Rex Cinema in Aubonne: the village cinema that loves kids

A village cinema like they don’t make anymore

In the heart of Aubonne’s old town, the Rex is one of those human-scale venues with the charm of a true neighbourhood cinema. Set on the Grande-Rue, it is an independent cinema run by a passionate association, often considered the region’s only permanent cultural venue. You come as a local, you cross paths with volunteers, and you settle into a cosy auditorium for a family screening. Far from the bustle of the big complexes, the Rex keeps a warm atmosphere that appeals to parents and children alike. A lovely place to introduce the youngest to the big screen.

What your children will discover

The Rex regularly programmes young-audience films in French: animated features and family hits, to enjoy comfortably on the big screen. For children, the venue goes further with two film clubs. La Petite Lanterne welcomes 4- to 6-year-olds to discover short films with a parent or grandparent, while La Lanterne Magique offers 6- to 12-year-olds a season of guided screenings, designed to learn how to watch a film while having fun. Enough to turn a simple outing into a real first taste of film-going.

What you do there and the atmosphere on site

Here, there are no endless queues or never-ending corridors: you buy your ticket, sometimes from a volunteer, and step into an auditorium with a family feel. Beyond the family screenings, the Rex brings the village to life with varied events such as previews, the « Docs du lundi » or screenings designed for seniors. It is a place where you take your time, ideal for a rainy Wednesday afternoon or a quiet weekend outing.

Before you go

• Recommended age: from 4 years (La Petite Lanterne from 4, La Lanterne Magique for ages 6–12)
• Duration: allow 1.5 to 2 hours depending on the film
• Price: CHF 15 adult, CHF 13 child (up to 16), CHF 7 for the second child; CHF 2 surcharge for 3D screenings
• Children’s clubs: La Lanterne Magique season pass at CHF 40 for 9 screenings (CHF 30 for the second child)
• Booking: tickets online at advance-ticket.ch or at the box office
• Transport: Aubonne station on the BAM railway line (Bière–Apples–Morges)
• Best season: all year round, and especially on rainy days

Tips from parents

• Check the recommended age of the film showing before booking, especially for the youngest.
• For a real routine, consider the La Lanterne Magique pass: screenings take place on Wednesday afternoons.
• Arrive a little early to choose your seats and settle the children in calmly.
• For 3D, plan for the small surcharge for the glasses.
• The programme changes every week: check it directly on the cinema’s website.

Useful information

• Address: Grande-Rue 25, 1170 Aubonne
• Official website: rexaubonne.ch
• Phone: 021 808 53 55
• Opening hours: according to the current programme (check the official website)
• Getting there: Aubonne station (BAM Morges–Bière line), regional buses and town-centre car parks

Why we recommend it

Because the Rex embodies everything we love about a family cinema outing: a human-scale auditorium, a warm welcome and genuine attention to young audiences, with its Lanterne Magique clubs. It is the perfect place to give your children their first great cinema memories, without the stress of the multiplexes.

In a nutshell

An independent, endearing village cinema that spoils children with screenings and clubs designed just for them. A safe bet on La Côte, in any weather.