Canton of Vaud Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Canton of Vaud
Photo provided by Christophe Racat/Diableretes Tourism
Photo provided by Guillaume Megevand/Diableretes Tourism
Chateau de Chillon which includes mountains, a lake or waterhole and a castle
Canton of Vaud

Popular cities in Canton of Vaud

Lausanne showing street scenes
Lausanne
Known for Lakes, Dining and Shopping
Switzerland’s fourth-largest city has a historic medieval center, a picturesque waterfront, diverse art collections and a museum that illustrates why this is the Olympic Capital.

Reasons to visit

  • Olympic Museum
  • AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium
Montreux
Montreux
Known for Lakes, Shopping and Castle
Palm trees, snowcapped mountains and the majestic Lake Geneva all come together in this charming city, often identified as the jewel of the Swiss Riviera.

Reasons to visit

  • Freddie Mercury Statue
Vevey showing a lake or waterhole and outdoor eating
Vevey
Known for Lakes, Excursions and Wineries
You might find this charming Swiss Riviera city overlooking Lake Geneva extra sweet because it is the global headquarters of food and candy company Nestlé.
Yverdon-les-Bains
Yverdon-les-Bains
Known for Spas, Lakes and Forests
Trip time! Discover the forests, history and university life in Yverdon-les-Bains.
Nyon
Nyon
Known for Lakes, Castle and Historical
Love lakes, castles and history? Get away to Nyon!
Villars featuring mountains
Ollon
Known for Skiing, Mountains and Cheese
Trip time! Discover the skiing, mountains and adventure in trendy Ollon.