Sion, Switzerland

Top things to do in Sion

15 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Religious site

Valère Basilica

Medieval basilica on a hill, home to one of the world's oldest playable pipe organs.

Landmark

Tourbillon Castle

Ruined medieval castle on a hill, offering panoramic views and a glimpse into Sion's past.

Museum

Majorie Castle

A medieval castle in Sion housing the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts, blending history with art.

Landmark

Sion astronomical clock

A 16th-century astronomical clock in Sion's old town, a marvel of Renaissance engineering.

Religious site

Church of St. Théodule, Sion

A historic church in Sion dedicated to the patron saint of Valais, known for its Gothic architecture.

Park & nature

Saint-Léonard underground lake

Europe's largest navigable underground lake, located in a cave near Sion, offering boat tours.

Park & nature

Lac du Mont d'Orge

A scenic lake with hiking trails and panoramic views of the Rhône valley and Alps.

Outdoor & fun

Thyon

A popular ski resort in the Valais Alps with extensive slopes and summer hiking.

Outdoor & fun

Veysonnaz

Family-friendly ski resort in Sion with panoramic Rhone valley views, offering skiing, snowboarding, and summer hiking.

Outdoor & fun

Anzère

Modern ski resort in Sion known for sunny terraces, extensive hiking trails, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Outdoor & fun

Haute-Nendaz

Ski resort in Sion part of the 4 Vallées, one of Switzerland's largest ski areas, with extensive slopes and hiking.

Park & nature

Mont-Noble

Explore Mont-Noble, a mountain massif near Sion with scenic hiking trails and a cable car to the summit.

Landmark

Montorge Castle

Visit Montorge Castle, a ruined medieval fortress on a hill near Sion offering historic charm and valley views.

Religious site

Saint-Nicolas Church, Hérémence

Discover Saint-Nicolas Church in Hérémence, a modern concrete masterpiece with striking architecture near Sion.

Religious site

Sion Cathedral

Historic Catholic cathedral in Sion's old town, known for its twin towers and Gothic architecture.

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