Lausanne Walking Tour with Local Guide Small Group 2 - 3h
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 2–3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The tour is carried out by an independent Guide, local passionate about the history and local life of his city at heart. You are often in small numbers (from 2 to 6 on average, max 10 people) , see in private group. I want to offer an original tour, different from those sometimes offered by the city, with a duration adaptable according to your pace and desires. I offer a digest and a balanced mix of history, urban development and local life with facts and anecdotes. I can give you suggestions for typical or unusual Things to do, places or food to allow you to extend your experience in Lake Geneva or Switzerland. See you soon!
Inclusions
What's included
- Access to public toilets along the way
- Guided Tour of Lausanne with a Local Guide, at least 2 hours
- Wise recommendations on Things to do after your visit (if requested)
- Historical facts, anecdotes and insights into local life in Lausanne
What's not
- Food and drink
- Tips (if you are satisfied with the visit!)
Itinerary
We will start the visit on St. Francis Square and Church, south entrance to the medieval city of Lausanne and privileged place for exchanges between locals and Traveler from elsewhere.
We will continue to THE historic shopping street, with lots of shops and stories about Things to do and the sociology of its inhabitants.
We will cross the bridge connecting the two historic hills of Lausanne. We will talk about the topography of Lausanne and the development of urban infrastructure to adapt to it.
The cathedral is THE iconic building of Lausanne. We discovered the stages and elements of its construction as well as the many historical events & anecdotes related to it. An outdoor tour of the esplanade with its panoramic view of the city and a short inside tour of the building are on the program.
The castle marks the northern limit of the city, at the top of the Cité hill. This place of power, past and present, is the ideal place to describe the political evolution of the city and canton in the Middle Ages and modern times. We will also get to know THE historical hero of the canton: Major DAVEL, key figure in the independence of the "Pays de Vaud".
This monumental neo-florentine palace is an important marker of the period of the Industrial Revolution and the emphasis on science, education and knowledge. We will walk through it to see its different spaces and tell the key historical elements that took place there.
This square is THE central heart of the city, a privileged place for meetings, commercial and political Things to do in Lausanne. We will discuss its strategic positioning, anecdotes about local life and the citizens' lives. This step can be the last one according to your desires. We can leave at this strategic location, with Tips for Things to Do or Other Later for the rest of your trip.
OPTIONAL-ACCORDING TO YOUR DESIRES This district is the new hub of Lausanne, between Transport, Shops & Things to Do and Nightlife. This old industrial district has been completely renovated in the 21st century. Its history is rich and marked a decisive stage in the historical development of Lausanne during the Swiss industrial revolution, between the 19th and 20th centuries. We can leave at this strategic location, with Tips for Things to Do or Other Later for the rest of your trip.
OPTIONAL PAID ( + 5 CHF/pers) according to desires This historic café and recreation area is a magnificent building, located on a hill overlooking Lake Geneva and a magnificent view. If you want to finish the tour with a drink (to buy by yourself) and on a more informal moment , I would be happy to take a moment to relax with you, to give advice on additional Things to do, other information or just enjoy the rest of the day.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Let's meet you outside Starbucks. I'll usually wear a straw hat.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Tour guidée avec Kilian, guide local indépendant
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Lausanne
- Its from-price is 56% below the median of the 74 experiences we list in Lausanne.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 31 of 74.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Lausanne
Lausanne is a hillside city on Lake Geneva, home of the Olympic movement, with a Gothic cathedral, vineyard terraces nearby and a lakeside quay at Ouchy.
Lausanne climbs steeply from the north shore of Lake Geneva, with the old town and its Gothic cathedral on the upper hill and the lakeside district of Ouchy below. The International Olympic Committee has been based in the city since 1915, and the Olympic Museum stands on the lakefront in a park of sculpture. A small metro runs up the slope between the lake and the station.
Top-ranked sights in Lausanne: Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musée Olympique), La Maison du Gruyère, HR Giger Museum (Musée HR Giger).
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