Things to do in Lucerne

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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 HK$583 per adult
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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
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Price is HK$4,445 per adult
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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 HK$968 per adult
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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 HK$1,161 per adult
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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
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Price is HK$178 per adult
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What to do in Lucerne

Popular places to visit

Swiss Transportation Museum showing aircraft and a city

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 featuring general coastal views, a bridge and a river or creek

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
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
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
Lion Monument showing a pond and a monument as well as a large group of people

Lion Monument

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

Lion Monument
Looking out over Lucerne from one of the towers on the medieval wall. One of the most beautiful views I've ever seen. #bestof5 #takeahike #mountains

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
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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

Areas of Lucerne

Old Town Lucerne which includes a church or cathedral, a river or creek and street scenes

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
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

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 kilometres from central Lucerne is Old Town Lucerne and Littau is 3 kilometres 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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