What to do in Lucerne

Activities, attractions and tours

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Lucerne Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Lucerne has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Lucerne, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Lucerne with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Lucerne

Lucerne is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Lucerne, and make it a breeze to explore Lucerne and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Lucerne to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Lucerne, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Lucerne.

Lucerne attractions

Lucerne has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Lucerne to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Lucerne.

Looking for things to do in Lucerne can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Lucerne or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Lucerne attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Tours & day trips

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Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

Activity duration is 9 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 25 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £56 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Glacier Express, Swiss Alps & Lucerne Tour | From Lucerne

Glacier Express, Swiss Alps & Lucerne Tour | From Lucerne

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is £427 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Day Trip from Lucerne

Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Day Trip from Lucerne

Activity duration is 10 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 28 reviews
Price is £104 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Lucerne: Lake Lucerne 1st Class Cruise with 3-Course Lunch

Lucerne: Lake Lucerne 1st Class Cruise with 3-Course Lunch

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 105 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £111 per adult
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Attractions

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Swiss Chocolate Adventure at Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne

Swiss Chocolate Adventure at Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne

Activity duration is 30 minutes
8.4 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £17 per adult
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Recommended things to do in Lucerne

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Lucerne Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide: £5
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What to do in Lucerne

Popular places to visit

Swiss Transportation Museum

Swiss Transportation Museum

Trains, planes and automobiles come to life through interactive exhibits in a vast collection at Lucerne’s transportation museum.

Swiss Transportation Museum
Chapel Bridge

Chapel Bridge

Enjoy “history with a view” amid the natural beauty of Lake Lucerne from Europe’s oldest covered bridge.

Chapel Bridge
View of the city of Lucerne in Switzerland

KKL Lucerne

Enjoy a performance at KKL Lucerne, a popular theatre in Lucerne. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

KKL Lucerne
Pleasure boat with tourists on the lake, view from the side. Lake Lucerne. Swiss.

Lake Side Promenade

Explore the lovely green spaces of Lake Side Promenade and enjoy the boating in Lucerne. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Lake Side Promenade
Lucerne, Switzerland, View of historical buildings along riverside

Lucerne Town Hall

Lucerne Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Lucerne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Lucerne Town Hall
Lion Monument

Lion Monument

The “Lion of Lucerne” combines art, history and natural beauty into Switzerland’s most beloved historic monument.

Lion Monument
Hertensteinstrasse

Hertensteinstrasse

During your trip to Lucerne, you can enjoy retail therapy at Hertensteinstrasse. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Hertensteinstrasse
Mill Bridge

Mill Bridge

Learn about the local history of Lucerne when you spend time at Mill Bridge. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Mill Bridge

Chateau Guetsch

You can learn about the history of Lucerne with a stop at Chateau Guetsch. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Chateau Guetsch

Explore areas of Lucerne

Old Town Lucerne

Old Town Lucerne

With Lake Lucerne at your feet, appreciate the historical setting as you walk across this city’s iconic covered bridge, crooked streets and airy squares.

Old Town Lucerne
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Littau

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Littau is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Lucerne area, you might plan a trip to Chateau Guetsch or Lucerne Town Hall.

Littau

 

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Day trip destinations from Lucerne

Mount Pilatus and the valley station in Alpnachstad and Lucern lie in the heart of Switzerland and are very well connected. They are conveniently reached by car, train or boat trip.

Kriens

panoramic view into the swiss alps on a boat cruise on lake lucerne end of spring

Weggis

Lake Lucerne, Swiss Alps mountains, Switzerland

Meggen

Nas in Ennetbuergen and Vitznau narrow passage channel on lake lucerne

Ennetbuergen

Sonnenaufgang in neuenkirch, Schweiz

Neuenkirch

Frequently asked questions

Is Lucerne worth visiting?
Whether you're coming to experience the local charm and cultural highlights or try regional foods and explore the outdoors, there are plenty of things to do in Lucerne.
How do I spend a day in Lucerne?
After you've visited leading attractions like Schloss Meggenhorn and Historisches Museum, spend the rest of your day experiencing the retail and food options in Lucerne.
What is the top tourist attraction in Lucerne?
The top tourist attraction in Lucerne is Weggis Cable Car, so make sure to put it on your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Lucerne?
Three days will give you plenty of time to tick off popular city attractions, such as Schloss Meggenhorn, Brunni Cable Car and Museum Sammlung Rosengart. The average stay in Lucerne is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your escape, Zürich isn't far away.
Is Lucerne a walkable city?
Some leading attractions in Lucerne, including Schloss Meggenhorn and Museum Sammlung Rosengart, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.16 kms (0.10 miles) from central Lucerne is Old Town Lucerne and Littau is 3 kms (2 miles) away.
What are some activities to do in Lucerne with kids?
If you are after tours and attractions for all the family, we've got some fantastic ideas for what to do in Lucerne with kids.

What to do in Lucerne for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Lucerne, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Chateau Guetsch.
Are there free things to do in Lucerne?
In Lucerne, Historisches Museum is an unmissable spot for anyone planning to see the city without opening their wallet. Also, stroll around the parks and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's a great way to explore the best free things to do in Lucerne.

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