vibrant history center and so on. Our grown children love coming back & sharing their hometown with new friends. Thank you for maintaining a memorable city with so many wonderful people!
Written 6 September 2017
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bella6550
Harrison, ME4 contributions
Jun 2017 • Family
What a charming town to visit on a Sunday during the French Market got 2 cute dish towels from Cadeaux de Madelaine and wished we had brought a cooler to sample some cheese from another vendor all the produce looked inviting as well . Went to Grahams for an affogato and cake batter gelato and bought some soap for The perfect Man at Anastazia. The Geneva spice house is always wonderful and I laughed as my sister in law sampled the crystallized ginger ( not her favorite) all in all a great way to spend a sunny Sunday
Written 10 June 2017
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Tom01
papillion, ne53 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
After having breakfast we decided to just walk around historic downtown and see what we would find. Meeting my niece and her husband there, my wife and I had a enjoyable time looking into all the different shops and tasting some of the wine and treats Geneva has to offer. Local wine flights were a surprise and we had to purchase the Mead after tasting the Semi Sweet choice. Ice cream and chocolates were an added stop after realizing we could not pass up these quick treats. Everyone was nice as we were greeted in each shop entered, and talking to locals we found some interesting spots pointed out to us that we may want to see. This was an enjoyable day spent with family that we have not seen for some time and a lovely community that you should not miss.
Written 20 October 2016
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What are the store hours? Specifically, I’d like to visit on. Friday evening in December.
Written 1 December 2018
Is the Metra station close and walking distance to downtown Geneva strip?
Written 3 September 2018
Sorry, I have no idea. We visited for a few hours last year.
Written 6 May 2017
if it's cold, are there places to park your car and not have to walk everywhere?
Written 7 January 2016
I am planning a night in Geneva and am wondering if there is a map detailing all the shops/restaurants, not just street names. If it is cold the day we go, I would rather have a plan than just walking each street looking for things. Also, we are coming on a Sunday and spending the night, is everything opened and how is the nightlife on a Sunday evening? Thank you in advance for any help you can get me.
Written 19 October 2015
the geneva chamber has maps. not sure how up-to-date though.
Written 20 October 2015
Will be in town for Memorial Day, and wonder if the stores and various eating places will be open or closed. Hope they will be open, but will certainly understand if they are going to be closed.
Written 3 April 2015
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