Discover celestial wonders at Observatoire de Vevey
Vevey, Switzerland • 
Underrated
UnderratedVevey, Switzerland
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
15°C – 26°C, warmest month, with comfortable evenings and moderate risk of thunderstorms or rain, medium crowds, peak season
15°C – 26°C, warmest month, with comfortable evenings and moderate risk of thunderstorms or rain, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Access may require stairs and short walks; seating in dome for 10-12.
Access may require stairs and short walks; seating in dome for 10-12.
Value for money
High
Free events and educational content made it excellent value.
Free events and educational content made it excellent value.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Stargazing
Couples loved the intimate setting and shared the magic of the cosmos together.
Educational Fun
Couples enjoyed learning about the stars and planets in a relaxed environment.
Unique Experience
Visitors found the guided sessions and planetarium shows truly memorable.
Weather Dependent
Couples were disappointed when cloudy skies canceled planned stargazing events.
Limited Capacity
The small dome meant couples found it hard to get reservations sometimes.
Booking Hassle
Travelers found the need to call ahead to confirm events inconvenient.
Hours of operation
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
06:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
0-7°C
Still cold and damp, with persistent clouds and moderate precipitation, often in the form of rain or wet snow.
Still cold and damp, with persistent clouds and moderate precipitation, often in the form of rain or wet snow.
Closed
No scheduled public events; observatory closed to the general public except by private arrangement.
No scheduled public events; observatory closed to the general public except by private arrangement.
Not recommended
Unfavorable for celestial observation due to weather; no regular events take place.
Unfavorable for celestial observation due to weather; no regular events take place.
March
LOW
2-11°C
Early spring is cool and often wet, with gradually improving skies but still frequent clouds and rain.
Early spring is cool and often wet, with gradually improving skies but still frequent clouds and rain.
Closed
No regular public astronomy events scheduled; activities resume in late spring.
No regular public astronomy events scheduled; activities resume in late spring.
Not recommended
Not generally suitable for stargazing events; observatory remains mostly inactive for public visits.
Not generally suitable for stargazing events; observatory remains mostly inactive for public visits.
April
LOW
5-15°C
Mild temperatures with frequent showers and variable skies; evenings may occasionally be clear, but conditions remain unpredictable.
Mild temperatures with frequent showers and variable skies; evenings may occasionally be clear, but conditions remain unpredictable.
Closed
Public sessions typically do not resume until late summer; no group events scheduled.
Public sessions typically do not resume until late summer; no group events scheduled.
Not recommended
Stargazing events are not held; the main astronomy programs begin in late summer and autumn.
Stargazing events are not held; the main astronomy programs begin in late summer and autumn.
May
LOW
10-19°C
Mild spring weather; evenings can be cool, with a moderate chance of rain showers.
Mild spring weather; evenings can be cool, with a moderate chance of rain showers.
Open
Advance registration required for most sessions; capacity is limited to 10-12 persons per event.
Advance registration required for most sessions; capacity is limited to 10-12 persons per event.
Recommended
Good visibility for stargazing with manageable crowds. Sessions take place in the evenings; check for specific dates and confirm event before arrival.
Good visibility for stargazing with manageable crowds. Sessions take place in the evenings; check for specific dates and confirm event before arrival.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages 6-99
