Things to do in Lucerne

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Old Town Lucerne which includes religious elements, a bridge and boating
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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
Free cancellation available
Price is S$160 per adult
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Zurich : Rigi Queen of Mountains & Lucerne

Zurich : Rigi Queen of Mountains & Lucerne

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$306 per adult
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Lucerne: eTukTuk City Tour

Lucerne: eTukTuk City Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is S$195 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
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$191 per adult
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Lucerne Swiss Museum of Transport Entrance Ticket

Lucerne Swiss Museum of Transport Entrance Ticket

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$57 per adult
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What to do in Lucerne

Popular places to visit

Chapel Bridge featuring a river or creek, a coastal town and heritage architecture

Chapel Bridge

4.5/5(111 reviews)

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

Chapel Bridge
Swiss Transportation Museum showing aircraft and a city

Swiss Transportation Museum

4.5/5(23 reviews)

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

Swiss Transportation Museum
KKL Lucerne

KKL Lucerne

4.5/5(33 reviews)

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

KKL Lucerne
Chateau Guetsch

Chateau Guetsch

5/5(1 review)

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

Lion Monument

4.5/5(47 reviews)

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

Lion Monument
Old Town Lucerne which includes religious elements, a bridge and boating

Jesuit Church

4/5(1 review)

After visiting Jesuit Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lucerne. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Jesuit Church
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

Lucerne Town Hall

4.5/5(20 reviews)

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

Areas of Lucerne

Old Town Lucerne which includes religious elements, a bridge and boating

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.

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Littau

4/5(1 area review)

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 Mill Bridge.

Littau

 

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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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