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263 activities for children
Le Capitole Cinema in Lausanne: the biggest screen in Switzerland, for families
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.
Pathé Flon Cinema in Lausanne: big films, 3D and a children’s club
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.
Pathé Les Galeries Cinema in Lausanne: the cinema between station and centre
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.
Zinéma in Lausanne: the city’s smallest cinema, child-sized
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.
Cinéma Bellevaux in Lausanne: neighbourhood art-house with Ciné-Junior
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.
Cinéma CityClub in Pully: the neighbourhood cinema that starts from age 2
Fancy a warm neighbourhood cinema that also thinks of toddlers? The CityClub, in Pully, is a hybrid venue between an art-house cinema and a concert stage. With its P'tit CityClub, it offers screenings from age 2-3 and inclusive screenings. A lovely family address by the lake.
Cinéma Cinétoile in Prilly: the family multiplex at Malley Lumières
Fancy a big, easy-to-reach cinema, perfect for a family outing? The Cinétoile, at the Malley Lumières centre in Prilly, lines up six modern screens and hosts the La Lanterne Magique children’s club. Metro and station at the foot of the building: handy in any weather.
Cinéma Astor in Vevey: a Belle Époque hall for the whole family
Fancy a cinema outing in a hall full of charm, a stone’s throw from Vevey station? The Astor, with its single large Belle Époque-inspired hall, shows the big films of the moment and fine events. An elegant, easy family outing, in any weather.
