7-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Bern traveling north to Basel

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 Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,839 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Bern is the spectacular Museum of Communication. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,903 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Natural History Museum of Bern. This natural history museum has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,789 visitors.

Zentrum Paul Klee is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Bern. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,117 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 148,610 visitors.

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!

Day 3 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 Bern and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Basel. You will stay in Basel for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bern is the amazing UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible astronomical clock, Zytglogge. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,318 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bern is the outstanding Bern Minster. This popular church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Bern 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 Basel, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits, one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

After dinner, visit tibits, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like KLARA 13 AG. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through 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 1,002 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 3,138 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 3,331 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 Grand Casino Basel. This attraction has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,755 visitors.

Kannenfeldpark is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Basel. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,474 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Basel is the extraordinary University of Basel Botanical Garden. This botanical garden is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,042 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Gate of Spalen. Around 2,435 visitors have given this tower an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 NOOHN, 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 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 Dreiländereck. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,724 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Basel is the spectacular Museum Tinguely. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,274 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Basel Paper Mill. This paper museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,386 visitors.

Fine Arts Museum Basel is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Basel. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,982 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, Schall und Rauch Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Basel for an after-dinner drink. This 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Switzerland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Basel. 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 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Basel’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Basel, start your day with a visit to the amazing middle bridge. This much-appreciated road bridge and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Museum of Natural History Basel. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,071 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Basel Minster to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Basel Minster is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,367 visitors.

The lovely Tinguely Fountain is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,054 visitors have left this park 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 Wettsteinbrücke. This attraction is a road bridge rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 939 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Basel 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 Entrecôte Fédérale. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,171 reviews.

The remarkable Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare 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 1,032 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bern, the fantastic The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Lorenzini. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in 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!