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Lausanne 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Lausanne grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Lake Geneva · Nature·Museums & galleries

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  1. Morning
    Lake Geneva

    Nature

    A lake straddling the border between Switzerland and France, one of the largest lakes in Central Europe. From May to September, a fountain shoots high into the sky, making it a nice place to stop for a stroll.

  2. After lunch
    Venoge

    Nature · 6.4 km from the previous stop

    A river flowing through the canton of Vaud that reaches the Rhône via Lake Geneva. It's also known through a poem by Swiss poet Jean Villard dedicated to the river.

  3. Afternoon
    Morges Castle

    Museums & galleries · 3.3 km from the previous stop

    A medieval castle in Morges, near Lausanne, designated as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. Here you can take a close look at the castle's exterior and structure, steeped in a long history.

  4. Evening
    Lousonna

    Heritage & monuments · 8.1 km from the previous stop

    An ancient Roman settlement that once stood on this site before Lausanne was founded. It's a historic spot worth visiting to trace the city's roots.

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DAY 2

Around Olympic Museum · Museums & galleries·Parks & gardens

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  1. Morning
    Olympic Museum

    Museums & galleries

    Located in the lakeside Ouchy district of Lausanne, Switzerland, this museum is dedicated to sport and the Olympics. Its collection of over ten thousand exhibits traces the history and stories of the modern Olympic Games.

  2. After lunch
    Place de la Palud

    Parks & gardens · 1.2 km from the previous stop

    A cobblestone square in Lausanne's old town, surrounded by historic buildings that make for a pleasant stroll through the city's old-world charm.

  3. Afternoon
    Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts

    Museums & galleries · 0.6 km from the previous stop

    An art museum located in downtown Lausanne. Visitors can view a variety of works, including paintings and sculptures.

  4. Evening
    Photo Elysée

    Museums & galleries · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    A photography museum in Lausanne that has showcased a wide range of photographic works since it was founded in 1985. Well worth visiting if you're interested in photography.

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DAY 3

Around Lausanne Cathedral · Temples & religious sites·Museums & galleries

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  1. Morning
    Lausanne Cathedral

    Temples & religious sites

    A Reformed cathedral in Lausanne, Switzerland, belonging to the Evangelical Reformed Church of the Canton of Vaud. It stands as one of the city's defining landmarks, with historic architecture visitors can explore up close.

  2. After lunch
    Cantonal Museum of Archeology and History

    Museums & galleries · 0.2 km from the previous stop

    This history museum is located in Lausanne, the capital of the canton of Vaud, and traces the region's long history through archaeological artifacts. It's a great place to gain deeper insight into local culture while visiting Lausanne.

  3. Afternoon
    Palais de Rumine

    Castles & palaces · 0 km from the previous stop

    A late 19th-century building in downtown Lausanne, striking for its grand Florentine Renaissance facade. It's well worth a look while strolling through the city center.

  4. Evening
    Cantonal museum of Zoology, Lausanne

    Museums & galleries · 0 km from the previous stop

    A zoology exhibition space located inside the Palais de Rumine in Lausanne. It's a good stop for travelers interested in natural history.

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Around Lake Geneva, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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