Lausanne topped the chart in Monocle's (the must-read travel magazine) inaugural Small Cities Index, which ranked the best 25 small cities in the world with a population under 200,000.
Let me show you around and find out the reasons that make Lausanne the best small city in the world!
Destination
Geneva, Switzerland
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
2 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Español, Français, Italiano, Português
Included
Private guide
Excluded
Metro ticket
5 reasons to book this tour
Cathedral - most important gothic monument in Switzerland
Picturesque market steps from the 13th century
17th Century Town Hall
Understand why Lausanne is the Olympic Capital
Ouchy, the beautiful lakeside
What you can expect
Explore the captivating city of Lausanne with a tour that unveils its rich history and stunning sights. Discover the secrets of the medieval city, including the intricate details of its Gothic cathedral. Wander through the picturesque market steps, soak in the charm of Place de la Palud and its Town Hall and finally, take in the breathtaking views along the lakeside, where the beauty of Lake Geneva and the majestic Alps create a perfect backdrop for your journey through Lausanne.
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with Adriana.
Meeting point
Meet at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Lausanne - Geneva to start your journey
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
Cathedral esplanade
Enjoy breathtaking views from the Cathedral's esplanade
Old town
Explore the old town and its main monuments
Ouchy lake side
Explore the beautiful lake side and learn about city's history
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
I can personalize this tour for you
I can personalize this tour for you
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Flexible cancellation policy
Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Salman
7 January 2025
My family and I had an excellent food tour with Adriana. She knows Geneva really well and gave us great local insight. First class tour guide. Very Knowledgeable
Katia
30 December 2024
O tour foi muito completo e Adriana sempre cuidadosa e atenciosa conosco e seu conhecimento das cidades- Genebra, Lausanne e montreux - e da história e cultura que elas carregam foi essencial para nossas visita. Estamos muito gratas e satisfeitas com o serviço e com nosso tempo em Genebra e redondeza. Tour Geneva, Lausanne and Montreux
Cindy🇸🇬 Singapore
30 December 2024
We had the pleasure of going on a tour with Adriana, and it was probably the most fantastic yet informative tour I have ever been on to date!
Right from the start, her warm and welcoming demeanour made everyone feel welcome and comfortable. In addition, Adriana was incredibly knowledgeable, offering fascinating insights and stories about the area that really brought the history and culture to life. Her enthusiasm and passion made the entire tour both engaging and fun.
Adriana also made sure to tailor the experience to the group’s interests, despite last minute changes and requests. She also answered questions (despite a slight language barrier) with a bright smile on her face - exhibiting her patience. Furthermore, she gave recommendations for things to do beyond the tour.
Needless to say, everyone left feeling not only more informed but also with a deeper appreciation for the destination.
Highly recommend Adriana to anyone looking for an enriching and enjoyable experience!Fantastic tour with Adriana
Marlene
7 December 2024
Parabéns por sua competência e compromisso com sua profissão.
Excelente Guia!City tour of Geneva and Vevey
Alexa
24 November 2024
Our tour in Lausanne with Adriana was absolutely fantastic! She guided us through the city's hidden gems with such expertise, and the stops at the chocolate stores were a delightful bonus. Adriana was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and engaging, speaking multiple languages effortlessly to keep our diverse group comfortable and interested throughout. Highly recommend this experience—Adriana truly made it unforgettable!Lausanne walking tour with chocolate tasting
Ben
18 November 2024
The tour of Geneva with Adriana was great. She arranged everything for us from sitting at the famous restaurant for fondue for lunch to making chocolate at a private chocolate store and visiting an old synagogue in Geneva. Her knowledge and personality was excellent and we all had a great time. We were a group of 22 people with nine kids, some adults and some senior citizens and Adriana managed to accommodate everyone. Highly recommended! BenGreat family tour in Geneva
Alice
17 November 2024
Je vous remercie encore pour votre belle visite et pour toutes vos explications très enrichissantes, dommage que le temps n’était pas au rendez-vous… ☹
Nous en avons tous gardé un très bon souvenir ! 😊
Le lieu et la dégustation de vins étaient vraiment géniales ! tout le monde était ravi !
Les chocolats achetés sur place étaient succulents…
Le restaurant était à couper le souffle dans le sens panorama que gustatif.
Le retour à Paris a été difficile après avoir passé tous ces beaux et merveilleux moments…
Un grand MERCI à vous et à votre collègue.Lavaux walking tour et dégustation de vin en Suisse
Kely
6 November 2024
Tivemos oportunidade de conhecer Genebra numa tarde deliciosa e fria com a Adriana.
Obrigada pela atenção e o carinho com minha família! 🥰Geneva tour with family
Pamela
24 October 2024
O que dizer sobre a Adriana e sobre a guia perfeita que ela é?
Desde o nosso primeiro contato ela se mostrou totalmente acessível e empenhada em nos ajudar com a realização dos sonhos da nossa família que era conhecer a neve e o mercado de Natal!
Assim que ela nos encontrou na estação de trem ela presenteou as nossas filhas com docinhos tradicionais da região dela, achei a atitude dela de uma gentileza tão grande, obrigada pelo carinho!
Nosso tour começou em uma cidade linda chamada Montreux, fizemos o mercado de Natal e sim vale a muito a pena pois ele é maravilhoso e cheio de comidas maravilhosas, e o melhor de ter a Adriana por perto foi que ela nos apresentou os melhores lugares para comer, e após comer ela nos levou até a Roda Gigante aonde tivemos uma experiência maravilhosa e o melhor de tudo foi que ela fez vários vídeos e fotos nossas!
Após a ida a Montreux partimos para Les Avants, conseguimos pegar um trem mais antigo que tinha uma arquitetura mais antiga e foi mágico estar lá dentro e ao mesmo tempo poder contemplar toda aquela paisagem branquinha coberta pela neve, e ao chegarmos lá ela fez os melhores registros da nossa viagem, o nosso contato com a neve, e que experiência maravilhosa, foi literalmente emocionante estar lá com a minha família podendo vivenciar tudo isso!
Ela nos levou para comer o melhor fondue das nossas vidas, foi uma experiência incrível!!!
Querida nós queremos agradecer muito a você por todo o amor e carinho que você dedicou comigo e com a nossa família, desde o início quando disse que nosso sonho era conhecer a neve, você foi e fez acontecer, posso te dizer que foi a experiência mais Fantástica que vivemos durante a nossa estadia na Suíça, não vejo a hora de poder voltar novamente para que você possa continuar me mostrando o quando o seu país é lindo!!!
Você conquistou o coração de todos nós!!!!
Fica aqui nosso muito obrigada Montreux Christmas market and panoramic train
Russell🇺🇸 United States
22 October 2024
Prompt, excellent communication, did a nice job designing tour to meet our requests, very well educated and well spoken. Nice work. Well done
Denis Anderson
14 September 2024
Hi Adriana,
Thank you today’s walking tour from Cathédrale de Lausanne to église Saint-François. The historical information you provided was very interesting. I really enjoyed the whole morning. I did re-visit the Cathédrale and climbed Tower steps for a birds eye view of Lausanne. The Bell chimed at 4pm just as a few of us visitors stood next to it!
Kind Regards
Denis
Historic walking tour of Lausanne
Richelle
26 July 2024
Adriana lead us on a wonderful walking tour of Lausanne. Her knowledge of the city history is incredible. As an official guide to Lausanne, she can provide tremendous insights on how best to see the city in a day. A wonderful walking tour of Lausanne!
Alexa Forneris
16 July 2024
Our tour in Lausanne with Adriana was absolutely fantastic! She guided us through the city's hidden gems with such expertise, and the stops at the chocolate stores were a delightful bonus. Adriana was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and engaging, speaking multiple languages effortlessly to keep our diverse group comfortable and interested throughout. Highly recommend this experience— Adriana truly made it unforgettable!
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More about me
Discover the enchanting allure of Lausanne and Geneva and its picturesque surroundings alongside a seasoned guide boasting over 15 years of residency and professional experience in Switzerland. Delve into the heart of Swiss culture and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you embark on a journey led by someone deeply passionate about both.