Lausanne Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital city of the canton of Vaud, Switzerland
About Lausanne
The city is the host to theInternational Olympic Committeeand two major universities. As you might expect the large student population makes for a lively nightlife and arts community, revolving around theFlon district. You'll also find a number of quality restaurants and two dozen museums of note, including theOlympic Museumand the offbeatCollection de l'Art Brut. Architecture buffs will find the best preservedGothic cathedralin Switzerland at the top of the town. Despite being a very international city (42% of its population in 2013 were foreign nationals), Lausanne is aFrench-speaking city. English is not as commonly spoken as inGenevaand you will probably have trouble communicating with an average person on the street. Most service-sector employees speak a little English however, and
Top Attractions in Lausanne
Explore the best things to see and do in Lausanne:
- ★Aquatis
- ★Arsenic
- ★Climb up the Cathedral Tower
- ★Collection de l'Art Brut
- ★Enjoy the lakefront of Ouchy
- ★Espace Arlaud
- ★Espace de Terreaux
- ★Explore The Old Town
Where to Eat in Lausanne
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Café de Grancy
- 🍴Café Saint Pierre
- 🍴Crêperie de la Chandeleur
- 🍴Eat Me
- 🍴Holy Cow!
- 🍴Java
Where to Stay in Lausanne
- 🏨ADA-Logements
- 🏨Beau-Rivage Palace
- 🏨Chateau d'Ouchy
- 🏨Hôtel City
- 🏨Hotel Continental
- 🏨Hôtel des Voyageurs
Lausanne Travel Guide Sections
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