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First Time in Montreux: What to See & Do

Lake-Geneva riviera, the Chillon castle at the water, jazz festival at midsummer. The essential first-timer's hit list for Montreux — the tours, tickets and experiences worth your limited days, all bookable in one place.

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45 min

Museum of Illusions Montreal - 70+ Illusions to Explore

Museum of Illusions, where your eyes and brain don't get along.

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From $25 a person
1h to 2h

Chillon Castle Entrance Ticket in Montreux

Welcome to Chillon Castle!

  • 4.6★ · 325 reviews
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From $18 a person
View from Rochers-de-Naye
2h to 4h

Attraction Ticket: Rochers-de-Naye Railway Ticket from Montreux

Embark on a self-guided alpine journey with a ticket from Montreux to Rochers-de-Naye, traversing the scenic landscapes aboard a cogwheel train.

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From $147 a person
2h

Round trip cruise from Montreux to Chillon

This 2-hour cruise offers you an exceptional view of the Vaudoise Riviera with the towns of Montreux and Vevey but also of the Alps and the Lavaux vineyards (UNESCO Heritage).

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From $38 a person
2h

Montreux Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Freddie Mercury waves at the lake, jazz history hums along the shore and the Alps photobomb everything — Montreux is pure show business.

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From $6 a person
10h

Glacier 3000 and Montreux Riviera from Geneva

After driving along the Lake Geneva, you will have a scenic drive through the swiss countryside full of wooden chalets and nature.

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From $145 a person
An exceptional natural setting in the heart of La Gruyère
45 min to 1h 30m

Maison Cailler chocolate factory Visit

Have you ever dreamed of visiting a real chocolate factory?

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From $22 a person
1h to 1h 30m

Explore Montreux in 60 minutes with a Local

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Montreux.

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From $100 a person
8h 35m

GoldenPass, Interlaken & Montreux Scenic Tour | From Lucerne

This scenic journey across Switzerland follows the famous GoldenPass route from Lucerne to Montreux, offering a seamless transition through some of the country’s most diverse...

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From $398 a person
10h

Day Trip to Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise from Montreux

Embark from Montreux for an unforgettable adventure.

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From $196 a person
8h

Private Day Trip from Montreux to Glacier 3000 and Gstaad

This private day trip offers a unique combination of high-alpine adventure and Swiss luxury in one seamless journey from Montreux.

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From $544 a person
7h

Day trip to Glacier 3000 from Montreux

Experience the beauty of the Swiss Alps on this full-day tour from Montreux.

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From $120 a person
12h

Zurich: Hop-on Hop-off to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen

Discover the Swiss Alps aboard a hop-on hop-off panoramic bus, featuring oversized windows for unforgettable mountain views.

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From $87 a person
10h

Day Trip to Montreux, Chaplin's World & Chillon Castle& apéritif

Spend a memorable day in the Swiss riviera!

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From $204 a person
10h

Vevey, Montreux, Chillon Day Trip from Geneva

Discover the Swiss Riviera, enjoy the unique landscape of this famous area!

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From $204 a person
Monte Brè
4h 30m

Monte Brè Tour from Lugano by funicular

From the heart of the city to the sunniest peak of Lugano.

  • 4.7★ · 65 reviews
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From $25 a person
3h

Montreux Unusual Rando and Quiz

Explore Montreux like never before on a 3-hour hike that takes you off the beaten track.

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  • Private tour
From $101 a person
8h

(KTG302) - Day Trip to Montreux & Château de Chillon from Geneva

Explore the swiss riviera and admire one of the most beautiful views of Switzerland.

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From $202 a person
9h

Geneva city tour & Annecy Tour With Optional Lake Geneva Cruise

Discover the charm of Geneva and Annecy on this combination sightseeing tour.

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From $156 a person
2h to 4h

Attraction Ticket:Unlimited Boat Pass for Lake Thun & Lake Brienz

Embark on a self-guided journey with our Day Ticket, granting you unlimited travel on scheduled lake boats across the serene waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz.

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From $144 a person
Quebec City
14h

Quebec city & Montmorency Falls 1 Day Tour from Montreal

You will visit the only fortified city in North America with cobblestone walkways and well-preserved 17th-century architecture, all of which have given the entire city status as a...

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From $45 a person
2h to 4h

Montreal Private Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems with a local

Discover Montreal like a local on a private, personalized walking experience tailored entirely to your interests.

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From $64 a person
3h

Montreux to Zurich one way Private Transfer

Our professional drivers will take care of you and your group.Whatever be your Pick up location in Montreux , our chauffeur will pick you up there and drop you at Zurich.

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  • Private tour
From $640 a person
6h

(KTL303) - Winter Tour Montreux and Chaplin's World from Lausanne

Discover wonderful views of Switzerland, the Alps mountains, and Lake Geneva on this 6.5-hour day trip from Lausanne.

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From $177 a person