5-Day Switzerland Road Trip from Zurich traveling east to Lugano and St. Gallen

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 5-day vacation in Switzerland!

Day 2 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 Zurich and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lugano. You will stay in Lugano for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Zurich is the amazing Grossmünster. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible opera house, Zürich Opera House. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,119 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Zurich is the outstanding Chinagarten Zürich. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,297 visitors.

The spectacular Zürich Zoo is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating zoo and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,031 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bistrot & Pizza Argentino, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lugano. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,569 customers.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Trattoria Galleria as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lugano. Ristorante Trattoria Galleria is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,111 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lugano is Ristorante Commercianti. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 972 customers.

After dinner, visit Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lugano. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,096 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Il Fermento. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Alternatively, Trinity Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lugano. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 695 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip through Switzerland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Lugano and the city of Melide. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Lugano is the amazing Parco Ciani. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,205 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Lugano Arte e Cultura. This museum building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,005 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Lugano 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 Three Castles of Bellinzona in the city of Melide for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an architectural ensemble and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,471 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try GRECO, one of the best restaurants in the city of St. Gallen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.

Locals also recommend tibits St. Gallen as one of the best restaurants in the city of St. Gallen. Tibits St. Gallen is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,004 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of St. Gallen is focacceria St. Gallen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.

After dinner, visit HANS IM GLÜCK - ST. GALLEN Kugelgasse, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of St. Gallen. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 747 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Süd Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 721 customers.

Alternatively, Blumenmarkt is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of St. Gallen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 557 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 St. Gallen 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 St. Gallen and Winterthur 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 St. Gallen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Rhine Falls. This attraction is a waterfall that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 69,929 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Neuhausen 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 Winterthur has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Swiss Science Center Technorama. This attraction is a technology museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,513 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Winterthur, 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 5 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 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!