11-Day Switzerland road trip from Zurich to Bern, Geneva, Lausanne, and Schaffhausen

Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich for 3 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 11-day vacation in Switzerland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Zurich has to offer. Cherish the 2 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!

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 Lucerne. 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 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lucerne’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lucerne, start your day with a visit to the amazing Lion Monument Lucerne. This much-appreciated sculpture and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,987 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Church of St. Leodegar. This church building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,624 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Swiss Museum of Transport to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Swiss Museum of Transport is a technology museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,371 visitors. Every year, around 562,605 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Chapel Bridge is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 29,664 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination 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 Spreuer Bridge, Lucerne. This attraction is a wooden bridge rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,021 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lucerne 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 Süder. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 519 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Rosengarten 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 4,281 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bern, the fantastic Lötschberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

You still have 2 nights left in Bern.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Titlis Cliff Walk. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,452 visitors.

Aare Gorge is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,209 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Aare Gorge - West Entrance. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,999 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Harderkulm. This mountain and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,505 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic St. Beatus Caves. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,805 visitors.

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 Bern.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern, like Kornhauskeller. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

Luce is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bern. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bern, Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Adrianos Bar & Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your 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 Bern. You’ll stay in Bern 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 Best Western Plus Hotel Bern, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Bern. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,082 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Bern is the 5-star Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,438 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Bern is the 3-star Kreuz Bern. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,295 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 Bern, like the outstanding Bern Minster. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

UNESCO - Bern Old Town is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Bern. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Bern is the extraordinary Rose Garden Bern. This architectural structure is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,288 reviews.

Come to Bern 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 Bern.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Entrecôte Fédérale, after your day of exploring the city of Bern. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,171 customers.

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

Locals recommend The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Bern, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Bern, Lorenzini. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Bern 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 Bern 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 Bern. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Gruyères Castle. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,511 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible La Maison du Gruyère. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,220 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Chaplin's World. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,239 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Freddie Mercury statue. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,710 reviews.

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 7,198 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 1,348 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 4,833 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 Parc de La Grange. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,058 visitors.

The Geneva Water Fountain is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Geneva. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Geneva is the extraordinary Bains des Pâquis. This public bath is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 8,124 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Broken Chair. Around 7,375 visitors have given this must-see tourist destination an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva is a popular botanical garden, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,616 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.

You’ll stay in Lausanne for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Geneva today is St Pierre Cathedral. This excellent attraction is a church that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,301 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing L'horloge fleurie, an outstanding floral clock, in the city of Geneva. Around 11,421 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Geneva is Jardin Anglais. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,964 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 Chillon Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,098 visitors.

This outstanding spa has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,615 travelers.

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

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

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

You could also relax with a drink 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.

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 Lausanne 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 Lausanne is the amazing Lausanne Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,709 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible The Olympic Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,425 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Lausanne 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’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Schaffhausen.

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

Locals also 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 Al-Andalus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

After dinner, visit Fassbeiz, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Schaffhausen. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 194 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like NEUSTADT. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 177 customers.

Alternatively, Tabaco Lounge is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Schaffhausen. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 234 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Schaffhausen and embark on a scenic drive to Zurich, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen. This attraction is a waterfall that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 69,929 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Swiss Science Center Technorama. This attraction is a technology museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,513 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Observation Deck B. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,301 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Üetliberg. This mountain and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,033 visitors.

The lovely Uetliberg Lookout Tower is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,288 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cantinetta Antinori. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,379 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!

Day 11 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.

Arboretum Zürich is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Zurich. This arboretum and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,782 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!