Lausanne Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Name: Lausanne Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Brand: Viator
Price: 76.18 USD
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5.0(9)2 hours - 3 hoursGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian +2Book 4 hours aheadLausanne, Switzerland

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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.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Walking tour (fully customizable and private)
Local tour guide (Swiss or expat)

Not included

Tickets for public transport (not necessary as it is a walking tour)
Gratuities

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What you'll do

Lausanne Cathedral, or the Cathedral of Notre Dame of Lausanne, is a majestic Go
thic 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.
10 min
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).
10 min
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.
5 min
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.
15 min
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.
30 min
The Rolex Learning Center is the iconic campus hub and main library for the Écol
e 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.
45 min
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).
15 min
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.
45 min
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.
5 min

Meeting and pickup

48 locations

Pickup details

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.

Meeting points48

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Hotel du Port
place du Port 5, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Hotel Du Marche
Rue Pre-du-marche 42, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Chateau d'Ouchy
Place du Port, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Beau-Rivage Palace
Chemin de Beau-Rivage 21, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Hotel Continental Lausanne
place de la Gare 2, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Hotel Regina
rue Grand-St-Jean 18, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Alpha by Fassbind
34 Rue du Petit-Chene, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Hotel Angleterre
Place du Port 11, Hôtel Angleterre, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Afterwork Hotel
en Bellevue 1, Etoy, Switzerland
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Hotel Bon Rivage
Route de St. Maurice 18, La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland
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Hotel de la Vieille Tour
Grand-Rue 43, La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland
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Hotel De L'ours
rue du Bugnon 2, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Hotel Jan
8 Avenue de Beaulieu, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Hotel Elite
avenue Sainte-Luce 1, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Hotel Restaurant Les Negociants
rue du Conseil 27, Vevey, Switzerland
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Hotel Du Leman - Centre De Seminaires
chemin de la Fontaine 2, Jongny, Switzerland
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VISIONAPARTMENTS Rue des Communaux
Rue des Communaux 20, Vevey, Switzerland
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ibis Styles Thonon Les Bains
16 Ter Avenue Grangette, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Astra Hotel Vevey
Place de la Gare 4, Vevey, Switzerland
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Hotel des Trois Couronnes - The Leading Hotels of the World
Rue d' Italie 49, Vevey, Switzerland
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Grand Hotel du Lac
Rue d'Italie 1, Vevey, Switzerland
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Appart'Hotel Nonanteneuf Vevey
Quai de la Veveyse 8, Vevey, Switzerland
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Hostellerie de Geneve
Grand Place 11, Vevey, Switzerland
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Hotel Cafe du Palais
11 boulevard du General Dessaix, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Le Relais du Fontany
Le Fontanil, Vacheresse, France
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Hotel Savoie Leman
40 Bd Carnot, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Auberge de la Gare
rue de la Gare 1, Grandvaux, Switzerland
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Hotel Le Comte Rouge
10, Boulevard Du Canal, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Hotel Le Chalet
Lieu-dit l'Ermitage, Armoy, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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hotelF1 Thonon Les Bains Est
CD 32 Pont de Dranse, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Hotel Cote Sud Leman
6 Rue du Pamphiot, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Hotel A l'Ombre des Marronniers
Villa des Fleurs, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Hotel Savoie Leman
40 Boulevard Carnot, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Ibis Budget Thonon les Bains
13 avenue de la Grangette, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Ibis Thonon Centre Hotel
2, Ter Avenue D'evian, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Hotel Bellevue
le Nouy, Thollon-les-Memises, France
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Bon Sejour Hotel
105 Passage du Bon Sejour, Le Nouy, Thollon-les-Memises, France
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Hotel Larc En Ciel
18 place de Crete, Thonon-les-Bains, France
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Hotel Les Cygnes
8 Avenue De Grande Rive, Evian-les-Bains, France
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The Originals Hotels A Evian-Les-Bains
2 Avenue Jean Leger, Evian-les-Bains, France
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Hotel Restaurant Le Bois Joli
210 route du Chenay, Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France
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Hotel du Palais
69 rue Nationale, Evian-les-Bains, France
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Hotel Restaurant Le Panorama
250, Route Du Lac, Grande-Rive, Neuvecelle, France
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Hotel Evian Express
32 avenue de la Gare, Evian-les-Bains, France
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Hotel Le Bourgogne
73 Rue Nationale, Evian-les-Bains, France
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Hotel des Alpes
route d' Oron 1, Savigny, Switzerland
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Zenitude Aparthotel Evian Les Terrasses du Lac
8 Bis Route de l'Horloge, Evian-les-Bains, France
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Ethic Etapes Ct Lac Evian
Avenue De Neuvecelle, Evian-les-Bains, France
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End point

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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