10 TOP Things to Do in Canton of Vaud (2026 Activity Guide)

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Chateau de Chillon showing a lake or waterhole, a castle and mountains

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Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour

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Private Concierge French Alps Driving Tour

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Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

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Grenoble: First flight in paragliding.

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Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

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What to do in Canton of Vaud

Popular places to visit

Chateau de Chillon

On a rocky outcrop where Lake Geneva meets the Swiss Alps stands this fascinating medieval castle on a small island.

Lavaux Vineyard Terraces

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Lavaux Vineyard Terraces during your travels to Epesses. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Ouchy Port

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

Les Diablerets Ski Resort

Glide down the meandering slopes and learn to ski in the school at this mountainous region topped by a glacier.

Freddie Mercury Statue

Find out about the history of Montreux City Centre with a stop at Freddie Mercury Statue. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Tobogganing Park

Enjoy a trip to Tobogganing Park and popular activities like skiing in Leysin. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Olympic Museum

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.

Chaplin’s World

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Chaplin’s World in Corsier-sur-Vevey. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium

Take the kids to visit the sea life you'll find at AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium during your visit to Lausanne.

Areas of Canton of Vaud

Lausanne featuring a pond and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

Lausanne Center

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

Montreux City Centre

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Montreux City Centre is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Place du Marche and Freddie Mercury Statue.

Olympic Museum featuring a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Ouchy

Visitors often come to Ouchy for its lake views, but many stay to explore sights like Ouchy Port and Alpine Panorama Path. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Ouchy-Olympique Station.

Le Flon

When in Le Flon, you can plan a visit to Palais de Beaulieu and Olympic Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Montriond-Cour

While visiting Montriond-Cour, you might make a stop by sights like Theatre de Vidy and Jardin Botanique Lausanne.

Sébeillon-Malley

While Sébeillon-Malley might 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 Vaudoise Aréna.