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.

A skatepark, a basketball court, a synthetic football pitch, an athletics track and a table tennis table, all free and with no booking? In the centre of Savigny, the outdoor sports facilities are openly accessible, right beside the Forum playground.

A walk where you scan QR codes to watch video capsules about the history of the village? Savigny has laid out a documented trail for its 200th anniversary, with 8 relay points. Be warned, it is a big 16.7 km loop: with children, it is better discovered section by section.

Fancy a short walk that ends in a real discovery? North of Savigny, the Étang du Gresaley hides on the edge of the bois du Grand-Jorat. An observation deck lets you watch the water and the reeds, and a picnic table awaits the snack. Free, a few minutes from the car park.

North of Savigny, towards Mollie-Margot and the Jorat forest, the Collège du Jorat playground was given a crow's nest with a slide in 2024. With its swing and its spring-mounted duck, it is the stop for families in the upper part of the commune. Free.

Do you live or pass through the Claie-aux-Moines area? The la Guéta and Eden Roc playground, with its playhouse and its climbing wall, is the neighbourhood stop to know west of Savigny. Free, openly accessible, and served by a school bus stop.

The newest playground in Savigny? It is the one on the chemin de la Verne, entirely demolished and then rebuilt. A big boat, a large swing, a balance grove, a drinking fountain and black locust furniture, all behind a new fence. Free.

Looking for a quiet playground for young children in Savigny? Behind the Ancien collège, away from the road, a play combination, a moving balance snake and a climbing wall keep the little ones busy. Free, and the village toy library is a step away.

A playground in the village centre, with a skatepark and a multisports court right next door? On the Place du Forum in Savigny, children climb the towers and the climbing tree while parents settle at the picnic table. Free and open all year round.