Museums & Culture
Lausanne, a cultural city on the shores of Lake Geneva, is a true paradise for art and culture enthusiasts. The city captivates visitors with its diverse range of museums, exhibitions and historic sites. Here, you’ll find countless opportunities to experience Swiss culture up close.
Art, design and history – all in one place!
Olympic Museum
At the Olympic Museum, you can explore the entire history of the Olympic Games through interactive exhibitions – a must-see for sports and culture enthusiasts.
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MCBA
At the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts (MCBA), you can admire masterpieces ranging from classical works to contemporary creations in the ‘Plateforme 10’ cultural quarter.
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mudac
The mudac invites you to explore fascinating exhibitions dedicated to contemporary design, jewellery and glass.
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Olympic Museum
At the Olympic Museum, you can explore the entire history of the Olympic Games through interactive exhibitions – a must-see for sports and culture enthusiasts.
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MCBA
At the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts (MCBA), you can admire masterpieces ranging from classical works to contemporary creations in the ‘Plateforme 10’ cultural quarter.
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The mudac invites you to explore fascinating exhibitions dedicated to contemporary design, jewellery and glass.
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Photo Elysée
At the Musée Photo Élysée, you’ll discover a world dedicated to photography, with over 1.2 million images and fascinating temporary exhibitions.
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Cantonal Museum of Archaeology and History
The Cantonal Museum of Archaeology and History takes you on a journey through the history of the canton of Vaud, from prehistoric times to the present day.
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Lausanne Vidy Roman Museum
The museum, located right next to the campsite, offers a vivid insight into daily life in the Roman town of ‘Lousonna’ on the shores of Lake Geneva. Come and see the archaeological remains up close.
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Photo Elysée
At the Musée Photo Élysée, you’ll discover a world dedicated to photography, with over 1.2 million images and fascinating temporary exhibitions.
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Lausanne Vidy Roman Museum
The museum, located right next to the campsite, offers a vivid insight into daily life in the Roman town of ‘Lousonna’ on the shores of Lake Geneva. Come and see the archaeological remains up close.
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The Cantonal Museum of Archaeology and History takes you on a journey through the history of the canton of Vaud, from prehistoric times to the present day.
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Lausanne History Museum
The Lausanne History Museum will introduce you to the city through fascinating exhibitions and the famous model dating from 1638.
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Naturéum
At the Naturéum, you’ll be immersed in geology, zoology and botany, including a magnificent botanical garden.
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Capitole: The House of Cinema
The Capitole is Switzerland’s largest historic cinema, an architectural gem and a unique example of the golden age of cinema. The cinema shop offers a wide selection of film-related merchandise. The Swiss Film Archive is located in Penthaz, just outside the city.
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Naturéum
At the Naturéum, you’ll be immersed in geology, zoology and botany, including a magnificent botanical garden.
Find out moreLausanne History Museum
The Lausanne History Museum will introduce you to the city through fascinating exhibitions and the famous model dating from 1638.
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Capitole: The House of Cinema
The Capitole is Switzerland’s largest historic cinema, an architectural gem and a unique example of the golden age of cinema. The cinema shop offers a wide selection of film-related merchandise. The Swiss Film Archive is located in Penthaz, just outside the city.
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