Activities for children in Lausanne

Fancy a warm neighbourhood cinema that also programmes for children? Cinéma Bellevaux, an association-run art-house cinema since 1959, offers films off the beaten track and a young-audience date, Ciné-Junior, during the school holidays. A lovely address, in any weather.

Fancy a truly intimate cinema screening, far from the big multiplexes? The Zinéma, the smallest cinema in Lausanne with its two tiny screens and its café-bar, cultivates a living-room feel. An independent neighbourhood cinema, to discover as a family for a change from the big halls.

Fancy a cinema outing a stone’s throw from the station, right in the centre of Lausanne? The Pathé Les Galeries, with its eight screens, gives pride of place to original-version films and major titles from every country. Easy to reach on foot, perfect for a family screening in any weather.

Fancy a big film as a family, in the heart of the trendy Flon district? The Pathé Flon, the only 3D cinema in Lausanne with its seven screens, shows the big hits of the moment and even hosts the La Lanterne Magique club for children. On the most central metro stop, perfect in any weather.

What if you took your children to the largest cinema still in operation in Switzerland? Le Capitole, a 1928 Art Deco gem renovated and reopened in 2024, is the “House of Cinema” of the Cinémathèque suisse, right in the heart of Lausanne. A cultural, awe-inspiring outing, magical in any weather.

An indoor skatepark in the heart of Lausanne, perfect for discovering or progressing in skateboarding, scootering, or BMX, sheltered from the weather. Urban, safe, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Looking for a team challenge with your kids? The Door offers immersive escape games, perfect for cooperating, thinking, and laughing together, no matter the weather.

An interactive museum in Lausanne where families explore the body, health, and sciences. Fun exhibits, workshops, and hands-on activities to awaken curiosity and critical thinking.

What if you offered your children the longest slide in Lausanne? At Malley-Pyramides, a giant slide of 24 meters winds down at the foot of a wooded hill, surrounded by swings and a vine carousel. A recent playground, free and accessible by metro. Shall we take you there?

Want a great outdoor outing just steps from the center of Lausanne? The playground at Lake Sauvabelin, nestled at the edge of the forest by the lake, is the largest in the city. A tubular slide, zip line, nest swing, and trunk structures await children, all for free.

What if your children became fishermen for an afternoon? In Lausanne, by Lake Geneva, the Vidy playground features a real little fishing village with its stilt huts and sand. A free outdoor outing designed for the little ones.

Are you looking for a playground that keeps children entertained for hours without spending a dime? The playground in Milan, located in the heart of the Milan park in Lausanne, ticks all the boxes: an iconic cat tower, endless water and sand games, hammocks, and a slackline.

And what if, without leaving Lausanne, your children could jump into real waves? At Montchoisi, the outdoor pool activates its wave machine several times each afternoon, in a large 50 m pool. Between the wading pool for the little ones and the lawn for picnicking, you can easily spend the day there with your family.

Are you looking for a large free playground in Lausanne, outdoors and just a stone's throw from the lake? The Vallée de la Jeunesse features its famous tunnel slides on hills, a maritime corner for the little ones, and a rose garden to stroll through. There's plenty to keep the whole family occupied for a good part of the afternoon.

Are you looking for a quieter spot by the shore than the large beach of Vidy to lay down your towel with family? The Plage de la Voile d'Or, in Lausanne, on the west side of Bellerive and very close to the Théâtre de Vidy, offers a lawn by the lake and free swimming in Lake Geneva, just a stone's throw from the city.

Want to get the whole family out on the lake in Lausanne? At Ouchy and Vidy, pedalo rental puts you on Lake Geneva within minutes: you pedal, sometimes slide down a little chute, and the children love taking the helm. A simple, refreshing summer outing — no booking required.

Want a day of swimming close to Lausanne? The Piscine de la Fleur-de-Lys in Prilly welcomes you from May to September with its renovated pools, diving boards, and large lawn. A conveniently accessible spot, perfect for cooling off the whole family as soon as the nice days arrive.

And what if your children took the helm of a pirate ship facing Lake Geneva? By the water, near the landing stage, the playground at the Port de Pully combines a large wooden structure, sand, and gravel in an exceptional setting. A public and free playground, perfect for a family break.

Want a day of swimming with family by Lake Geneva? The Piscine du Parc, in Morges, features its outdoor pools between the lawn and the shore, from mid-May to mid-September. A large pool for swimmers, a non-swimmer pool for the little ones: who will get in the water first?

Fancy a cinema outing as a family? In Cossonay, the Cinéma Casino, a 156-seat hall, hosts the La Lanterne Magique club for ages 6-12 and La Petite Lanterne for ages 4-6. Real films on the big screen, at a child's level.

Fancy a family game of bowling near Lausanne? In Échandens, the Bowling Miami lines up 26 lanes with ramps and bumpers for children, billiards, arcade games and a restaurant. A friendly indoor outing, ideal whatever the weather.

Fancy an hour of puzzles as a family in Morges? At the Les Charpentiers shopping centre, Escape World offers three escape-game rooms to solve mysteries as a team before the clock runs out. An indoor outing full of suspense, whatever the weather.

Fancy discovering Morges without tiring little legs? From April to October, the tourist train offers a Town Tour and a Vineyard Tour, departing from the landing stage. A 45-minute seated ride, ideal for families, between lake, old town and vineyards.

Fancy a journey back in time with the children? In the heart of Morges, the Musée Alexis Forel, set in a fine 16th-century townhouse, holds a collection of antique dolls, games and toys. A gentle, curious cultural outing, free for children.