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Activities for children in Martigny

Nestled at the bend of the Rhône, where the valley tilts towards the great Alpine passes, Martigny is a Valais town with a strong character. Its rich Roman past, lively squares, and position as a crossroads make it an ideal stop for families exploring Valais. It is easily accessible by train or car, and everything is within reach.

What parents appreciate is the variety: in Martigny, a day can combine the discovery of a living museum, a big breath of fresh air in an adventure park, and a quieter moment with animals. Both toddlers and older children find their happiness here, and the weather is never an obstacle thanks to the many indoor activities.

Easily accessible from Lausanne, Sion, or Geneva, well-served by the CFF and close to the highways, Martigny is suitable for both a day trip and a long weekend. This page brings together a selection of activities for children in Martigny, to help you plan a day that suits your family.

Our selection of family activities to do in Martigny

Discover the 13 activities in Martigny

Indoor activities

Under cover when the weather turns.
Illustration du cinema Corso a Martigny, entree eclairee et affiches, avenue arboree et montagnes au crepuscule Corso Cinema in Martigny: the town’s second family hall
Martigny, Valais 4-16 years

Looking for a family cinema outing in Martigny? The Corso Cinema, on Avenue du Grand-Saint-Bernard, is the Cinérive group’s second hall in town. Big films, an attractive family deal and easy access: a simple outing, in any weather.

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Illustration du cinema Casino a Martigny, facade eclairee et affiches, rue avec gare et montagnes au crepuscule Casino Cinema in Martigny: the big screen a stone’s throw from the station
Martigny, Valais 4-16 years

Looking for an easy family cinema outing in Martigny? The Casino Cinema, on Avenue de la Gare, shows the big films of the moment and offers an attractive family deal. A stone’s throw from the station, it is a simple and reliable outing, in any weather.

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Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity
Martigny, Valais 4-14 years

A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.

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ValaisFun: laser tag and inflatable park traveling in Valais ValaisFun: laser tag and inflatable park traveling in Valais
Martigny, Valais 3-16 years

An inflatable park and laser tag that move from town to town in Valais. A simple idea to get active, let off steam, and play as a team during an outing, a birthday, or a weekend.

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Épicentre, leisure and culture center in Martigny for creative afternoons Épicentre, leisure and culture center in Martigny for creative afternoons
Martigny, Valais 3-12 years

In Martigny, the Épicentre brings together workshops, games, and cultural moments designed for families. A friendly place to spark children's curiosity and share quality time.

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Monstrofun, indoor play park in Martigny Monstrofun, indoor play park in Martigny
Martigny, Valais 2-12 years

A large indoor playground in Martigny where children can let off steam safely, regardless of the weather. Ideal for moving, climbing, and sharing a moment with family.

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The Automobile Museum in Martigny: a trip that rolls The Automobile Museum in Martigny: a trip that rolls
Martigny, Valais 4-16 years

In Martigny, the Automobile Museum of the Pierre Gianadda Foundation amazes young and old alike. A stroll among vintage cars that tell the story of mobility.

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Pierre Gianadda Foundation in Martigny: art, cars, and sculpture garden Pierre Gianadda Foundation in Martigny: art, cars, and sculpture garden
Martigny, Valais 3-15 years

In Martigny, the Pierre Gianadda Foundation combines major exhibitions, a Gallo-Roman museum, vintage cars, and a sculpture garden. A calm and curious outing, perfect for families all year round.

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Outdoor activities

Fresh air, forests, lakes and mountains.
Illustration of the Municipal Pool of Martigny, outdoor swimming pools Municipal Pool of Martigny: the great summer swimming for families
Martigny, Valais

Looking for a swimming day that appeals to the whole tribe, from toddlers to teens? The Municipal Pool of Martigny features a large pool, a giant wading pool, a slide, and spacious shaded lawns. Let us take you to discover this large outdoor complex, in the heart of Valais.

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ValaisFun: laser tag and inflatable park traveling in Valais ValaisFun: laser tag and inflatable park traveling in Valais
Martigny, Valais 3-16 years

An inflatable park and laser tag that move from town to town in Valais. A simple idea to get active, let off steam, and play as a team during an outing, a birthday, or a weekend.

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Le Baladeur, a small tourist train in Martigny Le Baladeur, a small tourist train in Martigny
Martigny, Valais Until 12 years

A ride on the little train to discover Martigny without getting tired. Perfect with children, among works of art, Roman ruins, and lovely viewpoints. Simple, gentle, and informative.

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Western City – Western Park & Family Adventures Western City – Western Park & Family Adventures
Martigny, Valais 3-12 years

Feeling like a big bowl of adventure in the style of the Wild West? Western City offers a family theme park in French-speaking Switzerland, perfect for a half-day getaway with ponies, games, and challenges.

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Pierre Gianadda Foundation in Martigny: art, cars, and sculpture garden Pierre Gianadda Foundation in Martigny: art, cars, and sculpture garden
Martigny, Valais 3-15 years

In Martigny, the Pierre Gianadda Foundation combines major exhibitions, a Gallo-Roman museum, vintage cars, and a sculpture garden. A calm and curious outing, perfect for families all year round.

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Barryland in Martigny: museum and Saint Bernard dogs with family Barryland in Martigny: museum and Saint Bernard dogs with family
Martigny, Valais 2-14 years

In Martigny, Barryland brings together a living museum and adorable Saint Bernard dogs. A gentle and educational outing to discover alpine history and get close to these big-hearted heroes.

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Around Martigny

Less than 15 minutes away, in neighbouring towns.
Illustration of the outdoor pool in Verbier facing the Alps Outdoor swimming pool in Verbier: mountain swimming all summer long
Verbier, Valais

Want to take a swim at high altitude with the kids? The outdoor pool in Verbier welcomes you all summer long in the heart of the Valais resort: a large pool, a water play area for the little ones, and a terrace in the fresh air, at 1500 m altitude.

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Illustration of the Lavey Baths, outdoor thermal pool facing the Chablais mountains Les Bains de Lavey: the large thermal bath for families in the Chablais
Lavey-les-Bains, Vaud

Want to enjoy a warm outing, even when the cold wind blows over Chablais? At Les Bains de Lavey, in Lavey-les-Bains, your children can splash around in naturally warm thermal water, both outside and inside, at the foot of the mountains. The largest thermal center in French-speaking Switzerland quickly becomes a family outing that you'll want to repeat.

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Illustration of the Pissevache waterfall in Vernayaz: high waterfall by the roadside, family observing from a viewpoint, mountains of Valais Pissevache Waterfall in Vernayaz: 116 meters of drop at the roadside
Vernayaz, Valais

Want to see an impressive natural spectacle without walking for hours? In Vernayaz, the Pissevache waterfall cascades from nearly 116 meters right by the road, just a stone's throw from Martigny. A refreshing and free stop, perfect for breaking up a trip in Valais and dazzling the kids.

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Illustration of the Trient Gorges in Vernayaz: wooden walkways along the wall above the torrent, family visiting, narrow canyon of Valais Trient Gorges in Vernayaz: a canyon on walkways for the family
Vernayaz, Valais From 4 years

What if you offered your children a dive into a dizzying canyon, on wooden walkways clinging to the rock? In Vernayaz, just a stone's throw from the train station, the Gorges du Trient plunge into a narrow crevice where the torrent roars. A short, refreshing, and spectacular visit, perfect in the height of summer.

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Giant's Cave and Giant's Head in Saillon – a little family adventure Cave of the Giants and Head of the Giant in Saillon
Saillon, Valais 5-12 years

A easy walk in Saillon (VS) combining a natural cave and a spectacular viewpoint. Free, short, and fun, perfect for sparking the curiosity of children from spring to autumn.

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EscapeWorld Vernayaz: an escape game that brings the whole family together in Valais EscapeWorld Vernayaz: an escape game that brings the whole family together in Valais
Vernayaz, Valais 8-16 years

Looking for a team game that breaks the routine? In Vernayaz, EscapeWorld offers immersive scenarios perfect for a clever, fun, and bonding moment with your children.

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Evori.Fun Center in Saxon: a great indoor outing to move around with the family Evori.Fun Center in Saxon: a great indoor outing to move around with family
Saxon, Valais 3-14 years

In Saxon, Evori.Fun Center offers a large indoor space to exercise, climb, and laugh with family. Perfect when it rains, it's too hot, or to celebrate a birthday.

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VerticAlp Emosson with family in Finhaut (VS) VerticAlp Emosson with family in Finhaut (VS)
Le Châtelard, Valais 3-14 years

Three little mountain trains, a mythical dam, and views of Mont Blanc: VerticAlp Emosson is a spectacular outing accessible to curious families.

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Activities by budget

A day out without breaking the bank, or a treat.
Illustration of the Municipal Pool of Martigny, outdoor swimming pools Municipal Pool of Martigny: the great summer swimming for families
Martigny, Valais

Looking for a swimming day that appeals to the whole tribe, from toddlers to teens? The Municipal Pool of Martigny features a large pool, a giant wading pool, a slide, and spacious shaded lawns. Let us take you to discover this large outdoor complex, in the heart of Valais.

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Illustration du cinema Corso a Martigny, entree eclairee et affiches, avenue arboree et montagnes au crepuscule Corso Cinema in Martigny: the town’s second family hall
Martigny, Valais 4-16 years

Looking for a family cinema outing in Martigny? The Corso Cinema, on Avenue du Grand-Saint-Bernard, is the Cinérive group’s second hall in town. Big films, an attractive family deal and easy access: a simple outing, in any weather.

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Illustration du cinema Casino a Martigny, facade eclairee et affiches, rue avec gare et montagnes au crepuscule Casino Cinema in Martigny: the big screen a stone’s throw from the station
Martigny, Valais 4-16 years

Looking for an easy family cinema outing in Martigny? The Casino Cinema, on Avenue de la Gare, shows the big films of the moment and offers an attractive family deal. A stone’s throw from the station, it is a simple and reliable outing, in any weather.

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Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity
Martigny, Valais 4-14 years

A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.

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ValaisFun: laser tag and inflatable park traveling in Valais ValaisFun: laser tag and inflatable park traveling in Valais
Martigny, Valais 3-16 years

An inflatable park and laser tag that move from town to town in Valais. A simple idea to get active, let off steam, and play as a team during an outing, a birthday, or a weekend.

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Épicentre, leisure and culture center in Martigny for creative afternoons Épicentre, leisure and culture center in Martigny for creative afternoons
Martigny, Valais 3-12 years

In Martigny, the Épicentre brings together workshops, games, and cultural moments designed for families. A friendly place to spark children's curiosity and share quality time.

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The Automobile Museum in Martigny: a trip that rolls The Automobile Museum in Martigny: a trip that rolls
Martigny, Valais 4-16 years

In Martigny, the Automobile Museum of the Pierre Gianadda Foundation amazes young and old alike. A stroll among vintage cars that tell the story of mobility.

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Pierre Gianadda Foundation in Martigny: art, cars, and sculpture garden Pierre Gianadda Foundation in Martigny: art, cars, and sculpture garden
Martigny, Valais 3-15 years

In Martigny, the Pierre Gianadda Foundation combines major exhibitions, a Gallo-Roman museum, vintage cars, and a sculpture garden. A calm and curious outing, perfect for families all year round.

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EVA Martigny: the virtual reality arena that gets the whole family moving EVA Martigny: the virtual reality arena that gets the whole family moving
Martigny, Valais From 12 years

In Martigny, EVA offers a free VR arena where you can really move around. A fun and immersive outing for teens and parents, combining e-sport, cooperation, and controlled adrenaline.

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Why choose Martigny for a family outing?

Martigny has the rare quality of bringing together very different worlds in a small space. In just one day, you can go from culture to adventure, from animals to science, without ever feeling rushed. It’s a human-sized city, where parking is easy and distances remain short.

On the cultural side, the Pierre Gianadda Foundation is a must-visit institution: its exhibitions, park, and atmosphere are surprisingly well-suited for a family visit. Heritage enthusiasts can extend their experience at the Museum of Earth Sciences, which appeals to curious children interested in rocks, fossils, and the long history of the Alps, or at the Automobile Museum with its vintage vehicles that light up the eyes of both young and old.

Families who love animals will find a favorite spot at Barryland, the museum and space dedicated to the famous Saint Bernard dogs. Seeing these large companions up close, understanding their role as mountain rescuers, and learning their history is an experience that leaves a mark on children and fuels great conversations on the way back.

When the urge to expend energy strikes, Martigny offers plenty of options. Monstrofun, the indoor park, is perfect for letting children release their energy indoors, whether it’s raining or in the middle of winter. ValaisFun and Western City provide more themed playgrounds, while EVA offers a virtual reality break for older kids, eager for new sensations.

To take a breather between activities, Épicentre combines leisure and culture in one place, and Le Baladeur, the little tourist train, allows you to discover the city gently, seated at child height. It’s often the kind of simple moment that the youngest remember best.

Between heritage, fresh air, and sheltered activities, Martigny checks many boxes. You can easily create a balanced day, tailored to everyone's age and the weather, and leave with the desire to return to explore what you haven’t had time to see yet.