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Photo Elysée

Photo Elysée is the cantonal museum for photography in Lausanne, Switzerland, located in the arts district Plateforme 10. It holds one of the world's richest photography collections, with over a million objects spanning from the earliest processes of the 1840s to contemporary digital images. The museum presents the diversity of photographic practices through its exhibitions, publications and cultural mediation, and supports contemporary creation. It also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

Photo Elysée offers workshops for children and families that explore photography through various artistic practices such as collage, drawing, printing and painting. A free visit support with ten questions turns observation into a game for family visits. The museum also welcomes young children and school groups with adapted conditions.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Lockers: True
  • Pushchair accessible: True
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Art
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Interactive exhibits

Opening hours

Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00, and Thursday from 10:00 to 20:00. Closed on Tuesdays.
Monday
10:00-18:00
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:00-18:00
Thursday
10:00-20:00
Friday
10:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-18:00
Sunday
10:00-18:00

Admission fees

15 CHF
Adult admission
12 CHF
Reduced rate for AVS, AI, unemployed, students and apprentices.
0 CHF
Free for under 26 years old, ICOM card, CarteCulture, AMS, Raiffeisen card, Friends of the Museum, ASHHA members.
0 CHF
Free admission to all exhibitions on the first Saturday of each month.

Contact

Webpage
elysee.ch
Email
info@elysee.ch
Address
Place de la Gare 17, 1003 Lausanne

Access

Nearby stops

  • Lausanne, Villard300 meters walking distance
  • Lausanne, gare550 meters walking distance
  • Lausanne-Flon800 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Lausanne
6m
Genève
55m
Martigny
1h 1m
Neuchâtel
1h 9m
Bern
1h 17m

FAQ

  • Can I take photos inside the museum with my phone?
    Yes, works in the permanent and temporary exhibition rooms may be photographed or filmed without flash or lighting device for exclusively private use. Commercial photography requires prior consultation.
  • Are strollers allowed in the building?
    Yes, strollers are welcome throughout the building, and lifts provide easy access to the exhibition spaces.
  • Are there lockers available for visitors?
    Yes, free self-service lockers are available for visitors to store their personal belongings, except for luggage larger than 55cm x 35cm x 20cm. Tokens are available at the reception.
  • Is the museum accessible to people with reduced mobility?
    Yes, the entire Photo Elysée and mudac building is accessible to people with reduced mobility, with adapted toilets on every level. Two wheelchairs are available on request at the reception.
  • Are animals allowed in the building?
    Animals are not allowed, except for guide dogs accompanying blind or visually impaired people.

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