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The 10 Best Things to Do in Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne is an ancient town with strikingly modern sensibilities. One of Europe’s oldest covered bridges serves as its centerpiece, and fresco-adorned historic houses line the streets, but it’s also home to the cutting-edge KKL, a concert hall and art gallery. Take the cableways up the Pilatus, Stanserhorn or Rigi mountains for breathtaking views, or see Lake Lucerne on a steamship cruise.
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1. Paragliding Luzern
Overall Ratings
5 based on 123 reviews
Paragliding Lucerne.Paragliding Tandem Flights around lake Lucerne.
Reviewed By Julene M
Everyone had a great time and we are definitely repeating next spring. The team was very friendly and fun to flight with. We were a little nervous at the beginning but once we were on the air we forgot and just enjoyed this amazing experience.
2. SkyGlide Paragliding Lake Lucerne
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5 based on 85 reviews
Welcome to SkyGlide in Lucerne, the adventure capital of Central Switzerland.Man's dream to fly can come true! Book a tandem-paragliding flight at Paragliding Lake Lucerne GmbH.
Reviewed By AntonovTorino - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
It was my first paragliding flight and I simply loved it...everything was perfect. Dani was the pilot and he really did a great job: extremely professional, confident and friendly. I enjoyed every single moment, take off and landing extremely and unexpacted easy. The location was amazing with a breathetaking view on the lake and the Mountains. A unique way to enjoy this wonderful piece of Switzerland.
I am sure I will do it again soon. Thanks Dani!!!
3. Mount Pilatus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By anuchawla09 - Gurugram (Gurgaon), India
The mighty mountain, overlooking the city of Lucerne is a must visit beautiful place. The cogwheel, to reach the mountain is one of the oldest man made marvel. During the journey via the cog wheel, one can experience lots of scenic beauty, panoramic views, and tiny water Springs. The thrill of experiencing this engineering wonder, the cogwheel is beyond words. Advisable to do a bit of research regarding the ticket booking or how to reach, as it also depends on the place where one is staying. However, one personal tip is that if you are planning to visit Titlis too, do this trip prior to Pilatus, you would be able to enjoy the cogwheel and Pilatus more! Your Swiss trip is incomplete without a visit to Pilatus.
4. Lake Luzern
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By NearlyFamous - UK
Historically insightful. Makes me want to stop at other locations. Audio guide was good, very swish boat (Saphir), built locally. Simple to book. Bürgenstock resort history slightly incomplete, missed the chance for a celebrity moment - Sophia Loren and Audrey Hepburn lived there! Plus the external lift built into the mountain is Europe’s highest. It’s cool.
5. Pilatus Bahnen AG
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4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By Hermes_NL - The Hague, The Netherlands
As part of the so-called Golden Roundtrip, we took the Aerial Cable way first from Kriens (with stops at Krienseregg and Frakmuntegg) and then the Panorama Gondolas to the summit of Mount Pilatus. The round trip is then continued by a descent from the mountain by the Cogswhell Railway (steepest in the world) and a boat ride to Lucerne, followed by a busride on Bus 1 from Lucerne to Kriens.
Parking in Kriens at the Cable way station is easy and at 5 CHF for the day, much cheaper than in Lucerne. You can buy the ticket for the Golden roundtrip in Kriens at the ticket office for a cool CHF 106.
The Cable cars leave as a continuous process - the Panoramic Gondolas however every 15 minutes and can be full with a maximum of 51 passengers.
6. Mt. Rigi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Mount Rigi's majestic peninsula on Lake Lucerne is the perfect setting for an authentic Swiss mountain experience with unforgettable views of over 13 lakes and the spectacular snow-capped Swiss Alps. Located in the heart of Switzerland, Mt. Rigi can be quickly and easily reached from Lucerne and Zurich. It is the Swiss people's favourite mountain destination, can be accessed via Europe's first ever cogwheel train (est. 1871) and is renowned for its numerous cogwheel railway and aerial cable car routes. You can visit Mt. Rigi 365 days a year and there's plenty of outdoor action on offer, including 120km of hiking trails. The numerous Lookouts, delightful terraces and the Mineral Baths at Rigi Kaltbad also ensure there are plenty of opportunities for rest and relaxation on the Queen of the Mountains.
Reviewed By CastawayKnight - New Fairfield, Connecticut
Mt.Rigi is a wonderfully accessible mountain on Lake Lucerne. The finest way to access it is on the Rigi Bahn - an electric railway based in the picturesque village of Vitznau. The railway has a roundhouse and turntable right in the center of the village. Beautifully kept rolling stock will take you right to the summit. Staying in Vitznau itself, with access by lake steamer to many other amazing destinations, is highly recommended.
7. Old Town Lucerne
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By FrustratedWolff - Los Angeles, California
We walked like 4 hours around town. Arrived on train. The city starts there. Cobblestone streets. Friendly people. Always willing to help. Very clean. Just a typical old Swiss town. Right out of a fairytale.
8. The Rosengart Collection
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4.5 based on 584 reviews
The private collection of Lucerne art dealer Angela Rosengart is open to the public since spring 2002. Over 200 important paintings and drawings by more than twenty world famous 19th and 20th century masters (Cezanne, Monet, Matisse, Picasso, Klee, Miro and many others) are on display in a neo-classical building specially remodelled for this purpose. Near the railway station.
Reviewed By Puttmans - Aveley, United Kingdom
We visited the Rosengart exhibition with the impression of being blown away by Picasso's artwork, and whilst it was stunning the thing that really took us was the great set of photographs on display of Picasso taken by David Douglas Duncan which showed the great man off at work and at play...dancing in his underpants. The black and white shots really relayed the mans character and soul. We were not so taken by the Paul Klee works, but that's just a personal opinion and we are all entitled to those. Not expensive to get in, you can utilise a cloak room and there are a limited amount of lockers should you wish to store your things. Toilet facilities are available but no cafe and a small shop in the entrance part of the building. The building itself was lovely with high ceilings and good light. A nice time had by both.
9. Swiss Museum of Transport
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4.5 based on 1 reviews
Switzerland’s most-visited museum is a place to experience the history of road-, rail, water- and air-borne mobility, as well as that of space travel. Its interactive attractions are sure to win you over – whatever the weather. Switzerland’s largest cinema screen in the Filmtheatre presents documentary films in XXL format. Meanwhile, the country’s largest, most modern Planetarium offers 360-degree flights to the stars. The Media World is where you’ll unearth new communication trends. And discover how famous Swiss chocolate is made from cocoa beans at the Swiss Chocolate Adventure visitor experience.
Reviewed By Nany O
This museum is a really nice spot if you want to have a different day. You can enjoy activities for separate. Like the chocolate Lindt experience, or the museum itself or the Planetarium. Even they have packages that are better if you want to save a bit of money, combined with the museum visit. I visited the Chocolate tour. It was very dinamic and entertaining. But definitely will come back to check the other attractions!
10. Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrucke)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By kellben2014 - Denver, Colorado
This is our second trip to Switzerland and both times we have made Lucerne a stop over. This is one of the coolest places we visit in Switzerland. The people and th ease of getting around make it worth spending a day or two here.
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