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

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 Bundesplatz. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,050 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, Brasserie Obstberg. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Süder. This restaurant is rated an average 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. This restaurant has an average rating 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 Turnhalle. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bern is tibits. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers.

Locals also enjoy Lötschberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-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 Museum of Communication. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,903 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Bern is the spectacular Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,839 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing bear pit. This architectural structure has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,764 visitors.

Rose Garden Bern is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This architectural structure is a popular destination among visitors in Bern. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,288 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

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.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Bern is Casino Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,429 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.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bern is Einstein – café & bel étage –. Einstein – café & bel étage – has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Switzerland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bern. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Basel. You’ll stay in Basel for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bern’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bern, start your day with a visit to the amazing UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kindlifresserbrunnen. This drinking fountain and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 751 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Zytglogge to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Zytglogge is an astronomical clock that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,318 visitors.

The lovely Bern Minster is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,755 visitors have left this church building 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 Münster platform. This attraction is an observation deck rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,441 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bern has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Basel. Basel 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 Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 520 reviews.

The remarkable Hotel Les Trois Rois is another top restaurant in Basel we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurant Fiorentina Basel is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Basel, the fantastic tibits. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful KLARA 13 AG. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

On day 4 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Basel. You’ll stay in Basel 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 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 1,036 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 3,234 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 3,375 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 Basel Zoo. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,001 visitors and gathers around 2,012,511 every year.

Tinguely Fountain is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Basel. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,054 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Basel is the extraordinary Gate of Spalen. This tower is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,435 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible University of Basel Botanical Garden. Around 1,042 visitors have given this botanical garden an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Kannenfeldpark. Kannenfeldpark is a popular must-see tourist destination, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,474 travelers.

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 Flanagan's, 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 1,232 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Basel, Volkshaus Basel. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

NOOHN is also one of the best bars in the city of Basel. 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.

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Basel has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Basel 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 Basel. 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 Basel, like the extraordinary Fine Arts Museum Basel. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,982 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Basel is the spectacular Basel Minster. This attraction is a cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,367 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Museum of Natural History Basel. This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,071 visitors.

Middle bridge is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This road bridge is a popular destination among visitors in Basel. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Basel does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Basel 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 Restaurant Boo Klybeck, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 551 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Basel is the popular Ufer7 Basel. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Basel is Schlüsselzunft. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Ängel or Aff is one of the best bars in the city of Basel for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

KaBAR is another of the most popular bars in the city of Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 630 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Basel is Schall und Rauch Bar. Schall und Rauch Bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 104 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Schaffhausen and the city of Riehen. You’ll stay in Schaffhausen for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Schaffhausen today is Waldfriedhof Schaffhausen. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 319 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Museum zu Allerheiligen, an outstanding museum, in the town of Schaffhausen. Around 284 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 town, 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 Beyeler Foundation for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Riehen. This popular attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,262 visitors. Approximately 332,000 people visit Riehen every year to see the fantastic Beyeler Foundation.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Schaffhausen, Restaurant La Piazza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

Locals recommend Hotel Kronenhof as one of the best restaurants in the city of Schaffhausen. Hotel Kronenhof is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 505 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Schaffhausen is Fassbeiz. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 194 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Schaffhausen, Tabaco Lounge. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 234 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bar No13. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

Suren's is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Schaffhausen. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 124 customers.

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

Day 7 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 Winterthur and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Zurich. You will stay in Zurich for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Winterthur is the amazing Swiss Science Center Technorama. This attraction is a technology museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,513 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Winterthur 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 The Dolder Grand, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,031 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tibits. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,746 customers.

Alternatively, Kennedy's Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend 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 8 of your road trip across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich 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 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 7,273 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 2,637 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 2,394 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 Zürich Zoo. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,031 visitors.

Kunsthaus Zürich is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Zurich. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,485 visitors. Up to 382,603 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Zurich is the extraordinary Grossmünster. This church building is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 8,203 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.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Babu's, after your day of exploring the city of Zurich. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,949 customers.

Café Bar ODEON is another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich is Oliver Twist. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

Locals recommend El Lokal, 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Zurich, Markthalle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Rimini Bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average 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.

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 Zurich. 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. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Zurich’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Zurich, start your day with a visit to the amazing Lindenhof. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,259 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Swiss National Museum. This organization and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,999 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Botanical Garden to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Botanical Garden is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,132 visitors.

The lovely Zürichhorn is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,483 visitors have left this river delta 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 Chinagarten Zürich. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 5,297 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Zurich has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lucerne. 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!

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Lucerne and embark on a scenic drive to Bern, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lucerne 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 Lucerne. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Chapel Bridge. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 29,664 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Lion Monument Lucerne. This attraction, a beloved sculpture, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,987 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Lucerne is the stunning Swiss Museum of Transport. This technology museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,371 visitors. Approximately 562,605 travelers come to Lucerne every year to see this fascinating attraction.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable St. Beatus Caves. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,805 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Entrecôte Fédérale. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,171 customers.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare, another of the best restaurants in Bern. Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Noa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 799 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Klösterli Weincafe to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bern, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

Lorenzini is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 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!

Day 11 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.

Waisenhausplatz 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 786 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!