10-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich traveling south to Lugano, Lausanne, Geneva, and Bern

Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Zurich has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Lindenhof. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,259 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 Zurich, Weisses Rössli. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich is Zeughauskeller. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers.

Locals recommend Swiss Chuchi Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers.

Zurich also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Zurich is Kennedy's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 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 Zurich has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights 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 Kunsthaus Zürich. This attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,485 visitors. Kunsthaus Zürich gets around 382,603 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Zurich is the spectacular Grossmünster. This attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Zürich Opera House. This opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,119 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Zurich.

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.

When you’ve finished your meal, Markthalle is one of the best bars in the city of Zurich for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Rimini Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers.

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

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Zurich, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Zurich.

Today you'll explore the city of Lucerne. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne. This incredible attraction is a wooden bridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,021 visitors.

Chapel Bridge is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Lucerne. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Lucerne is Church of St. Leodegar. This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,624 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Lion Monument Lucerne. This sculpture and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,987 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Swiss Museum of Transport. This technology museum is a popular attraction with 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!

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Switzerland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Zurich.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich, like Cantinetta Antinori. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Switzerland!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

Joining a top-rated tour in Schwyz is another excellent way to spend your new day in Switzerland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Switzerland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Switzerland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Switzerland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Swissminiatur for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a miniature park and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,543 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Lugano Arte e Cultura. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,005 visitors, this museum building deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Parco Ciani. This attraction, a stunning urban park, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,205 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Lugano.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bistrot & Pizza Argentino, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lugano. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,569 customers.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Trattoria Galleria as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lugano. Ristorante Trattoria Galleria is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,111 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lugano is Acqua e Farina. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 676 customers.

After dinner, visit Il Fermento, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lugano. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Trinity Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 695 customers.

Alternatively, Bar Laura is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lugano. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip through Switzerland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Lausanne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,710 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Promenade sur les quais de Montreux. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 398 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,597 visitors.

The spectacular Chaplin's World is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,239 visitors.

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 Lausanne, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Inglewood Saint-Laurent, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

After dinner, visit The Great Escape, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lausanne. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,559 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like King Size Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,356 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Lausanne and embark on a scenic drive to Geneva, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lausanne 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 Lausanne. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Lausanne Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,709 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Olympic Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,425 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Lausanne Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,709 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible The Olympic Museum. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,425 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Chillon Castle. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,098 visitors.

The lovely Les Bains de Lavey is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,615 visitors have left this spa an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Auberge de Savièse. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,055 customers.

Locals also recommend Café du Soleil, another of the best restaurants in Geneva. Café du Soleil is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 7 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva 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 Nash Suites Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Geneva. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,970 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Geneva is the 5-star de la Cigogne. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,323 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Geneva is the 3-star Nash Pratik Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,803 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 Geneva, like the outstanding Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,616 visitors.

Bains des Pâquis is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Geneva. This incredible attraction is a public bath and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,124 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Geneva is the extraordinary Jardin Anglais. This urban park is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 17,964 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible L'horloge fleurie. Around 11,421 visitors have given this floral clock an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic St Pierre Cathedral. St Pierre Cathedral is a popular church, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,301 travelers.

Come to Geneva 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 Geneva.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant Les Armures, after your day of exploring the city of Geneva. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,758 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Geneva and the city of Gruyères. You’ll stay in Bern for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Geneva today is Parc de La Grange. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,058 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing The Geneva Water Fountain, an outstanding park, in the city of Geneva. Around 16,221 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Geneva is Broken Chair. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,375 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Switzerland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Switzerland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Gruyères Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Gruyères. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,511 visitors.

This outstanding museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,220 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bern.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern, Süder. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Rosengarten as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. Restaurant Rosengarten is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bern, Lötschberg. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland with a toast!

Day 9 of your road trip through Switzerland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bern and the city of Basel. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bern is the amazing UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bern is another excellent way to spend your new day in Switzerland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Switzerland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Switzerland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Switzerland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Basel Minster in the city of Basel for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,367 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Zurich.

After dinner, visit Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Rio Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 customers.

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

Day 10 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Zurich 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.

Zürichhorn is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Zurich. This river delta and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,483 visitors.

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

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