Top Lausanne Sightseeing Tours

Head to the heart of the Swiss Alps with this day trip from Lausanne to the mountain village of Les Diablerets, the Glacier 3000 attraction, and the lakeside city of Montreux. You’ll step into an world where wooden chalets sit between snow-capped peaks, then take the Col du Pillon cable car up to Glacier 3000 where sweeping views and alpine attractions await. Spend free time at the top and also in the city of Montreux, a stop on the return journey.

No trip to Switzerland is complete without visiting the mountains, and this full-day adventure from Lausanne showcases the best of the Bernese Alps in just one day. After Lausanne transfer, you venture into the Alps by train to enjoy the Alpine activities that no visitors should miss. Highlights include riding a train to Europe's highest rail station, visiting the Alpine Sensation and Ice Palace, and walking through a glacial tunnel.

Revel in the Swiss Alps on a full-day trip to Les Diablerets from Lausanne. Travel to this Alpine village beneath the Glacier 3000, and use your time to enjoy one of three options. Enjoy the village independently, or ride the cable car to the glacier to enjoy the views and activities, including the suspended Peak Walk. Alternatively, upgrade to add a glacier restaurant food and wine tasting, plus a Snow Bus and toboggan coaster ride.

Immerse yourself in centuries of Lausanne's stories, and make your own memories in the Old Town on this self-guided GPS audio tour. Lausanne is a wonderful mix of old and new, where people from many walks of life and cultures come together. Explore its history, from the Iron Age through to the present and stop in at all the major sights, spanning centuries. Author and academic, Sonja Holverson, guides you on this walk through the VoiceMap app. Sonja taught tourism marketing at an applied sciences university in Lausanne. As an ex-pat living in Switzerland, Sonja enjoys writing and publishing articles about Swiss travel tips, events, and culture making her the perfect guide for this city walk.

This Experience is provided by a private local. Each LocalBini Experience is conducted in a small group of up to 8 people. Discover the most impressive buildings in Lausanne and learn about the history behind each of those historical buildings and structures in this invigorating architectural walk! Join me on this adventure to discover the beauty and history of the city’s most significant buildings and find out a bit more about the local culture in Switzerland from my perspective! During this walk, you will become better acquainted with the local architecture and at the same time, you will learn how it has changed over the years with the city becoming more contemporary while still retaining its unique character. You cannot leave without having seen the Grand-Pont and the Maison du Sport!

Explore the magnificent Swiss countryside outside of Lausanne on a full-day food tour that features great cheese and chocolate. Taste delectable Swiss chocolates at the Maison Cailler Chocolaterie in Broc, then sample flavorful cheeses at a cheese factory in Gruyère. Finish the day with a scenic drive through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Lavaux Vineyard Terraces, a historic region where the hillside vineyards overlook Lake Geneva. Your tour includes round-trip transportation from central Lausanne and informative commentary from your knowledgeable guide.

Discover the history, culture, and remarkable athletes of the Olympic Games with tickets to the Olympic Museum Lausanne. Pre-booking Olympic Museum Lausanne tickets saves time for your group upon arrival, and since the onsite café has spectacular views of Lake Geneva, you can explore the museum at your own pace with a destination-worthy spot to take a break.

Come for the panoramic views and stay for the wine on this scenic Swiss tour showcasing the best of Lavaux. You're whisked from Montreux through the mountains on an open-top tour vehicle to marvel at the views, and stop along the way for a wine tasting. Indulge in some of the best regional wines, take in the Alpine scenery, and sit back to relax on the beautiful drive.

Combine Swiss mountain scenery with lakeside towns and Charlie Chaplin memorabilia on a half-day trip from Lausanne. The 6.5-hour experience includes round-trip transport, a guide, and ample free time for you to see the sights at your own pace. Discover Charlie Chaplin — the man and the artist — at the Chaplin’s World museum in Corsier sur Vevey, tread the streets of Montreux to see Queen’s recording studio, then check out Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva.

Planning a trip to Switzerland? Looking for Off-the-Beaten-Path Tour in Switzerland? What about visiting the Highlights of Lausanne? Lausanne offers you the chance to discover an interesting picturesque city, surrounded by vineyard-covered slopes and Lake Geneva at its feet. Wha’s included in the Lausanne Sightseeing Tour? You will have the chance to discover the main Lausanne’s sights: Palais de la Rumine, the Cathedral, and Rue du Bourg are included stops on the tour. Get ready to experience Switzerland from a different perspective. A local charismatic guide will reveal interesting facts about Lausanne.

Enjoy a wine-tasting experience like no other when you explore Switzerland’s UNESCO-listed Lavaux wine terraces. Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, the wineries here produce a delectable white wine—Chasselas—in limited quantities, making it a coveted wine among connoisseurs. On this small-group tour, explore the region by comfortable mini-coach, visit a local winery, and enjoy the rare chance to taste the region’s wines.

Uncover Lausanne’s hidden heritage and secret gems on this private walking tour. Be immersed in the city buzz as you stroll between landmarks including the Palais de Rumine and Château Saint-Maire and go off the beaten track to gain intimate insight into the city’s history and culture, with personalized insights and tips provided by your local guide.

Plan a visit to the Schilthorn peak and Interlaken without the fuss, using a convenient day trip from Lausanne. You’ll relax with round-trip transport from town, and head straight up the multi-stage cable car with prebooked tickets to reach the Schilthorn peak. Sweeping 360-degree mountain views aside, the peak boasts attractions like a James Bond interactive exhibition and a thrilling Skyline Walk.

Spend the day away from Lausanne to explore the musical streets of Montreux. Famous for its jazz musicians and festivals, experience the atmosphere of this special place, and learn about the famous singers and musicians who have visited over the years. Visit Freddie Mercury’s private studio, and see his statue on Leman Lake.

During this walking tour, you will get to see some of the most popular tourist attractions of Lausanne along with a local- professional guide who will be exclusively with you. The walking tour would last for about two hours and can be customized accordingly to your taste and preferences. The tour timings are flexible and can be amended depending upon availability. In case of any special request, please do let us know and we would try our best to accommodate accordingly.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. The Tour de Sauvabelin is a wooden tower located in the Sauvabelin forest, Lausanne, Switzerland. The tower was built in 2003 and is 35 meters high. It provides a panoramic view of the city of Lausanne, Lake Léman, and the surrounding countryside and mountains. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, and parks of the city. What's the story behind two lovers Dale Carnegie and Tony Robbins? What Aquatic Aquarium is best known for? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

This city is a mixture of ancient and modern, as well as a very cosmopolitan example of the Swiss lifestyle. It rises in terraces on three hills above the north shore of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman). Lausanne is a city of sports, being the headquarters of the Olympic Committee and of the Court of Arbitration for Sport, having also the Swiss Film Archive as well. The city is officially titled the “Olympic Capital”. Pass the Musee des Beaux-Arts (Fine Art Museum), also known as the Palais de Rumine. It houses a modest but impressive art collection. Walk the Escalier du Marché, leading to the terrace of the cathedral. Visit the Rue du Bourg, once one of the main roads of old Lausanne. Wander through the Flon Quarter, the city’s ultra-contemporary zone. Journey through this fantastic hilly city of the Savoy Alps. All attraction entrances are to be paid for on the spot by travelers since attractions are not mandatory. This tour does not include any attractions with require paid entrances.

This magic tour which takes places only in the Christmas period is your best option during your visit in Laussane!  Together with the professional local guide, you will visit, learn, and admire the most beautifully decorated places in Lausanne. The charming atmosphere, will make you feel the real spirit of this festive season. Do you like Christmas markets? Lausanne has some of the most idyllic Christmas markets where you will be able to experience traditional food and drink including fondue and mulled wine.  What magical things can happen during the Christmas period in Lausanne?  You will hear miraculous Christmas legends and stories about Lausanne and you will also visit the famous magic Christmas light installations in the beautiful city. This tour is aimed at the general public who is planning to visit Lausanne during the Christmas period: families, couples, friends, and solo travelers.