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Lausanne Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

By Suisse Plus Travel
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €127 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

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 customised 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.

Activity location

  • Cathedrale de Lausanne
    • Place de la Cathedrale
    • 1005, Lausanne, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hôtel Continental
    • 2 Place de la Gare
    • 1003, Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

2-hour tour (with local guide)

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: See some of the major attractions and hidden secrets. This option is with a local guide (not a professional tour guide).
Pickup included

Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€126.84 x 1 Adult€126.84
Total
Price is €126.84

2-hour tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: See some of the major attractions and hidden secrets.
Pickup included

Price details
€126.84 x 1 Adult€126.84
Total
Price is €126.84

2-hour tour (with tour guide)

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: See some of the major attractions and hidden secrets. This option is with a professional tour guide.
Pickup included

Price details
€268.73 x 1 Adult€268.73
Total
Price is €268.73

3-hour tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 3 hours: Book this option for a complete overview of the city.
Pickup included

Price details
€204.23 x 1 Adult€204.23
Total
Price is €204.23

3-hour tour (with tour guide)

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 3 hours: Book this option for a complete overview of the city. This option is with a professional tour guide.
Pickup included

Price details
€354.72 x 1 Adult€354.72
Total
Price is €354.72

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Walking tour (fully customisable and private)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local tour guide (Swiss or expat)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tickets for public transport (not necessary as it is a walking tour)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Cathedrale de Lausanne

  • 10m
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

  • 10m
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).

Place de la Palud

  • 5m
At its centre 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.

Quartier du Flon

  • 15m
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.

Quais d'Ouchy

  • 30m
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.

Rolex Learning Center EPFL

  • 45m
The Rolex Learning Centre 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

  • 15m
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).

Sauvabelin Tower

  • 45m
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

  • 5m
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.

Location

Activity location

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    Cathedrale de Lausanne
    • Place de la Cathedrale
    • 1005, Lausanne, Switzerland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hôtel Continental
    • 2 Place de la Gare
    • 1003, Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland
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    Fontaine de la justice
    • Place de la Palud
    • 1003, Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

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