10 TOP Things to Do in Canton of Vaud July 2026

A historic stone tower with a conical roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

A snow-covered mountain peak with jagged rock formations and a clear blue sky.

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A historic castle by a lake with mountains in the background.

A calm lake with rocky shores and mountains in the background.

Things to do

Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine

£27

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Geneva: Glass-Roof Bus Tour to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen

Glass-Roof Bus Tour to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen from Geneva

£111

per adult

Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour

£92

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour with Boat Ride

Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour (3h)

£92

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Taste my Fribourg Self-Guided Food Tour

£74

per adult

Fribourg: Urban Golf Experience to Discover the City

£11

per adult

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Horizon Lounge at Geneva Airport (GVA)

£28

per traveller

Geneva City Center & Old Town Tour

£42

per adult

78% of travellers recommend

Jet d’Eau de Genève guided tour of the city icon

£5

per adult

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Chateau de Chillon

9.0/10 (460 reviews)

On a rocky outcrop where Lake Geneva meets the Swiss Alps stands this fascinating medieval castle on a small island.

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Where to stay in Canton of Vaud

Find the best Canton of Vaud areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Canton of Vaud

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Lausanne Center

Lausanne Center is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Hôtel de Ville and Lausanne Historical Museum while in the area.

A river with a boat docked at a pier, surrounded by buildings and greenery.

Montreux City Centre

Montreux City Centre is known for its panoramic lake views, and with sights like Place du Marche and Freddie Mercury Statue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Montreux.

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A park with a large white sculpture, a body of water, and a marina with boats.

Ouchy

If you're spending time in Ouchy, you might enjoy attractions like Ouchy Port and Alpine Panorama Path. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fantastic lake views before hopping on the metro at Ouchy-Olympique Station to see more of the city.

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A panoramic view of a city with red-roofed buildings, a river, and mountains in the background.

Montriond-Cour

If you're spending some time in Montriond-Cour, Theatre de Vidy and Jardin Botanique Lausanne are top sights worth seeing.

A fountain with water jets, a sign for the Olympic Museum, and a landscaped area with trees and a hedge.

Montchoisi

While visiting Montchoisi, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Museum and Musée de l’Elysée.

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