One-Week Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich to Basel, Lausanne, and Bern

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 8-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!

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Üetliberg. This attraction is a mountain and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,033 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Uetliberg Lookout Tower. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,288 visitors.

Swiss Science Center Technorama is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular technology museum, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 7,513 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Zurich 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 Museum zu Allerheiligen for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 284 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Rhine Falls. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 69,929 visitors, this waterfall 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 Basel.

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!

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Basel and embark on a scenic drive to Lausanne, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Basel 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 Basel. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful middle bridge. This attraction is a road bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,992 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Basel Minster. This attraction, a beloved cathedral, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,367 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Chillon Castle. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,098 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Inglewood Saint-Laurent. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,195 customers.

After dinner, visit The Great Escape to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lausanne, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,559 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like King Size Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. King Size Pub has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,356 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!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lausanne, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Lausanne.

Today you'll explore the city of Geneva. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,616 visitors.

Jardin Anglais is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Geneva. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,964 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Geneva is L'horloge fleurie. This amazing attraction is a floral clock and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,421 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding The Geneva Water Fountain. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic St Pierre Cathedral. This church is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,301 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 Lausanne.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne, like Le Ticino - Restaurant Lausanne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,086 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lausanne, Pub Les Gosses du Québec. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like McCarthy's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Switzerland!

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

One of the best places to explore in the city of Lausanne today is Lausanne Cathedral. This excellent attraction is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,709 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing The Olympic Museum, an outstanding museum, in the city of Lausanne. Around 8,425 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 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 Gruyères Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Gruyères. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,511 visitors.

This outstanding museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,220 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern, Süder. This restaurant has an average rating 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. Restaurant Rosengarten is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bern, Lötschberg. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 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 is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bern and the city of Lucerne. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bern is the amazing UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Rose Garden Bern. This architectural structure and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,288 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bern 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 Lion Monument Lucerne in the city of Lucerne for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a sculpture and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,987 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Lucerne is the outstanding Chapel Bridge. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors, this best-rated sightseeing destination 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 Zurich.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cantinetta Antinori, one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

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

Day 8 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.

Botanical Garden is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Zurich. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,132 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!