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Canton of Vaud

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Specialty Museums Castles Monuments
The sophisticated Canton Vaud sits poised above majestic lakes and suspended across the Jura Mountains and Vaudoise Alps. Immaculate glacier skiing and fine dining are among the many things to do in this region. Lush pastures and sprawling green vineyards featured on the World Heritage List line the valleys dotted with hospitable mountain villages. The cities, on the other hand, offer extensive cultural life, world-class restaurants, and shopping. The capital city of Lausanne is home to the International Olympic Committee. Tourist attractions range from igloo adventures to hot-air balloon rides. Plan your visit to Canton of Vaud and other destinations in Switzerland using our Switzerland day trip planner.
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Top Canton of Vaud tours

Private Gruyères Tour Including Cheese and Chocolate Factory Visit from Montreux BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $231
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Riviera Col du Pillon & Glacier 3000: High Level Experience in the Swiss Alps BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $99
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Duration: 12 hours
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Glacier 3000 Ticket Including Cable Car and Peak Walk by Tissot BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $89
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Places to visit in Canton of Vaud

Montreux BEST FOR: Monument, Mountain, Scenic Walking Area
Lausanne BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, Religious Site, Marina
Vevey BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, Monument, Room Escape Game
Vallorbe BEST FOR: Cave, Wildlife Area, Specialty Museum
Aigle BEST FOR: Hot Spring, Winery / Vineyard, Zipline
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Popular things to do in Canton of Vaud

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Chateau de Chillon
Veytaux
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
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Freddie Mercury Statue
Montreux
4.4
Duration: 30 minutes
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Chaplin's World
Corsier-sur-Vevey
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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The Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique)
Lausanne
4.5
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Canton of Vaud

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Swiss Riviera Wine Tours
Montreux
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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Grottes de Vallorbe
Vallorbe
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Lavaux Vineyard Terraces
Lutry
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
La Suisse - Belle Epoque - paddle steamboat
Lausanne
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min

Historic Sites in Canton of Vaud

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Cathedrale de Lausanne
Lausanne
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Eglise Romane de Rougemont
Rougemont
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Roman Theatre
Avenches
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Eglise de Saint-Sulpice
Saint Sulpice
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min

Museums in Canton of Vaud

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Queen Studio Experience
Montreux
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes
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Collection de l'Art Brut
Lausanne
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
House of Basketball
Mies
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Museum CIMA
Sainte-Croix
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Winter Sports in Canton of Vaud

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Glacier 3000
Les Diablerets
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Diablerets Tourisme
Les Diablerets
3.9
Duration: 8 hours
Station de Ski
Sainte-Croix
3.9
Duration: 8 hours
Piste De Luge Des Diablerets
Les Diablerets
3.3
Duration: 2h 30 min

Kid-friendly things to do in Canton of Vaud

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Museum of Zoology - Lausanne
Lausanne
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Zoo de Servion
Servion
4.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Espace des Inventions
Lausanne
4.1
Duration: 1h 30 min
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AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium Lausanne
Lausanne
3.0
Duration: 2h 30 min

Featured attractions

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Tropiquarium de Servion
Servion
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
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Good Kart Indoor Sàrl
Vuiteboeuf
3.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
Montreux Lakeside
Montreux
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Rochers-de-Naye
Montreux
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
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