4-Day Switzerland road trip Starting from Bern to Zurich

Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 2 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 4-day vacation in Switzerland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 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 Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich for 1 night. 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 must-see tourist 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 Zytglogge. This astronomical clock and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,318 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Bern Minster to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Bern Minster is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

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 Zurich. Zurich 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 Weisses Rössli. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 525 reviews.

The remarkable Zeughauskeller is another top restaurant in Zurich we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Swiss Chuchi Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Zurich, the fantastic Kennedy's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Switzerland!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Zurich 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 Zurich and 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 Zurich. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Zürich Zoo. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,031 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Lindenhof. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,259 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Zurich is the stunning Grossmünster. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Rhine Falls. This attraction is a waterfall that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 69,929 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Schaffhausen, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Bern. When you arrive in Bern you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Kornhauskeller. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,436 customers.

Locals also recommend Luce, another of the best restaurants in Bern. Luce is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

After dinner, visit Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bern, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Adrianos Bar & Café. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Adrianos Bar & Café has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 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 4 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bern at Entrecôte Fédérale before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,171 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bern. The Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

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