What to do and see in Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne: The Best Cultural Tours

February 18, 2022 Madelene Haan

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. Private Classic Lucerne City Walk

Nightwatchman Walk
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Discover Lucerne on a two hours comprehensive city sight seeing walking tour covering all "must have seen" attractions. In addition explore the hidden spots of classic, medieval and modern Lucerne. See the Lion Monument, climb the Musegg Wall and Towers, admire the medieval houses and fascinating murals of the historical center and enjoy an inside visit of the Ritter Palace with its profound "Danse Macabre". Your tour starts and ends at your Hotel in the City of Lucerne. (On Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays and Special Events the Ritter Palace is closed and can be visited from the outside only. During the winter from November to March the Musegg Wall and Towers are closed and can be visited from the outside only)

Inclusions: Private Walking Tour, Professional Local Guide, Pick up and drop off at your Lucerne Hotel (within city limits), Three exclusive post cards featuring Old Lucerne, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Public Transportation Ticket (if applicable, depending on the location of your Hotel. If you stay in a Lucerne Hotel you are entitled to free public transportation during the entire stay., On Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays and Special Events the Ritter Palace is closed and can be visited from the outside only., During the winter from November to March the Musegg Wall and Towers are closed and can be visited from the outside only.

Reviewed By Sharon R

The evening walking tour provided by Ralf the Nightwatchman is fascinating and a unique way to discover parts of Lucerne that you may not otherwise visit. Ralf conducts the tour in medieval dress and recounts life as it was in medieval times. He has lots of interesting stories and projects images on walls to elaborate his stories. I would highly recommend this unique tour to anyone visiting Lucerne.

2. Lake Luzern pick and mix Tour - Burgenstock, Rigi Seebodenalp and Luzern

Typically Swiss Tours and More
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The Lake Luzern tour gives you a multitude of choices to visit which is the beauty of this tour. Luzern will be on everybody`s list of places to visit and possibly have lunch and then there is a myriad of places to see or visit. The natural beauty and stunning views are never far away which makes this area the place the Swiss call home. As well many fascinating places in Luzern itself, drive up to Burgenstock or RIgi Seebodenalp. Visit a chocollate or cheese factory and tuck into some samples or make your own swiss army penknife or glass ornament. We`ll make our way around the villages on the banks of Lake Luzern so that you can appreciate the beauty in the heartland of Switzerland.

Inclusions: Round-trip private transfer, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Bottled water, Tour escort/host

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Admission to attractions eg gorges, cable cars.

Reviewed By JarekMakos

Chris has organized amazing trip around central Switerland for our VIP family of 5. He paid attention to every detail and was extremely helpful. Without him, planning this trip could be very problematic. He also made a surprise for girls' birthdays offering them customized chocolate. He is also very knowledgeable and kind person. Highly recommended!

3. Lucerne's Past and Present with Local

Pfistergasse 24, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland LocalBini - Your European peer2peer platform for Experiences by Locals
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This experience is provided by a private local. Discover the historical side of Lucerne with a passionate local who wants to share all the best-kept secrets of Lucerne with you! Our excursion will start near the historical museum, in the heart of Lucerne!. You will learn about the various architectural styles from different time periods and find out how the city has changed over time. From visiting churches to discovering the history behind the Musegg Wall or even the Leodegar church, you will encounter unique sites that an ordinary tourist tour won’t show you! We know that travelling is the best way of learning, and having a knowledgeable local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better! Of course, if you wish to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know, and I will adjust the itinerary for you!

Inclusions: A local that wants to show you his city!

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Reviewed By Fenton2018

Our guide, Florence, was very pleasant & knowledgeable. Communication was excellent & the walking tour was most enjoyable & we got to see all the highlights. We can highly recommend it to anyone visiting Basel

4. Hidden Secrets by Electric Cargo Bike

Frohburgstrasse 5, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland Loop Tours Luzern
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Hop on board the only electric cargo bike tour in Switzerland! A unique and fun way to explore areas of Lucerne often missed by the tourists. While you cruise outside the city limits, taking in the breathtaking scenery that the country is famous for, you’ll get an insider’s view of the local way of life. On this small-group tour, you’re ensured a familiar and relaxed atmosphere, giving you time to interact with the guide and ask any questions about the people and the culture. This is the perfect tour for everyone, including families with younger kids, and we are proud to say it’s one of the best things to do in Lucerne.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle

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Reviewed By godfreyn735

Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value Wonderful experience, a special and unforgettable way to visit luzern and its surroundings. Roberto is driving us through this tour with fun and great stops at special places, all that with real kindness and professionnalism. I highly recommend this tour !

5. City tour plus Lucerne

Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre, Europaplatz 1, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland eTukTuk Luzern
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Guided private city tour with the most important Lucerne sights. In addition, the non-tourist areas of the city are shown exclusively with local guides.

Inclusions: Local guide, Bottled water, 90 minute tour through and around Lucerne, Live commentary on board

Exclusions: Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Kandriko2020

Pascal gave as an amazing tour in French, as some members of our group spoke neither German nor English. He was very knowledgable and entertaining, and we highly recommend him.

6. The heart of Lucerne

Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre, Europaplatz 1, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland eTukTuk Luzern
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Personal tour guide Custom tailor made tours Unique experience in Lucerne Experience Lucerne from another side

Inclusions: 60-minute personal tour in the eTukTuk, Local driver / guide, Live comment on board

Exclusions: Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By Startek

Do not miss the opportunty to book a tour with Pascal, the owner, who will not only make you feel welcome but will also offer you a very informative and enjoyable tour of the Old Town of Luzern and point out elements that you may not discover otherwise. Thank you Pascal for a very memorable experience!

7. Rickshaw city tour in Lucerne with music & Prosecco

Mobility Carsharing, Frohburgstrasse 2, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland Manuel Waldisberg
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Because I want you to experience Lucerne differently - in a rickshaw with Caribbean music and also a Güpli Prosecco. Since we can use the bike trails, we are faster than on foot and at the same time more flexible than cars / taxis / other means of transport / etc. The guests can count on smiling faces on the way because I am the only rickshaw in Lucerne of this kind.

Inclusions: A Güpli Prosecco, Favorite music

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8. Hidden Secrets by Electric Cargo Bike

Frohburgstrasse 5, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland Loop Tours Luzern
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Hop on board the only electric cargo bike tour in Switzerland! A unique and fun way to explore areas of Lucerne often missed by the tourists. While you cruise outside the city limits, taking in the breathtaking scenery that the country is famous for, you’ll get an insider’s view of the local way of life. On this small-group tour, you’re ensured a familiar and relaxed atmosphere, giving you time to interact with the guide and ask any questions about the people and the culture. This is the perfect tour for everyone, including families with younger kids, and we are proud to say it’s one of the best things to do in Lucerne.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle

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Reviewed By godfreyn735

Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value Wonderful experience, a special and unforgettable way to visit luzern and its surroundings. Roberto is driving us through this tour with fun and great stops at special places, all that with real kindness and professionnalism. I highly recommend this tour !

9. Lucerne Walking and Boat Tour: The Best Swiss Experience

Torbogen Luzern, Bahnhofpl., 6003 Luzern, Switzerland Passenger Diaries
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This incredibly wide-ranging and exceptional value-for-money Lucerne Small Group tour (10 persons) encompasses the very best of Lucerne's attractions in 3 hours. Discover Lucerne's best sights and attractions from the water, on a one hour boat trip around Lake Lucerne, and in a two hrs. relaxing walking city tour. After the Walking tour, your guide will escort you to begin the boat tour (self guided with audioguide in several languages)

Inclusions: Local guide, One hour sightseeing cruise, Lift Ticket to Lucerne Castle, Two hrs. walking city tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Personal expenses, Travel Insurance

Reviewed By L8537UBmohammedk

Very good and informative tour and tour guide Professional Great pics Great day Showed us places with brilliant views

10. Bern Small-Group Day Trip from Zurich Including Cheese Tasting

Best of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Coach Parking, Limmatstrasse 4, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland Best of Switzerland Tours
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Discover the delights of Bern and the surrounding countryside on a day trip from Zurich. Enjoy the rural charms of the lush, mountainous Swiss landscape. Stop at the Kambly Experience to see how Switzerland’s finest biscuits are made. Take a guided tour around the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Bern Old Town, and learn about the art of making Emmental cheese during a visit to a show dairy, which will include a cheese tasting. Numbers limited to 16 people, ensuring a small-group experience.

Inclusions: Transportation in comfortable Mercedes minibus, free WIFI included, Professional multilingual guide, Visit to Kambly Experience with biscuit tasting, Guided tour of Berne Old Town, Visit to Emmentaler show dairy, incl. audio-visual museum “King’s Way” and cheese tasting, Goodie bag incl. typical Swiss products

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop off, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By Swiss_Miss_K

Great Trip to the Appenzellerland with the Mountain, Cheese and Chocolate Tour. Got delicious cheese and chocolate to taste, scenery is very pretty, very typical. Can highly recommend the trip.

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