One-Week Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich traveling south to Lugano, Bern, Geneva, and Lausanne

Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich for 2 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 The Dolder Grand. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,031 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Zurich is Tibits. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,746 customers.

Locals also enjoy 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!

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 Zurich. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lugano. You’ll stay in Lugano for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Zurich’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Zurich, start your day with a visit to the amazing Zürich Zoo. This much-appreciated zoo and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,031 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kunsthaus Zürich. This art museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,485 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Kunsthaus Zürich welcomes 382,603 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Grossmünster to make the most of your road trip across Switzerland. The spectacular Grossmünster is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

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

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Zurich has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lugano. Lugano 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 Bistrot & Pizza Argentino. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,569 reviews.

The remarkable Ristorante Trattoria Galleria is another top restaurant in Lugano we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,111 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ristorante Commercianti is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 972 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lugano, the fantastic Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,096 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Il Fermento. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Trinity Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 695 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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 Lugano and embark on a scenic drive to Bern, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lugano 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 Lugano. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parco Ciani. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,205 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Swiss Museum of Transport. This attraction is a technology museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,371 visitors. Around 562,605 people visit Swiss Museum of Transport every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Lion Monument Lucerne. This sculpture and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,987 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Chapel Bridge. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Brasserie Obstberg. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 628 customers.

Locals also recommend Süder, another of the best restaurants in Bern. Süder is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurant Rosengarten. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Turnhalle to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bern, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like tibits. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Tibits has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers.

Lötschberg is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 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 4 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 Hotel Ambassador, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Bern. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,990 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 1,417 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Bern is the 3-star Prizeotel Bern-City. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 11,194 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 UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

Bern Minster is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Bern. This incredible attraction is a church building and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Bern is the extraordinary bear pit. This architectural structure is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 13,764 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 Kornhauskeller, after your day of exploring the city of Bern. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bern is Casino Bern. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,429 customers.

Locals recommend Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern, 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Bern, Adrianos Bar & Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

Einstein – café & bel étage – is also one of the best bars in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip through Switzerland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Gruyères and the city of Pringy. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the village of Gruyères is the amazing Gruyères Castle. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,511 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible HR Giger Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,707 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Gruyères 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 Chillon Castle in the city of Pringy for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,098 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Auberge de Savièse, one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,055 customers.

Locals also recommend Oh Martine! as one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. Oh Martine! is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva is Café du Soleil. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

After dinner, visit Beau-Rivage Genève, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,169 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Demi Lune Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 968 customers.

Alternatively, Le Kraken is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

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

Day 6 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 Geneva and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lausanne. You will stay in Lausanne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Geneva is the amazing L'horloge fleurie. This attraction is a floral clock that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,421 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible urban park, Jardin Anglais. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,964 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Geneva is the outstanding The Geneva Water Fountain. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 visitors.

The spectacular Bains des Pâquis is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating public bath and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,124 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. This attraction is a popular botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,616 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Beau-Rivage Palace, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,230 customers.

Locals also recommend Holy Cow! as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne. Holy Cow! is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,760 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lausanne is Inglewood Saint-Laurent. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

After dinner, visit The Great Escape, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lausanne. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,356 customers.

Alternatively, Bleu Lézard is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lausanne. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,546 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Lausanne 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 Lausanne and Montreux 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 Lausanne. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Chaplin's World. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,239 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Corsier-sur-Vevey and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Montreux has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Freddie Mercury statue. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,710 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Montreux, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Zurich. When you arrive in Zurich 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 Babu's. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,949 customers.

Locals also recommend Café Bar ODEON, another of the best restaurants in Zurich. Café Bar ODEON is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Oliver Twist. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit El Lokal to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Zurich, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Markthalle. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Markthalle has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Rimini Bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 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 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.

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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Zurich at Cantinetta Antinori before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Kafi Dihei for your last chance at a meal in the city of Zurich. The Kafi Dihei restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Viadukt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

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