EXHIBITION
The must-see attraction
The Olympic Museum is home to the world's largest and most comprehensive Olympic collection. Spot your favourite athlete's jersey, discover the most memorable moments, relive the greatest achievements and be moved by the global phenomenon that is the Olympic Games.
Level 1
Discover artefacts from the first Games
How did the Olympic Games come to be? How did they turn into a global event? Revisit all the milestones of this thousand-year history, from the ancient Games to the large-scale celebrations that we enjoy today. Learn more about the history of these legendary Games that turn their Host into a global capital of sport and creativity.
Don't miss: The very first Olympic flag, from 1913 / Torches from every edition of the Games since 1936 / The area dedicated to mascots / Interactive activities for children and adults
Level 0
Learn more about the athletes' mindsets and skills
How have the sporting events changed over time? Retrace these transformations through the objects, photographs and stories of great champions. Experience the Games through a unique and awe-inspiring audiovisual show.
Don't miss: Sports equipment used by some of the greatest athletes during the Olympic Games / The 180° film "Inside the Race"
Visitors information:
The Olympic Museum is currently carrying out works to improve the visitor experience. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
The Permanent Exhibition on level -1 is currently closed. The Olympic medals collection will be available on level 0 from 8 October 2024. The medals and torch of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games are available in the Art Lounge on level -1.
Thank you for your understanding. The Olympic Museum hopes you enjoy your visit.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Everything you need to know before your visit
What are the Olympic Museum's Opening Hours?
You can view our Opening Hours here.
Do I have to book my visit in advance?
You don't need to book your visit to the Olympic Museum in advance. You can either buy your ticket online or when you get here. However, group and guided visits must be booked in advance.
Are audio guides free and how many languages are available?
The audio guide can be accessed free of charge on your smartphone, without the need to download an app. Audio guides are available in nine languages.
Is there parking nearby?
There are plenty of parking spaces around the Olympic Museum including the Indigo Lausanne Port d'Ouchy Parking, the Beau-Rivage Palace car park as well as paid parking spaces along the Quai d'Ouchy and on Avenue de l’Élysée. Please follow the signs and road markings in place. Two parking spaces for people with reduced mobility are available at the north entrance of the Olympic Museum (Avenue de l’Élysée).
Does the Olympic Museum offer free Wi-Fi access?
Yes, a Swisscom public Wi-Fi network can be accessed free of charge. Please note, however, that connecting to this network involves sending/receiving an SMS.
Is there access for people with reduced mobility / wheelchair users?
All areas of the Olympic Museum are accessible to wheelchair users.
We advise you to enter the museum via the north entrance, avenue de l'Élysée, and follow the signs to the entrance of the building. There are also two disabled parking spaces here.
Inside the building, the toilets on levels 0 and +2 are accessible for wheelchair users. Tables in the restaurant are also adapted for wheelchair users.