Davos

Travel Guide
Photo provided by Stefan Schlumpf/Destination Davos Klosters
One of the oldest resorts in Europe, this bustling town offers some of the best sports facilities in the world. 

Davos Klosters is a lively mountain resort known for its excellent skiing and diverse après-ski entertainment. At 5,118 feet (1,560 metres), Davos Klosters is touted as the highest city in Europe. It attracts crowds year-round with its outdoor activities, which are complemented by extensive shopping and dining options. Visit in the summer for alpine hiking and mountain biking, or in the winter to enjoy skiing and skating. 

Head for the slopes at Parsenn-Weissfluh , which is widely considered to be one of the best ski areas in Europe. Other popular winter sports you can enjoy in Davos Klosters include cross country skiing, sledding, skating and curling. Visit between December and February to skate on Natureisbahn, said to be the largest natural ice rink on the continent.

In the summer, spend time exploring the 280-mile (451-kilometre) network of hiking and cycling paths found around Davos Klosters. The paths are well-marked, taking you through alpine meadows and forests, highland pastures, mountain peaks and remote hamlets. In summer, enjoy free travel during the day on all open mountain railways when you stay at least one night in Davos Klosters.

Year-round, Davos Klosters offers historical and cultural attractions. Learn about the history of skiing at the Wintersportmuseum. Home to an interesting collection of well-preserved sleds, bindings, skis and other equipment, the museum explores the evolution of winter sports from their early origins through to the present day.

Take a look in the fascinating Kirchner Museum, which houses the world’s largest collection of works by painter Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. A forerunner of the expressionist movement, Kirchner moved to Davos Klosters in 1918 and painted some wonderful depictions of the area.

Check out the late-Gothic Kirche St. Johann (Church of St. John the Baptist), which is located just east of the train station in Davos Platz. The church’s nave was completed in the 13th century, and in the choir you’ll see a window by Augusto Giacometti. Be sure to explore the adjoining Rathaus (Town Hall) to see its paneled 16th-century Grosse Stube (Great Chamber).  

Davos Klosters can be reached by train from Zurich, with a connection in Landquart. On weekends during the ski season, you can also take a bus directly from Zurich Airport. Transport on local buses within Davos Klosters is free for Swiss Pass and Guest Card holders.

Hilton Garden Inn Davos
Hilton Garden Inn Davos
4 out of 5
Promenade 103, Davos
The price is S$210 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
S$210
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Davos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Davos Klosters and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (705 reviews)
"Great breakfast and dinner."

Reviewed on 7 Mar,2024

Hilton Garden Inn Davos
AMERON Davos Swiss Mountain Resort
AMERON Davos Swiss Mountain Resort
4 out of 5
Scalettastrasse 22, Davos, GR
The price is S$315 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
S$315
per night
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Davos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (385 reviews)
"One of my favorite pics in Switzerland, and certainly the best value for excellent accommodations."

Reviewed on 2 Apr,2024

AMERON Davos Swiss Mountain Resort
Hard Rock Hotel Davos
Hard Rock Hotel Davos
4 out of 5
Tobelmühlestrasse 2, Davos, GR
The price is S$275 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
S$275
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Davos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Davos Klosters and Davos Casino are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (649 reviews)
"Exceeded our expectations. Too bad we booked last minute and we could not get a covered parking spot."

Reviewed on 1 Mar,2024

Hard Rock Hotel Davos
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Muchetta
Aparthotel Muchetta
3 out of 5
Aussergasse 18, Davos, Graubünden
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Davos. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Landwasser Viaduct and Ela ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (37 reviews)
Not what we were expecting.
"Lot of construction on the way up the hill to the hotel. GPS got confused gping on the goat path, the only way we could get there. We new it would be somewhat isolated so we brought a few food items because the kitchen was advertised. Olny one pot. No frying pan. Very poorly equipped compaired to ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct,2023

Aparthotel Muchetta
Priva Alpine Lodge Lenzerheide
Priva Alpine Lodge Lenzerheide
4 out of 5
Dieschen sot 18, Lenzerheide, Vaz-Obervaz, GR
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Vaz-Obervaz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Rothorn 1 Sektion Ski Lift and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
"Has Whistler vibe!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun,2022

Priva Alpine Lodge Lenzerheide
Residence Nevegall
Residence Nevegall
3 out of 5
Via Olta 258, Livigno, So
Stay at this 3-star residence in Livigno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Livigno Ski Area and Cassana Ski Lift are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (111 reviews)
Good location and service
"Good location and service"

Reviewed on 21 Mar,2019

Residence Nevegall
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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26 Jan 2020

Not a pretty Swiss ski town.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller
26 Aug 2019

Not much to do out of ski season.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
5 Jul 2019

Best

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
23 Mar 2019

Dont bother going to ski the week before WEF even if prices cheap.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
18 Feb 2019

Very nice winter destinations. Does tick all boxes if someone is looking for all kindes of winter sports. The local transport system is well organized and brings tourists to the valley stations of all cable cars.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
8 Feb 2019

no much choice of apre ski, but great place to snowboard