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1. Guarda
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By deboraht907 - Brisbane, Australia
I stayed in Guarda in late September/October 2019 for three days. Quite by accident, our sojourn coincided with a festival where the cows and goats are brought down from the Alps to the village to spend the winter. This was absolutely charming! The animals were decorated with daisy/flower chains and many of their herders were in national/local dress. There were stalls selling local handmade trinkets and foods, and a wonderful festive atmosphere pervaded the whole village. However, what struck us most were the magnificent views! I felt like I was in a film set of Heidi! In fact, the 2015 Heidi film was filmed in the area. The snow-capped mountains and lush green valleys were a sight to behold. Stunning! The village itself is completely preserved, and full of quaint homes , beautifully painted and decorated. We ate at the Meissner Hotel which had a terrace overlooking the valley - magnificent views. The village has great walking trails, and we spent hours trekking up higher and higher, just to get an even better view around the next corner. I would thoroughly recommend a trip to this charming, quaint little village for anyone who needs an escape from the humdrum of everyday life. You will come away completely refreshed and ready to conquer the world! Gorgeous!
2. Vieux-Carouge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Once its own independent town, this neighborhood still serves as a refuge from the bustle of city life and is often fondly referred to as the "Greenwich Village of Geneva."
Reviewed By Delnyon - Nyon, Switzerland
Such a nice place to go on a sunny Saturday! It’s very special and not Swiss at all... Full of nice little shops, bars and restaurants, walk around without any plan to feel the great Carouge Atmosphere.
3. Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,130 reviews
Zürich's historic section features cobblestone streets, a variety of small stores and restaurants and many of the city's most significant religious landmarks.
Reviewed By blajevaina - London, United Kingdom
It’s like walking back in time but even better like a perfect movie set where every building is perfectly positioned and specially preserved, where every street is clean and well maintained, where every tree and street lights are in tune with the buildings and overall everything around is in pristine condition ????❤️???? You can walk around everywhere it is very well organised and easy to navigate. The traditional Trams are very charming and worth the ride . The bicycles are good solutions is you in a hurry. Google map works perfectly they are many hot spots and free wi-fi zones too. Plenty to see from medieval Cathedrals to Alpine masterpieces and Renaissance, museums and galleries,shops and cafe and tavern style restaurants all with charm and character. Very easy on the eye and inviting streets and small piazzas with water futures and corners . Yes the water on the streets is drinkable and very delicious straight from the Alps ! Zürich has the cleanest and most well organised Old town in Europe and you can see it easily. The high Swiss ????????standards are not in the price but in what you get for it and the Old town is up to the highest standards in Europe???????????? Zurich has the cleanest air for European capital city and you’ll feel it referring ! Must see , must explore and must experience the Old Town by walking without rushing. Take time to enjoy, to sit for coffee and admire the atmosphere around you . Don’t rush in a 24 hours you can not see everything . Pick top 3 places of interest for the day and leave few hours to explore without planning and to enjoy! For the romantics that’s the perfect place and there is the bridge where you can put your lock of Love ???? ???? discover it ! ???????? For the historical places tickets online to skip the Q are better options. For shopping, boutique style of Local and High Fashion. For souvenirs few special shops only but no street junks . (No fast food , no any junks on the streets at all ) For picture perfect views of the Old Town- the University terrace, the high Square and the Cathedral Tower! It’s photographers place - no billboards on the buildings or streets no advertising no posters no commercial junk at all ! Beautiful clean well preserved architecture only! One practical advice - Comfy but smart wear it’s a must ! Swiss are very well smart dressed but understated and discreet (no flushing fashion and labels, no fashion statements) Don’t forget the phone chargers, battery extenders and converts if you planing on photos all day (the weird non EU - Swiss sockets need convertor). Most coffee shops and restaurants have where to plug in and recharge but Swiss style only! They usually have free wi-fi too but you need to ask for the password. One of the weird difference from other European capital City’s is that Speaking in high voice and making a noise is considered very rude and impolite! Do keep your voice down NO shouting and screaming in public places (it’s offensive)! Other than that keep it clean and be kind and you’ll be welcome everywhere ! Swiss in generally are very polite and welcoming for tourists ???? Go enjoy,make happy memories and share with the World ????????????????????????????????
4. Old Town Lucerne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,876 reviews
Reviewed By Brittany_11_10 - Los Angeles, United States
Old Town Lucerne is beautiful, with lovely architecture, the serene River Reuss, great shops and restaurants, a tasty craft brewery in Bierliebe & Friends, Europe's oldest covered bridge in Chapel Bridge, and more. Definitely worth spending a day and/or night strolling around--especially close to Christmas when the town is decorated accordingly and there are Christmas markets to enjoy.
5. Niederdorf
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 577 reviews
Reviewed By bob2bkk - Bangkok, Thailand
The Niederhof is an area on the east side of the Limmat River and part of old historic Zurich. Both sides of he river have old town areas, but I am partial to this side. The Niederhof has beautiful cobbelstone alley ways and streets. It is full of restaurants, bars, cafes, small shops with one of a kind objects and of course souvenir shops. Many places offer outside dining and seating weather permitting. It is a great place for absorbing the historical side of Zurich and some wonderful architecture. Wheelchair accessible with assistance or motorized.
6. Schanzengraben Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
We crossed this lovely canal many times as our hotel was on the other side of the canal from the main part of Zurich. Quiet, peaceful and picturesque.
7. Lake Zurich, Eastern Bank
8. Matte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
Matte is the oldest district of Bern and was its harbour. It was formerly home to workers and craftsmen living is simple, half timber houses. Now you stroll by studios, bespoke shops and cafes.
9. Old City
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,651 reviews
Reviewed By hajshere - Mumbai, India
Bern is so underrated as a place to visit when it comes to Switzerland, even though it's the capital. I cannot comprehend why, maybe more people need to visit. You definitely need to visit Bern, it's a mesmerising mix of both old world drop dead gorgeous charm and the very well behaved new.The medieval architecture is preserved beautiful in the Altstadt (Old Town). I loved walking the cobblestone streets, learning how the old has been adopted to new eg: underground hideouts like basements of olden days are now boutiques and salons. The city, the houses around the beautiful River Aare make a breathtaking sight. The natural scene is beyond post card picture perfect. It's pure Magic. The Swiss are my kinda people and Bern has my heart, If I ever move somewhere this would be it.
10. Alpiglen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By gatortunor - Clemmons, United States
If you’re ready to stretch your legs after a long time on the cog train, alpiglen is a great stop. You can get drinks and light snacks near the train station while enjoying the view of The Eiger from its base.
