La Cité

Lausanne

La Cite, the historic centre of Lausanne, Switzerland
La Cite, the historic centre of Lausanne, Switzerland
View from the top of the Lausanne cathedral tower over the city center #urbanjungle
Cathédrale de Lausanne Attention tout le monde, ça grimpe Lausanne !
The Lausanne Cathedral was built over many years, starting in 1160. It is still today standing tall with a watchman up it's tower telling the passersby the time of night, and watching the city. You can even get a meeting with him if you want! The vista from the tower is amazing, at any time of day. And if you are lucky, you can even get a special evening when the Cathedral is lit up with thousands of candles... simply magical! #MyBackyard

Popular places to visit

View from the top of the Lausanne cathedral tower over the city center #urbanjungle

Lausanne Cathedral

4.5/5(25 reviews)

After visiting Lausanne Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lausanne. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Lausanne Cathedral
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Ouchy Port

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Lausanne with a trip to Ouchy Port. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ouchy Port
Olympic Museum which includes a park

Olympic Museum

4.5/5(20 reviews)

You may never stand on the winner’s podium at the Olympic Games, but exploring this beautiful museum in Lausanne is the next best thing.

Olympic Museum
Palais de Beaulieu exhibition center in Lausanne

Palais de Beaulieu

Palais de Beaulieu is just one of the places to see in Lausanne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Palais de Beaulieu
Amazing food at Berceau des Sens

École hôtelière de Lausanne

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit École hôtelière de Lausanne during your trip to Lausanne. Wander the lakeside in this trendy area.

École hôtelière de Lausanne
Part of the Musee de l'Élysée is this garden with view over Lake Geneva and towards the French Alps. It's particularly impressive in spring during the cherry blossom season ! #ontheroad

Musée de l’Elysée

You can browse the exhibits at Musée de l’Elysée, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lausanne. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Musée de l’Elysée

Things to do

Glacier 3000 & Montreux from Lausanne

Glacier 3000 & Montreux from Lausanne

HK$957
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glacier 3000 & Montreux from Lausanne
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Lausanne

Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Lausanne

HK$1,561
per adult
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Lausanne
Chaplin

Chaplin's World Entrance Ticket

HK$302
per adult
Chaplin's World Entrance Ticket
Lausanne Scavenger Hunt and Landmarks

Lausanne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

HK$138
per adult
Lausanne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour
Swiss Vineyard Wine Tasting Tour in Vaud

Swiss Vineyard Wine Tasting Tour in Vaud

HK$2,064
per adult
Swiss Vineyard Wine Tasting Tour in Vaud
The Walking Dead Lausanne escape game track game

Escape Game Outdoor The Walking Dead in Lausanne

HK$637
per traveller
Escape Game Outdoor The Walking Dead in Lausanne
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Top hotels in La Cité

Mona Montreux

Mona Montreux

4.5 out of 5
Grand-Rue 81 Montreux VD
The price is HK$1,707 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$1,707
HK$1,914 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Montreux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Very clean and funky hotel

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Mona Montreux
The Freddie Mercury Hotel

The Freddie Mercury Hotel

3 out of 5
7 Rue de la Rouvenettaz Montreux VD
Stay at this hotel in Montreux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Musée de Montreux and Montreux Ferry Terminal ...
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The Freddie Mercury Hotel
Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental

4 out of 5
Place de la Gare 2 Lausanne
The price is HK$1,022 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$1,022
HK$1,183 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lausanne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
No

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Hotel Continental
Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic, Autograph Collection

Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic, Autograph Collection

4.5 out of 5
45 Avenue Des Alpes Montreux VD
The price is HK$2,157 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
HK$2,157
HK$2,381 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Montreux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. It had magnificent views of the lake with a beautiful mountain backdrop. The breakfast was delicious - lots of options including made to order omelettes with a dining space with lake views. We received a warm welcome from the staff each time we ...

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic, Autograph Collection
De la Paix

De la Paix

4 out of 5
5 Av. Benjamin Constant Lausanne VD
The price is HK$1,463 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$1,463
HK$1,640 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lausanne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (964 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

De la Paix
Royal Plaza Montreux

Royal Plaza Montreux

5 out of 5
Avenue Claude Nobs 7 Montreux VD
The price is HK$1,901 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
HK$1,901
HK$2,136 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Montreux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Room was perfect, it had an amazing view from the balcony. The staff were brilliant. Would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Royal Plaza Montreux
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Other neighbourhoods around La Cité

„L‘arbre et des ravines“

Lausanne Center

4/5(40 area reviews)

Lausanne Center is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Hôtel de Ville and Lausanne Historical Museum while in the area.

Lausanne Center
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Vinet-Pontaise

Vinet-Pontaise might not have many top sights, but Palais de Beaulieu and Place of Riponne are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Vinet-Pontaise
Cathedral of Notre Dame, Lausanne, Switzerland. Seen from Le Flon district

Le Flon

Le Flon might not have many top sights, but Palais de Beaulieu and Olympic Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Le Flon
Agora, the new cancer research center next to CHUV was finished in 2018. Designed by Behnisch Architekten, it displays an interesting modern #architecture, in particular its outer skin which has the purpose to enhance daylight use in the depth of the building

Vallon-Béthusy

While Vallon-Béthusy may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palais de Beaulieu and Fondation de l’Hermitage.

Vallon-Béthusy
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Borde-Bellevaux

Though Borde-Bellevaux may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palais de Beaulieu and Sauvabelin Tower.

Borde-Bellevaux
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Florimont-Chissiez

When in Florimont-Chissiez, you can plan a visit to Olympic Museum and Ouchy Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Florimont-Chissiez

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