Lausanne Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Description
Your expert local guide will show you the city's highlights and hidden gems. On this walking tour you will be able to see a lot of places within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sights, your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. The focus of this tour is to see the city through the eyes of a local. This private tour can be customized according to your personal preferences. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. Therefore, the sightseeing points listed below in the itinerary are just an example of what is possible. Your guide can suggest other sightseeing points that better suit your interests. Please note that this is a tour with a local person or expat, not with a tour guide who has detailed historical knowledge. If such knowledge is important to you, you should book another tour.
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Lausanne Cathedral, or the Cathedral of Notre Dame of Lausanne, is a majestic Gothic cathedral that overlooks the city and is considered one of the most beautiful Gothic churches in Europe. Its stunning stained-glass windows, intricate facade, and panoramic views from its tower make it a must-visit landmark.
Palais de Rumine is a magnificent Florentine Renaissance-style building, a true architectural masterpiece completed in 1902. This stunning edifice houses the Cantonal and University Library and several Cantonal Museums, including those dedicated to Archaeology and History and the Naturéum (Natural Sciences).
At its center is the town’s oldest fountain that represents justice. It also has typical cafés, boutiques, and large elegant shops, making it a lively gathering spot in the heart of Lausanne. Visitors can enjoy the charming atmosphere, watch the animated clock display, and explore the surrounding historic streets.
The Flon is the modern, lively heart of the city of Lausanne, a former warehouse district that has been transformed into a vibrant urban quarter. Served directly by metro lines, Le Flon is famously known for its 7-screen cinema complex, numerous bars, restaurants, clubs, and various shops. It's a dynamic area for entertainment, shopping, and nightlife.
Ouchy is the picturesque lakeside district of Lausanne, located on the shores of Lake Geneva. It features three sumptuous gardens and richly flowered and tree-lined quays, a beautiful waterfront promenade, and many parks that are popular for sports and relaxation. It offers stunning views of the lake and the French Alps, and is a popular spot for leisurely walks and boat trips.
The Rolex Learning Center is the iconic campus hub and main library for the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). It is renowned for its innovative architecture and is open to both students and the public as a laboratory for learning, a library with over 500,000 books, and an international cultural hub for EPFL. Its unique rolling roof and open spaces are impressive.
Plateforme 10 is Lausanne's unique venue dedicated to culture, located next to the main train station. It brings together several major museums in one accessible district, allowing visitors to walk from one museum to another as they explore different disciplines of design, photography, and fine arts. It is home to the Musée Cantonal des Beaux-Arts (MCBA), Photo Elysée, and the mudac (Museum of Contemporary Design and Applied Arts).
The Sauvabelin Tower is a unique wooden observation tower located in the Sauvabelin Forest, just above Lausanne. This impressive structure allows you to enjoy a panoramic 360-degree view of the city of Lausanne, Lake Geneva, the surrounding countryside, and the majestic Alps in the distance. It's a great spot for nature lovers and photographers.
Eglise Reformee Saint-Francois, Lausanne, Switzerland Église réformée Saint-François is a historic Protestant church located in the heart of Lausanne. It is full of history, originally a Franciscan monastery church, and is notable for its beautiful architecture and significant stained-glass windows, some of which were donated by wealthy families. It serves as an active place of worship and a cultural venue.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please note that the standard way of pickup is by foot, meaning that the guide can come by foot or by public transport to your location.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(9)
Bruno’s walking tour of Lausanne was an excellent way to discover the city. He arrived exactly on time, and although the tour started on a very rainy morning, he adapted quickly, navigating the weather with calm and obvious experience. He also took the time to teach us how to use the metro, which made getting around the city much easier for us afterward. We had asked to sprinkle in some opportunistic shopping, and Bruno embraced this, remaining patient and relaxed with every interruption. Throughout the walk he was very knowledgeable about Lausanne’s history, architecture, culture and key destinations, sharing insights in a clear and engaging way. We visited many of the city’s highlights, including the Olympic Museum, historic coffee houses, Lausanne Cathedral and the port area by the lake. Overall, it was a flexible, informative and enjoyable tour, and I would happily recommend Bruno to anyone wanting a thoughtful introduction to Lausanne.
Our guide, Chantel, was very knowledgeable and fun to spend time with. We saw and learned much more than we would have on our own.
Our guide, Chantal, was one of the best guides we have ever encountered. She was personable, super friendly, fun, and knowledgeable. Her 3 hour tour of Lausanne was well planned and informative. We would recommend her to anyone who wants a wonderful tour.
Great tour of the city of Lusanne . We covered so many parts of the city on this tour and learned so muc. Loved the Olympic park and the statues within it
Bruno was wonderful! Because my husband has a bad back right now, Bruno researched how to minimize the difficulty of navigating this beautiful, hilly city, and we had a great afternoon together!
Our team really enjoyed and truly moved by sincere guide. We made a beautiful memory in Lausanne thanks to his thoughtful guide.
Bruno was a great tour guide and gave thorough explanations at every stop. He even ended the tour at a location I requested instead of going back to the start. I would recommend
Bruno was a very knowledgeable guide who showed us great and worth seeing buildings, gave lovely coffee and restaurant tips and brought us closer to Lausanne's history in various places. Highly recommended!
Our tour Guide, Bruno, is a native of Lousanne. His knowledge of the city and it's history is vast. We covered a lot of ground in 2hrs. Walking up the hills could be challenging for some but we enjoyed it.
