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Trip.Best Top 11 Best Things to Do in Canton of Vaud [2024]

Explore the best things to do in Canton of Vaud! Uncover top activities and experiences for an unforgettable visit.
Updated Sep 2024
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    󰺂7.2
    4.7/5
    60 Review
    From152.35
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 891 reviews
    "Golden Pass Express, a tourist train line specially set up by the Swiss Tourism Board, connects Lucerne in the central German region and Montreux in the French-speaking southwestern region in three sections. From Lucerne to Interlaken, the sightseeing train with a rooftop skylight is spacious and bright, and there is no dead end in 360 degrees. Walking through the beautiful scenery... clear lakes, majestic mountains, leisurely pastures, quiet villages, neat orchards, paradise-like wonderlands, bathing eyes and bathing, windows of the soul are bright."
    Montreux
    31.8km from downtown
    Highlights: Two languages, three worlds, six lakes, one route: this is the Golden Pass route. In Montreux, the palm trees and southern vibes along the "Swiss Riviera" still prevail. French romance fills the air. Vineyards and gardens can be captured as the Golden Pass Express goes uphill, the trains are fading away, and a look back at Lake Geneva, the tunnels, and more. The Golden Pass Express is a fascinating route connecting the beautiful lakes of Switzerland such as Lake Geneva, Lake Thun, Lake Brienz and Lake Lucerne.
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    4.7/5
    184 Review
    From30.55
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 4300 reviews
    "Cijung Castle, the official Swiss Tourism Board website "Popular Attractions" column ranked top 5. French "chillon", meaning "stone". Located near Montreux, Switzerland, on the shore of Lake Geneva - and the shore of the lake is far from the Sijong Castle on the huge rock (earliest recorded in 1150); Facing the sparkling Lake Geneva, backed by the steep and towering mountains, like a beautiful palace floating on the water, the scenery is infinite; east-west is the water passage of Lake Geneva, north-south is the land passage of the Alps, strategically positioned soldiers coveted. Sitting on the unique advantages of beautiful scenery and stylish roads, the owners and functions of the castle of Siyong have changed a lot. For a long time, it was the residence of the Earl of Sava and the lucrative toll booths, then the arms warehouse, sometimes the strategic fortress, sometimes the judicial prison... and finally became public property. The view of the castle plank road on both sides of the lake, a simple covered bridge connecting the land, the towering city walls around, 25 independent buildings of different shapes, three simple and exquisite courtyards, more than 40 rich open exhibition rooms... The lake and mountains and the high spires are reflected in each other, the grandeur and the traces of the years complement each other, and the charming scenery is refreshing."
    Veytaux
    34.1km from downtown
    Highlights: Chillon Castle is located on the shore of Lake Geneva, which is full of charm at the foot of the Alps. It is a representative castle in Switzerland. The cornerstone of Chillon Castle is built at the bottom of the lake, giving people a feeling of floating on the lake, but the castle looks extremely solid. The medieval gray-white brick wall with red cone top blends in with the surrounding scenery of mountains and rivers. Picturesque. This ancient castle with a thousand-year history has also inspired literati and writers. Rousseau, Hugo, Byron, Alexandre Dumas, etc. have all left their footprints here, and Byron's "Prisoner of Chillon" is even more impressive. This castle has a great reputation. Castle History The historical records of Chillon Castle can be traced back to the 11th century. Since ancient Roman times, it has been the main traffic road between Italy and France. In the 12th century, it became the residence of the Italian Savoy family, in 1536. After being administered by the Swiss in Bern, it was used as an official residence and armory. Today, the quaint rooms of the castle display various utensils, silver swords, helmets and other items used at that time. Walking across the wooden bridge and stepping into the castle, you will have a feeling of stepping back in time, back to the Middle Ages. Visit and guide the existing castle buildings including courtyards, watchtowers, halls, bedrooms, prisons, castle main towers, etc., especially the prison. Prison The prison is located on the east side of the entrance to the first floor of the castle, where the curved vault of the 13th-century Gothic church is preserved, all around it is built of rock. More than 200 prisoners were imprisoned that year. In 1532, the abbot of St. Victor Abbey in Geneva, Boniwain, advocated the independence of Geneva, and was chained to the stone pillar for four years until March 29, 1536 in Switzerland. After the people captured the castle, they released him. In 1816, when the British poet Byron visited Chillon Castle, he heard about this tragic history, so he left his signature on the stone pillar and wrote "The Prisoner of Chillon". There are many magnificent halls in the castle. They were once the place where the Safoy family feasted, and now they are also used to undertake various banquets, dances and birthday parties. The windows of all the halls face Lake Geneva, and the windows open to the charming scenery composed of Lake Geneva and the surrounding mountains. The castle apartment in the apartment district is as restored as possible to the furnishings and furnishings of the time, and you can admire many representative medieval furniture and decorations. Bourne's bedroom, with its large comfortable four-poster bed with heating, private bathroom and modern plumbing, is well worth a look. The chapel has well preserved religious frescoes and sculptures from the 14th century, which are of great historical and cultural value. The armory exhibition in the castle is also not to be missed. Through the equipment display and multimedia interactive equipment, you can gain an in-depth understanding of various military equipment and defense devices in the Middle Ages.
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    󰺂5.6
    4.6/5
    106 Review
    From36.49
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 2724 reviews
    "Come to a place called Olympia, surrounded by Olympia-related content. The Olympia Archaeological Museum is one of them. It is the first provincial archaeological museum in Greece. It is also a professional museum. It was built in the year 1883-1886. The museum is mainly sculpture. It's in line with our understanding of Greece, bronze, marble, all kinds of things, but it's a pity that the ages or some other reason have been missing."
    Lausanne
    9.5km from downtown
    Highlights: The International Olympic Committee has been located in Lausanne since 1915, and Lausanne is also known as the "Olympic Capital", and this museum on the shores of Lake Leman is also a famous Olympic museum in the world. Opened in 1993, the museum is the largest Olympic competition information center in the world. It shows people the history of the Olympic Movement from ancient Greece to the present through art, documents, films, etc., and combines sports, art, Olympic spirit and culture. combined. There are also conference halls, bars, coffee houses, and a sculpture park overlooking the Alps and the lake, which is very suitable for taking pictures.
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    󰺂5.3
    4.7/5
    58 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 269 reviews
    "In Switzerland, in addition to the mountain view, there is this vineyard terrace. From the west of the castle to Geneva, whether by train or boat on the wind travel on Lake Lei Meng. This beautiful vineyard terrace is the most beautiful scenery in the heart. Lavaux terraces, built in the 11th century and primarily producing high quality wines, were listed as World Heritage Site in 2007."
    Rivaz
    20.8km from downtown
    Highlights: The Lavaux vineyard terraces are located on a lakeside hillside between Montreux and Lausanne. Thanks to the abundant sunshine and the humid climate of the lake, it is rich in delicious and juicy grapes, so it has become a well-known wine region in Switzerland. An ancient history of winemaking Today there are numerous remains of houses and fortresses in the vineyards, and more than a dozen well-preserved villages are spread among densely planted grape terraces. Old villages, old-fashioned taverns and wine cellars all reflect the evolution and development of 10 centuries of winemaking. The Lavaux vineyard terraces were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2007. The ideal seasons for hiking tours to the vineyard terraces are summer and autumn. An easier way to travel by train is to take a sightseeing train.
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    4.6/5
    10 Review
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    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 76 reviews
    "Fork Lake 📍 Come to Vevey's must-visit attractions and choose a location you like 💺 Sit down and look at the beautiful scenery in front of you in a daze to feel the sun and the sea 🌞🌊 Very comfortable 😍🌅"
    Vevey
    26.3km from downtown
    Highlights: Opposite the statue of Chaplin on Lake Vevey, a huge fork was erected in the water, very happy. It is said to be inspired by Chaplin's play.
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    4.6/5
    77 Review
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    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 1902 reviews
    "Lausanne Cathedral (Cathédrale de Lausanne), or its full name is the Notre Dame Cathedral of Lausanne (French: Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Lausanne) is a Protestant church of the cathedral level of Lausanne, Switzerland. The cathedral began in the 12th century in the year. A.D. 1170 and completed in 1235. Later, this cathedral was declared dedicated to the Virgin Mary by the declaration of Pope Gorgy 10 in 1275 and also another name. Notre-Dame Cathedral (Notre-Dame) Lausanne Cathedral was the largest Cathedral in Switzerland at that time. with Gothic architecture The entrance arch is beautifully carved. Inside there is a stained glass that can go up 160 steps to the top of the temple."
    Lausanne
    8.7km from downtown
    Highlights: Standing tall in the center of Lausanne's old town, the Notre Dame Cathedral is the largest church in Switzerland with a magnificent Gothic appearance. There are stained glass windows with a diameter of 9 meters in the church, which are quite gorgeous. It still follows the tradition of the night watchman telling the time. History of the Church The Cathedral of Notre Dame was built in the middle of the 12th century and took more than 80 years to complete. At that time, it was dedicated to King Rudolf of the Habs family who ruled the Roman Empire. At the end of the 13th century, Pope Gregory V established a bishopric here, which later became a Protestant Reformed church. Mottled and detailed carvings There are many roads leading from Lausanne's old town to the Notre-Dame Basilica on the hill. The overall architectural appearance of the church has been well preserved. There are statues on the main entrance of the 13th century with the theme of the saint Moses John in the Bible. It is worth admiring. Although the colors have been mottled, you can still see its delicate carving craftsmanship. The exquisite rose window walks into the church and you will feel a solemn atmosphere. The medieval paintings on the stone columns are very eye-catching, but the most eye-catching is the Rose Window. The paintings on this huge glass window are based on the imagery of the universe formed by different seasons and months, which are mysterious, delicate and beautiful. Climbing the tower overlooking the panoramic view of Lausanne In addition to visiting the church building, visitors can also climb the bell tower through more than 200 steps, overlooking the beautiful scenery of Lausanne and Lake Leman. The tradition of the night watchman telling the time The Notre-Dame Basilica is also special, which is the tradition of the night watchman telling the time today. Different from ordinary bells, every night from 22:00 to 2:00 in the morning, there will be a night watchman standing on the bell tower and shouting to the Quartet what time it is in French. You may as well listen to it, it feels like returning to the Middle Ages. generally.
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    4.2/5
    9 Review
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    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 582 reviews
    "Chaplin's former residence, covering an area of 14 hectares, is a flat and open manor. In the early morning of December 25, 1977, snow fell, and Chaplin, 88, died quietly at his home in Switzerland. My heart is like this face, half pure white, half shadow, I can choose to let you see, or I can insist on not let you see, the world is like a huge circus, it makes you excited, but it makes me trembling, because I know that after the end is always limited and warm, infinitely bitter. Chaplin Chaplin"
    Vevey
    26.3km from downtown
    No.1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Canton of Vaud
    Highlights: Vevey is the hometown of Chaplin, Chaplin moved to the suburbs of Vevey with his wife and children in 1953, and spent a quiet old age here. Lived here for 25 years until his death. The statue faces towards Lake Leman, and the image is realistic. It was built in memory of Chaplin, and the statue is surrounded by flowers.
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    4.7/5
    43 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 122 reviews
    "Olympics Park is also a beautiful place, the whole park is large, the environment is more elegant, there are many displays in the park, you can enjoy a lot of Olympic sports here, the park visit is also more unique."
    Lausanne
    9.5km from downtown
    Highlights: The Olympic Park is close to Lake Geneva, where many locals run, roller skate or ride bikes. The main building in the park is the Olympic Museum, and there are various Olympic-themed statues scattered around.
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    󰺂4.7
    4.5/5
    83 Review
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    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 1205 reviews
    "I saw a lot of yachts on the pier. This pier is also a place where you can taste local fish. The visit on the pier is also quite interesting. The sea breeze is very comfortable. There will be many people going out to play on weekends. It is also a good scenery."
    Lausanne
    9.3km from downtown
    Highlights: Ouchy Wharf is one of the more important water transportation hubs of Lake Geneva. There are some cafes, restaurants and hotels along the coast, where you can fully enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Geneva. There are many ferries and cruise ships parked near the pier, and there are many private yachts in sight. In addition to taking a boat tour of the lake, you can also take a boat to Montreux and Vevey, or to the opposite town of Evian. On sunny days, the area around Wuxi Wharf always gives people a relaxed and comfortable feeling. Many people sit on chairs in open-air restaurants and enjoy sunbathing, or feed swans by the lake, enjoy the lake view, and sometimes see the streets Artist's performance. In addition, there are many green parks, squares and sculpture landscapes around, which are very suitable for walking and relaxing.
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    󰺂4.6
    4.9/5
    8 Review
    "Christmas Market Very Christmas atmosphere 🎄 There are many special food shops ❤️🍔 Every time there is a specific time, there will be Santa singing 🎤"
    Montreux
    32km from downtown
    Highlights: The Christmas market in Switzerland is a good venue to enhance the festive atmosphere. Taking the famous city of Montreux in the Lake Geneva area as an example, it is one of the largest in Switzerland. Snow-capped cabins, vast icy lakes, beautiful Alps, clean ground and sky are enchanting. In the Santa Claus Village, you can enjoy the view of the city under the mountain, and take a look at Lake Geneva, the Bernese Alps and the famous Blanc, all of which can be seen here. The Christmas Village has fairytale beauty, reindeer, sleigh, and white-bearded Santa Claus with a red hat. Take a stroll through the Christmas market here and taste Santa's favorite gingerbread, all of which are exotic and sure to linger.
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FAQ

What Best Things to Do are there in Canton of Vaud?
These are all Best Things to Do in Canton of Vaud:Golden Pass Railway, Chillon Castle, The Olympic Museum, Lavaux Vineyard Terraces, The Fork
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Canton of Vaud?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Canton of Vaud include:Golden Pass Railway:4.7, Chillon Castle:4.7, The Olympic Museum:4.6, Lavaux Vineyard Terraces:4.7, The Fork:4.6
At what locations in Canton of Vaud can Best Things to Do in Canton of Vaud be found?
The Best Things to Do in Canton of Vaud are mainly located in:Golden Pass Railway:Montreux, Chillon Castle:Veytaux, The Olympic Museum:Lausanne, Lavaux Vineyard Terraces:Rivaz, The Fork:Vevey
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