If you want to experience central Switzerland, there’s no better place than Lucerne. Lucerne is a charming city with abundant medieval and Baroque-style architecture and a serene location near Lake Lucerne. It is walkable and has a beautiful old town called Altstadt. Lucerne is also a beautiful base from which to head on day trips to the Swiss Alps or just enjoy waterfront living.
We loved exploring Lucerne’s historic old town, with its narrow side streets, town hall, and medieval squares like Sternenplatz Square. The city also has plenty of amazing cafes and restaurants. The historic Museggmaneur wall, a medieval structure containing nine towers, surrounds the city center. The city also has fabulous museums, like Kunstmuseum Luzern and the Swiss Museum of Transport.
One thing we noticed when we were visiting is that we definitely didn’t come up short when it came to finding fun things to do in Lucerne. The city is actually quite compact and full of character, with waterfront views and an ever-present backdrop of snow-capped mountains. It also has a real sightseeing-on-foot vibe, with cafe culture and densely packed attractions around the city center.
We’ve got 18 of the best things to do in Lucerne lined up for you. We definitely have a soft spot for Switzerland with all its natural beauty and have previously written guides on ultimate Swiss itineraries and the country’s prettiest cities. We’re excited to finally give Lucerne its well-deserved spotlight.
Before we get into these exciting things to do, though, we’ll give you a quick overview in case you’re in a rush. Here’s a quick guide if you need instant ideas.
Best of Lucerne: A Quick Guide
- Must See: Swiss Museum of Transport, Richard Wagner Museum Lucerne, Kunstmuseum Luzern, Lake Lucerne, Chapel Bridge, and Glacier Garden of Lucerne.
- Where to Stay: Backpackers Luzern ($), Hotel Des Balances ($$), and Mandarin Oriental Palace Luzern ($$$).
- Fun To Do: Hike Mt Rigi, walk the old town, shop for Swiss chocolate, and kayak on Lake Lucerne.
- Day Trips: Mt Pilatus, a boat ride on Lake Lucerne, and a visit to Jungfraujoch.
- Must-try Foods: Cheese fondue, Swiss chocolate, and Alplermagronen. Check out our Swiss Food Guide.
Best Things To Do in Lucerne
How does all that sound so far? If you’re anything like us, those quick snippets of inspiration excite you even more about finding things to do in Lucerne. It really is a hot spot for delicious cuisine (a steaming cheese…
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