What are the best things to do in Montreux?
Top picks in Montreux include Freddie Mercury statue, The old town, Swiss Museum of Games. See the full list and itinerary on this Montreux travel guide.
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Why visit Montreux
Travel guide for Montreux, Switzerland — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Montreux is a stop in Switzerland, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 1 days. If time is short, prioritise Freddie Mercury statue, The old town, Swiss Museum of Games instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 180–350 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Montreux
1
Freddie Mercury statue
2
The old town
3
Swiss Museum of Games
Plan your trip
Montreux itinerary (1 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Freddie Mercury statue
- Visit The old town
- Visit Swiss Museum of Games
- Eat at Coop Pronto grocery store
Budget
Montreux trip cost
Budget
USD 80–135
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 180–350
per person / day
Luxury
USD 400–665+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Montreux, Switzerland. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Montreux
Estimated total (USD)
$3,965
≈ $1,983 per person · $566 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $265/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Montreux mid-range ground costs (budget 80–135 · mid 180–350 · luxury 400–665+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Coop Pronto grocery store
Forum shopping mall
Le Palais Oriental
The Museum
Restaurant au Parc
La Rouvenaz
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Masson
Villa Toscane
Grand Hotel Excelsior
Hotel Eurotel Montreux
Le Montreux Palace
Nightlife
- The terrace at the Hôtel Suisse-Majestic
Museums & culture
- Swiss Museum of Games
In pictures
Montreux gallery
Good to know
Montreux travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Montreux?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Montreux?
Plan at least 1 days in Montreux for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Montreux?
Popular stays in Montreux include Hotel Masson, Villa Toscane, Grand Hotel Excelsior. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Montreux cost?
On the ground in Montreux (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 80–135 per person per day, mid-range about 180–350, and luxury about 400–665+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Montreux, Switzerland. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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