In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Freddie Tours offers you an original way to discover the rich musical past of the city and the strong attachment that Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of the band Queen, had with Montreux.
- Accompanied by a guide
- Multilingual audio guide
- Duration 1h
- Easy walk of 1km
Authentic and exclusive explanations and anecdotes thanks to the testimony of Peter Freestone, Freddie Mercury's personal assistant for 12 years, with whom the guide has been in regular contact for over 20 years.
Interactive audio guides in 6 languages: French, English (with Peter Freestone's voice), German, Italian, Spanish and Russian, as well as exclusive photos and videos broadcast throughout the visit to better immerse yourself in the Montreux of the 1980s.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Montreux
The journey, of about 1km for the 1h tour and 2km for the extended 2h30 tour, through Montreux presents no difficulty and is suitable for everyone. From the departure point, we will go to the Freddie Mercury statue via the Casino Barrière. We will make various stops along the way to discover many points of interest related to Freddie Mercury and Queen.
Options
Freddie Tour 1h
2h30 extended tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Extended 2h30 tour Meeting point: at the corner of the "Petit Palais" building, next to the "Centre des Congrès" bus stop.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
audioguide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour
Teresa C,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing tour. As a super fan of Freddie Mercury I was very impressed. Our guide is the son of the gentleman that started this tour some years back. He now conducts the tour. He is very knowledgeable and very nice. Being a super fan I got quite emotional. I highly recommend this tour
Just Freddie
Endeavour13,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nothing much to say. It speaks for itself. If you are in Montreux, you need to see it, Queen fan or not!
A must for fans
locojmz,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00As a longtime admirer of Freddie Mercury, passing by his statue in Montreux is a duty! However, it must be acknowledged that the average person, who does not know Queen and its brilliant singer, will not pay much attention to this monument!
Outstanding TourGuide
Lisa K,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good tour and guide. He took us to many places or pointed out locations that Freddir Mercury or Queen visited, spent time at or related too. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Freddie amd Queen in this beautiful picturesque location.
Make sure it’s on your Montreux activity list!
Daryl E,Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative, fun and a real sense of getting to know a little about the man behind the myth. What was of greatest interest to me was to see and get a feel of the location/Casino/Smoke on The Water episode and the other artists who recorded at Mountain Studios. It is easy when listening in the UK to think that these records were recorded at the top of a snow covered peak, not in a Casino in downtown Montreux. Fascinating.
Excellent
276vikt rias,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was interesting and very easy to follow. I liked the creativity of the device that got for the tour. Great guide too! :)
The One and Only! Must See!
532maximb,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Must see in Montreux and pay a tribute to The Genius! This is well done, deserves a lot of pictures, and is a part of a memorable visit.
Freddie
mikey B,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Greatly enjoyed all the information and personal video provided. Guide very social and enjoyable!!!!!
Our footsteps in Queen's
VeroniqueL512,Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Possibility to choose a tour of 1h or 2h30, this is the long tour we have chosen. It's well organized, each with its own ipod and headphones. The tour alternates between watching ipod photos and hearing stories about Freddie and the Queen band, visiting places where the band has been and the guide's lyrics. Among other things, we have explored: Montreux palace, the small palace, statues of Claude Nobs and Freddie, casino of Montreux (Mountain recording studio), access door and its tribute wall,... full of anecdotes!
Fantastic Freddie Tour.
T L,Aug 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was an excellent use of audio, video and direct engagement with the guide. Very informative. Perfect amount of time.
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