10-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Bern traveling east to Lucerne, Zurich, and Basel

Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Bern has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Rose Garden Bern. This attraction is an architectural structure and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,288 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern, Süder. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Restaurant Rosengarten. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers.

Bern also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bern is Lötschberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Switzerland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Bern has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Bern by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Bern. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Bern, like the extraordinary Bern Minster. This attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Bern is the spectacular UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Zytglogge. This astronomical clock has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,318 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Bern.

Your discovery of Bern does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Bern on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, be sure to eat at Kornhauskeller, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Bern is the popular Luce. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern is one of the best bars in the city of Bern for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

Adrianos Bar & Café is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Bern!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lucerne. You’ll stay in Lucerne for 1 night.

This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,805 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Harderkulm. This mountain and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,505 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,813 visitors.

The lovely Titlis Cliff Walk is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 16,452 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Aare Gorge - West Entrance. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,999 reviews.

Lucerne offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Grottino 1313. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 624 reviews.

The remarkable Mill'Feuille is another top restaurant in Lucerne we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous tibits Luzern is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,445 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lucerne, the fantastic Bierliebe & Friends. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Suite small plates & cocktails. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Shamrock Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 833 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

Day 4 of your road trip through Switzerland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Lucerne and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Zurich. You will stay in Zurich for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Lucerne is the amazing Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne. This attraction is a wooden bridge that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,021 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Chapel Bridge. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lucerne is the outstanding Church of St. Leodegar. This popular church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,624 visitors.

The spectacular Lion Monument Lucerne is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating sculpture and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,987 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Swiss Museum of Transport. This attraction is a popular technology museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,371 visitors. Swiss Museum of Transport hosts around 562,605 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

You can make the most of your new day in Lucerne by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Switzerland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zurich, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Weisses Rössli, one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

Locals also recommend Zeughauskeller as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. Zeughauskeller is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich is Swiss Chuchi Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers.

After dinner, visit Kennedy's Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland!

On day 5 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the H+ Hotel Zürich, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Zurich. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,185 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Zurich is the 5-star FIVE Zurich. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,507 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Zurich is the 3-star Neufeld. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,299 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Zurich, like the outstanding Botanical Garden. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,132 visitors.

Zürichhorn is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Zurich. This incredible attraction is a river delta and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,483 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Zurich is the extraordinary Chinagarten Zürich. This park is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 5,297 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Zürich Opera House. Around 6,119 visitors have given this opera house an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Come to Zurich prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Zurich.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich.

Locals recommend Markthalle, one of the best bars in the city of Zurich, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Zurich, Rimini Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Switzerland.

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Zurich has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Zurich by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Zurich. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Zurich, like the extraordinary Swiss National Museum. This attraction is an organization and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,999 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Zurich is the spectacular Lindenhof. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,259 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Grossmünster. This church building has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

Kunsthaus Zürich is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Zurich. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,485 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 382,603 visitors.

Your discovery of Zurich does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Zurich on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, be sure to eat at Cantinetta Antinori, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Zurich!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Zurich and embark on a scenic drive to Basel, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Zurich before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Zurich. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 284 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Schwabentor. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 162 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Zurich is the stunning Rhine Falls. This waterfall and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 69,929 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 520 customers.

After dinner, visit tibits to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Basel, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like KLARA 13 AG. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. KLARA 13 AG has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Switzerland, and look forward to more great days to come!

On day 8 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Basel. You’ll stay in Basel for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Gaia Hotel , one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Basel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,002 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Basel is the 4-star Spalentor. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,138 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Basel is the 3-star Rochat. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,331 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Basel, like the outstanding Tinguely Fountain. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,054 visitors.

Fine Arts Museum Basel is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Basel. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,982 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Basel is the extraordinary Museum Tinguely. This art museum is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,274 reviews.

Come to Basel prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Basel.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like WERK 8, after your day of exploring the city of Basel. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 996 customers.

Gifthüttli is another of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,132 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Basel is Za Zaa - Lebanese Soul Food. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 926 customers.

Locals recommend NOOHN, one of the best bars in the city of Basel, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 829 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Switzerland.

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in Switzerland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Basel. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Basel’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Basel, start your day with a visit to the amazing Basel Minster. This much-appreciated cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,367 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Museum of Natural History Basel. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,071 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular middle bridge to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular middle bridge is a road bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors.

The lovely Gate of Spalen is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,435 visitors have left this tower average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Kannenfeldpark. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,474 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Basel has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bern. Bern offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Entrecôte Fédérale. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,171 reviews.

The remarkable Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare is another top restaurant in Bern we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bern, the fantastic The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Lorenzini. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

Day 10 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bern before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Bundesplatz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bern. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,050 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Bern and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Switzerland.

You’ll then say farewell to Bern. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Switzerland!