What to do and see in Montreux, Canton of Vaud: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

April 5, 2022 Almeta Stockton

Jazz aficionados know Montreux as the home of the famed jazz festival. And where else will you find a statue of Queen lead singer Freddie Mercury? But even those who aren't music fans will find respite in this resort town on the Swiss Riviera: The wineries here are world renowned, the Chateau de Chillon is an impressive example of a medieval castle and the views of the Dents-du-Midi are breathtaking. Walk on the lake promenade, ride the cogwheel train or wander Old Montreux to taste its Edwardian flavor.
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1. Swiss Riviera Tour : Lausanne, Montreux & Chateau Chillon

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Explore the beautiful Swiss cities of Lausanne and Montreux on this relaxing and scenic day trip from Geneva. You’ll drive through the beautiful Swiss countryside, enjoy free time in Lausanne and Montreux, and take a tour of the famous Château de Chillon, a stunning castle that sits on Lake Geneva. This truly memorable trip highlights the very best of the Swiss Riviera. You can also choose to take a boat cruise between two cities.

Inclusions: Private vehicle and driver for 9 hours., Door to door transport from Geneva to the Swiss Riviera and return using executive style mini bus with air conditioning, Wi-fi & bottled water., Add on Package Options available

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance tickets to the attractions (Chateau and Olympic Museum), Boat cruise Tickets (if you would like to take a boat cruise)

Reviewed By WilliamCarruthers111

Looking down on the people they looked like ants Had a lovely picnic by the side of the mountain And the children built a snowman ⛄️ Well worth the trip One tip take a flask and a wee dram of whiskey as the wind was a chiller to the bones.

2. Freddie Tour (Extended)

Rue Alexandre-Emery 1, 1820 Montreux, Switzerland Freddie Mercury Statue
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An extended version of the Freddie Tour. A more complete itinerary with more places, stories, pictures and anecdotes to discover. - Accompanied by a guide - Multilingual audio guide - Duration about 2h30 - Easy walk of 2 kilometer Through fascinating anecdotes and stories about the life of the legendary superstar, archive pictures, but also testimonials of Peter Freestone, his personal assistant for more than 10 years, you will expand your musical background during a pleasant walk along the lakeside of Montreux. Meeting place: in front of the "Montreux Jazz Festival" sign of the (2m2c) Montreux Convention Centre.

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Reviewed By Karl L

Queen had a recording studio in Montreux so no surprises that there is a statue on Lake Geneva to Freddie Mercury which is also the cover of their last album after he died. Just along the waterfront so get along and watch people leave flowers and love notes to the man himself!!

3. Freddie Tour

Marché Couvert, Place du Marché, 1820 Montreux, Switzerland Freddie Mercury Statue
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Our guided tours offers you an original way to discover the rich musical past of the city and the strong attachment that Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of the band Queen, had with Montreux. - Accompanied by a guide - Multilingual audio guide - Duration about 1h - Easy walk of 1 kilometer Through fascinating anecdotes and stories about the life of the legendary superstar, archive pictures, but also testimonials of Peter Freestone, his personal assistant for more than 10 years, you will expand your musical background during a pleasant walk along the lakeside of Montreux. Meeting place: under the Montreux "Covered Market", behind the bus stop, "Montreux Marché".

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Reviewed By Karl L

Queen had a recording studio in Montreux so no surprises that there is a statue on Lake Geneva to Freddie Mercury which is also the cover of their last album after he died. Just along the waterfront so get along and watch people leave flowers and love notes to the man himself!!

4. Day Trip to Montreux and Château de Chillon from Geneva

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Explore the lovely city of Montreux on this day trip from Geneva. Travel through the Swiss countryside on your way to Montreux, which has an idyllic location between Lake Geneva and the base of the Alps. See Château de Chillon, a gorgeous medieval castle set on a small island in the lake. Take some free time to explore Montreux before returning to Geneva.

Inclusions: Bus ride, Driver Guide, Free time in Corsier sur Vevey, Visit of the castle of Chillon, Chaplin's world

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

5. Private trip from Geneva to Montreux through Lausanne

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Explore two Swiss cities on a one-day private trip departing from your accommodation in Geneva accompanied by English speaking driver-guide to discover the Swiss Riviera: Montreux & Lausanne.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/guide at your disposal, Geneva Hotel pick-up & drop-off, WiFi on board, Bottled water

Exclusions: Entry tickets to Lausanne Olympic Museum, Ticket for a boat trip to Montreux, Entry tickets to Chillon Castle

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6. Day Trip to Montreux, Chaplin's World Museum and Chillon Castle

Geneva Bus Station, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland KeyTours S.A.
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Spend a memorable day in the Swiss riviera! Explore the beautiful villages and towns in the unique region on the relaxing day. Drive through the beautiful Swiss countryside, Visit the Lavaux UNESCO vineyards, a protected sites called the land of the 3 suns. Experience Chaplin's World, the manor Charlie use to live transformed in a museum by Grévin artist. Embark on an extraordinary adventure across time and through the magical world of cinema. Throught three different spaces, be prepared to be moved by one of the most surprising artists of the 20th century. Ride an old steamer boat for a first class ride until Chillon castle: most visited castle in Switzerland from the 12th century. Spend your last hour in Montreux for free time and shopping. Feel the atmosphere of the jazz festival and capture Queen's studio recors as it used to be. Be amazed by the vegetation of the swiss riviera, unique because of its micro climat.

Inclusions: Bus ride, Visit of Chaplin’s world, Aperitif: local products will be offered for a tasting, 1st class cruise on an old steamer boat, Visit of Montreux, Chillon castle, Bottled water, Driver Guide

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

7. Winter Riviera , Montreux, Château de Chillon, and Chaplin's World from Geneva

Geneva Bus Station, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland KeyTours S.A.
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Fall in love with the wonderful views of the Swiss riviera, the Alps Mountains and Geneva lake. Ride our comfortable coach from Geneva and Board on an extraordinary adventure, across time, and through the magical world of cinema. Prepare to be moved by one of the most surprising artists of the 20th century through the sets of his greatest films at our Hollywoodstyle Studio. Enjoy a ride through the World heritage site of Lavaux, protected by UNESCO, a vineyard region with terraces. Arrive at the castle of Chillon and visit for an hour this historical place. This medieval fortress has a beautiful location on a small island in the far western end of Lake Geneva. Your last stop will be in the Artistic and famous city of Montreux, feel the good vibes of this well-known tourist resort before to ride back to Geneva.

Inclusions: Coach transport, Driver Guide, Chaplin's world by Grévin, Chillon castle, Photo stop in Lavaux Unesco site, Free time in Montreux, Queen's mountain studio, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

8. Lausanne, Vevey, Montreux and Chillon Castle Private Riviera tour

Place Dorcière, 1201 Genève, Switzerland KeyTours S.A.

Fall in love with the Swiss riviera sceneries around the Leman Lake. Drive through the Vaud countryside, arriving at Vevey, discover Chapin’s world: a site dedicated to Charlie Chaplin, the artist and the man. Board on an extraordinary adventure, across time, and through the magical world of cinema. Prepare to be moved by one of the most surprising artists of the 20th century through the sets of his greatest films at our Hollywood-style Studio. Enjoy a ride through the World heritage site of Lavaux: vineyard terraces with stunning views over Lake Geneva and the Alps. In the afternoon, you will arrive to the Castle of Chillon, this medieval fortress is located on a beautiful small island. You enter the Middle Ages as you cross the little castle’s covered bridge into its walled courtyards. Then discover the Artistic and famous city of Montreux, feel the good vibes of this well known tourist resort before to ride back to Geneva.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by private vehicle, Chaplin's world, Chillon castle, Visit of Montreux, Visit of the Lavaux unesco site, Snacks, Guide for more than 10 people or driver guide for small groups

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

9. Best of Montreux in 60 minutes - Discover the city with a Local

Place du Marché 4, 1820 Montreux, Switzerland LocalBini - Your European peer2peer platform for Experiences by Locals

This Experience is offered by a private local. You only have an hour to fall in love with Montreux? Challenge accepted! Discover Montreux during a short but sweet excursion during which you will learn the most intriguing facts about the history, the local lifestyle, and the contemporary transformation of the city. We will meet by the statue of Freddie Mercury and go on our stroll from there :-) By seeing Montreux through the eyes of a local, discover what the everyday life looks like and find out where the city gets its characteristic ambience from. While walking through Montreux, you will discover its parks, monuments, and historical architecture with a local, so this is also your chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants, and bars to visit during your time here, and find out how to make the most out of your visit. This is the perfect Experience for someone visiting the city for the first time or for someone that wants to rediscover it!

Inclusions: A Local that wants to show you his city!

Exclusions: Food, drinks or snacks, Personal expenses during the Experience

Reviewed By Fenton2018

Our guide, Florence, was very pleasant & knowledgeable. Communication was excellent & the walking tour was most enjoyable & we got to see all the highlights. We can highly recommend it to anyone visiting Basel

10. Day trip from Zermatt to Bern via Gruyere

Parking Kiosk Urania, Spissstrasse 72, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland Alphubel AG Taxi & Limousine Service

Ihr ganz privates Fahrzeug mit Chauffeur garantiert ein individuelles Erlebnis mit Familie oder Freunden.

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Soda/Pop

Exclusions: Weiter Wartezeiten

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