Canton of Vaud Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular cities in Canton of Vaud
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
- Ouchy Port
- Lausanne Cathedral
- Olympic Museum
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
- Montreux Christmas Market
- Freddie Mercury Statue
- Montreux Casino
Leysin
Known for Mountains, Skiing and Small town
Get away to quaint Leysin! Enjoy the skiing, adventure and coffee.
Reasons to visit
- Tobogganing Park
- Leysin - Tête d'Aï
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.
Ollon
Known for Skiing, Mountains and Cheese
Trip time! Discover the skiing, mountains and culture in upscale Ollon.
Nyon
Known for Lakes, Castle and Historical
Love lakes, castles and ruins? Get away to Nyon!
Cities in Canton of Vaud
Lausanne
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.
Montreux
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.
Vevey
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.
