7-Day Switzerland road trip from Bern to Zurich and Schaffhausen

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 7-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 Zytglogge. This attraction is an astronomical clock and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,318 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 Bern Minster. This church building has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,755 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!

You’ll stay in Zurich for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Titlis Cliff Walk. This excellent attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,452 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. 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 Swiss Museum of Transport for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Lucerne. This popular attraction is a technology museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,371 visitors. Approximately 562,605 people visit Lucerne every year to see the fantastic Swiss Museum of Transport.

This outstanding sculpture has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,987 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Chapel Bridge in the city of Lucerne. This attraction, a stunning top-tier point of interest, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Zurich, Kennedy's Irish Pub. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,395 customers.

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

On day 4 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 Kunsthaus Zürich. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,485 visitors and gathers around 382,603 every year.

Grossmünster is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Zurich. This incredible attraction is a church building and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Zurich is the extraordinary Zürich Opera House. This opera house is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,119 reviews.

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.

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Zurich and embark on a scenic drive to Schaffhausen, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. 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. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Lindenhof. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,259 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Swiss National Museum. This attraction, a beloved organization, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,999 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Zurich is the stunning Botanical Garden. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,132 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in Zurich. The popular Chinagarten Zürich is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,297 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Lindenhof. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,259 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Swiss National Museum. This organization and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,999 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Botanical Garden. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,132 visitors.

The lovely Chinagarten Zürich is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,297 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Swiss Science Center Technorama is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Zurich. This point of interest is a technology museum rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 7,513 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant La Piazza. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 575 customers.

Locals also recommend Hotel Kronenhof, another of the best restaurants in Schaffhausen. Hotel Kronenhof is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 505 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Al-Andalus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Fassbeiz to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Schaffhausen, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 194 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like NEUSTADT. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. NEUSTADT has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 177 customers.

Tabaco Lounge is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 234 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!

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Rhine Falls. This attraction is a waterfall and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 69,929 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Schaffhausen 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.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Basel is the outstanding middle bridge. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors, this road bridge deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Entrecôte Fédérale, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,171 customers.

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

After dinner, visit The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Lorenzini. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

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

Day 7 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!