La Cité Travel Guide
Lausanne
Popular places to visit
Lausanne Cathedral
After visiting Lausanne Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lausanne. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Cathédrale de Notre Dame
Cathédrale de Notre Dame is just one of the places to see in Lausanne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Ouchy Port
Explore the waterfront in Lausanne with a trip to Ouchy Port. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Olympic Museum
You may never stand on the winner’s podium at the Olympic Games, but exploring this beautiful museum in Lausanne is the next best thing.
École hôtelière de Lausanne
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit École hôtelière de Lausanne during your trip to Lausanne. Wander the lakeside in this trendy area.
Palais de Beaulieu
Palais de Beaulieu is just one of the places to see in Lausanne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
Lausanne: The Olympic Museum Entry Ticket
Glacier 3000 & Montreux from Lausanne
Lausanne Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Gruyères Cheese and Chocolate tour from Geneva with local host
Swiss Vineyard Wine Tasting Tour in Vaud
Lausanne Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Top hotels in La Cité
Hotel Continental
Very good
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Freddie Mercury Hotel
Bed was very comfortable, conveniently located, and very helpful staff
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Mona Montreux
Incredible views of Lake Geneva. Wonderful staff ready to help. Clean room.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Novotel Lausanne Bussigny
It would be nice to have a bigger fridge. There was no coffee maker and not enough garbage cans. (They were tiny). The steam room was not working and the pool gone. (Under renovation). The restaurant had limited selection and no late night options. The room was good but we were next to elevator. ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic, Autograph Collection
Restaurant and room had spectacular views. Free transport in vicinity of the hotel was provided. Convenient to airport and all amenities! Very clean.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Royal Plaza Montreux
View of the lake is amazing. Location of the hotel is a bit out of town so not a lot you can walk to easily. Right next to the jazz but currently under construction.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Cité
Lausanne Center
Lausanne Center is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Hôtel de Ville and Place of Riponne while in the area.
Vinet-Pontaise
Vinet-Pontaise might not have many top sights, but Palais de Beaulieu and Place of Riponne are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Le Flon
Le Flon might not have many top sights, but Palais de Beaulieu and Olympic Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Vallon-Béthusy
While Vallon-Béthusy may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palais de Beaulieu and Lausanne Historical Museum.
Borde-Bellevaux
Though Borde-Bellevaux may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palais de Beaulieu and Place of Riponne.
Florimont-Chissiez
When in Florimont-Chissiez, you can plan a visit to Olympic Museum and Ouchy Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
