Explore Lausanne’s hidden gems with a scavenger hunt. Use clues, logic, and teamwork to uncover the city’s secrets at your own pace.
Explore Lausanne’s hidden gems with a scavenger hunt. Use clues, logic, and teamwork to uncover the city’s secrets at your own pace.
- Lausanne-Gare - A Seamless & Flexible Start: Download the World City Trail app and log in using your 10-digit booking reference. Please note, this is a completely self-guided experience; no one will be there to meet you. You can begin at any time, day or night. For the optimal route, it is recommended to start at Lausanne-Gare (Main Station),…
- Lausanne-Gare - A Seamless & Flexible Start: Download the World City Trail app and log in using your 10-digit booking reference. Please note, this is a completely self-guided experience; no one will be there to meet you. You can begin at any time, day or night. For the optimal route, it is recommended to start at Lausanne-Gare (Main Station), although you have the flexibility to start or finish anywhere.
Interactive Exploration: Embark on a 3.5km walk (approximately 43 minutes of walking time). Use your imagination and keen observation to solve riddles at stops like the magnificent Lausanne Cathedral or the historic Château Ste-Maire to discover your next destination. The entire activity typically lasts around 3 hours, depending on your pace and breaks.
Your Tour, Your Way: Tailor your journey by rearranging the order of locations or skipping stops to suit your schedule. Take a break to enjoy the scenery at the Esplanade de Montbenon or have a coffee at Place de la Palud, and then continue exactly where you paused. There is no time restriction—your access is valid for an entire year.
Stories & Tips: Discover legends and history through text or audio guides at sites like the Palais de Rumine and the Parlement Vaudois. Enjoy curated recommendations for local restaurants and shops. Available in six languages: EN, DE, FR, NL, IT, ES. Note: This is an outdoor-only experience and requires internet access.

- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select ‘Create’ to start.
- Audio Guide & Navigation: Full audio tour and GPS navigation included via the app.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support…
- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select ‘Create’ to start.
- Audio Guide & Navigation: Full audio tour and GPS navigation included via the app.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support available).
- Custom Finish: Choose where to end; doesn’t finish at the starting location.
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Entrance fees
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Entrance fees
Discover Lausanne in the most exciting way with a Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Engage in play, learning, and exploration at your own pace with this fully self-directed activity. Begin anytime, day or night, without the need for guides or fixed schedules. Take a break to snap a photo at the contemporary Esplanade du Flon or explore the Église…
Discover Lausanne in the most exciting way with a Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Engage in play, learning, and exploration at your own pace with this fully self-directed activity. Begin anytime, day or night, without the need for guides or fixed schedules. Take a break to snap a photo at the contemporary Esplanade du Flon or explore the Église Saint-Laurent, and continue whenever you wish—even the following day. This exceptional team-building experience is ideal for couples, families, and groups.
The “Complete City” Package - All essentials in one app:
Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and uncover over 10 major attractions, along with hidden treasures revealed along the journey.
Audio & Text: Enjoy our audio guide or read about the history and legends of each location.
Insider Tips: Get exclusive recommendations for local restaurants and shops.
Places to visit include: Lausanne-Gare, Esplanade de Montbenon, Place de la Palud, Lausanne Cathedral, Parlement Vaudois, Château Ste-Maire, Palais de Rumine, Eglise Notre-Dame du Valentin, Église Saint-Laurent, and Esplanade du Flon.
- Total Flexibility: Start anytime you want—there is no fixed schedule. You can pause and resume as often as you like.
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from going, you can do the tour any other day.
- Technical Requirements: A fully charged smartphone and an active mobile data connection are required. Important: Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction.
- Essential Gear: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable walking shoes.
- Audio Experience: You can use your phone’s speaker to listen to the tour, but you are also welcome to use headphones if you prefer.
- Support Policy: We offer 24/7 live assistance via worldcitytrail chat.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.