One-Week Relaxed Switzerland Road Trip from Bern to Zurich

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Switzerland begins when you reach Bern, where you’ll stay for a total of 3 nights.

Bern is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Rose Garden Bern. Around 4,288 visitors have rated this fascinating architectural structure and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Bern offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Brasserie Obstberg. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Süder serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Bern has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 519 reviews.

Restaurant Rosengarten is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,281 customers, Restaurant Rosengarten is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Bern looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Turnhalle, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,298 reviews.

Tibits offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Bern. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Lötschberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Switzerland! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Switzerland!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Switzerland, you'll explore the best attractions in Bern at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Bern, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous bear pit. This incredible architectural structure has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,764 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Switzerland by seeing another popular site in Bern, the wonderful Bern Minster. This church building is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,764 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This must-see tourist destination has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,711 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Zytglogge. This astronomical clock is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,318 visitors.

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After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Bern. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Kornhauskeller. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Luce, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Luce is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by 1,541 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Casino Bern. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,429 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Bern and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern. This vibrant bar is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Adrianos Bar & Café. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Einstein – café & bel étage –. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Einstein – café & bel étage – has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Switzerland, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 3 of your laid-back and relaxed road trip adventure, you’ll have the chance to visit two remarkable areas in Switzerland. Since this self-drive tour offers freedom and flexibility, you can decide how much time you want to spend in each place to enjoy the memorable travel destinations in Switzerland.

Your first destination is the beautiful city of Innertkirchen. As the day progresses, you’ll continue your in-depth tour of the country in the city of Lucerne. You’ll spend 4 nights in Zurich.

Take the opportunity to relax while admiring what the city has to offer. While on a relaxed road trip, one of the best places to explore in the city is the remarkable Titlis Cliff Walk. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular sightseeing spot has an average rating of 4.7 over 5 stars from 16,452 visitors.

While exploring the city of Innertkirchen, we highly recommend you join one of its top-rated tours. Joining a tour will allow you to better understand the local culture in Switzerland, meet new people, and create memorable experiences, while you comfortably enjoy.

After a fun experience in Innertkirchen, buckle up and enjoy a relaxing drive to your next stop, the incredible city of Lucerne. This is your opportunity to create more unforgettable memories in Switzerland and discover the wonderful Lucerne.

While in Lucerne, take a break at one of its best attractions, the great Swiss Museum of Transport. This technology museum and popular site has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 11,371 reviews. Moreover, about 562,605 sightseers visit this place annually.

Another top location in the city is the fascinating Lion Monument Lucerne. Most travelers find that this sculpture and travel destination lives up to its rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,987 reviews.

If you’re interested in exploring more unique attractions, visit the fantastic Chapel Bridge. This travel spotis a go-to place in Lucerne. This stunning attraction and top-tier point of interest has a 4.7 out of 5 star-rating from 29,664 visitors.

As this day of your laid-back exploration of the best attractions in Switzerland comes to a close, continue your relaxed road trip adventure in Zurich. Drive leisurely, enjoy the views, and listen to some good music. In Zurich, you’ll choose from the best hotels and places to stay in the city and restore your energy.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, take it easy and have a wonderful dinner at one of the best restaurants in Zurich. Check out Weisses Rössli, a top choice in Switzerland due to its excellent meals and service.

Another Zurich restaurant to try is a local favorite, Zeughauskeller.

If you’re looking for another must-visit option, Swiss Chuchi Restaurant is a perfect choice. This popular restaurant in Zurich has a score of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,383 people.

After dinner, many travelers enjoy hanging out and unwinding at some of the top bars in Zurich. The popular The Dolder Grand has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,031 customers and is the perfect place to fully appreciate your unhurried and relaxed road trip vacation in Switzerland.

You could also relax with a drink at another popular bar like Tibits. This hang-out has an average rating of 4.4 from 2,746 individuals.

If you want to visit another place, the locals of Zurich recommend Kennedy's Irish Pub. Due to its local reputation, this bar boasts an average rating of 4.3 over 5 stars from 2,395 individuals.

Celebrate another day of your relaxing road trip through Switzerland with a toast at a top-rated bar in Zurich!

Day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip through Switzerland serves as your introduction to Zurich. This is your chance to experience the very best of the city and appreciate Switzerland and its distinct culture and people.

Upon arriving in Zurich, you can check in at the accommodation of your choice for a quick break. This 4-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 3,320 former guests.

You’ll enjoy restful days and nights at the 5-star FIVE Zurich. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,637 guests, FIVE Zurich is the best luxury hotel option we recommend while in the city.

The 3-star ibis Styles Zurich City Center offers comfort at an affordable price, perfect for practical travelers. Ibis Styles Zurich City Center is a top-rated budget hotel in Zurich with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 6,748 guests.

These recommendations are among the most popular places to stay in Zurich. If any of these options are not available during your stay in the city, we’ll provide you with the best alternatives. Our flexible booking system will automatically offer you a selection of accommodations that fit your budget and needs.

You'll enjoy easy access to the most remarkable sights in Zurich, allowing you to explore the city at a relaxed pace. For example, you can take in the unique atmosphere of the city from the outstanding Chinagarten Zürich. This park and attraction is one of the top travel destinations in Zurich. The fascinating Chinagarten Zürich has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,297 travelers.

Zurich is also home to the captivating Zürich Opera House, a local opera house and another popular attraction in the city. About 6,119 visitors have rated this incredible site with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

The extraordinary Zürich Zoo is another unforgettable place you can visit on your easy and relaxed road trip across Switzerland. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,031 travelers, Zürich Zoo proves to be one of the top sights in the area.

A trip to this wonderful site will inspire you.

Every year, travelers gather around this fascinating sightseeing spot to appreciate its unique features.

Tours often allow you to see beyond what books and social media feature about Zurich, its culture, and people. So for a more meaningful travel experience in the city, we recommend you join one of the most popular tours available on this day of your relaxed road trip across Switzerland.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Switzerland. After a day of appreciating the best places to visit in Zurich, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Ranking high on our list of the best restaurants in Zurich is Babu's. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,949 customers, you really have to try the savory dishes of this excellent restaurant.

Locals love Café Bar ODEON for its delicious meals, and we recommend you visit the restaurant at least once during your stay in Zurich. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

Another alternative is Oliver Twist. This restaurant serves a variety of comforting food and drinks and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,495 customers.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Zurich. At El Lokal, you can enjoy a mix of fun and relaxation. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Alternatively, unwind and relive your best memories of this day of your relaxed road trip at Markthalle, another popular bar in the city. Customers have rated this fantastic bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,771 reviews.

Rimini Bar is also one of the best places in Zurich where you can let loose and enjoy some celebratory drinks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,417 customers.

Sleep comfortably and prepare for another day of your laid-back adventure in Switzerland!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Switzerland, you'll explore the best attractions in Zurich at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Zurich, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Swiss National Museum. This incredible organization has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,999 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Switzerland by seeing another popular site in Zurich, the wonderful Lindenhof. This square is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,999 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Grossmünster. This church building has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Kunsthaus Zürich. This art museum is sought after by many travelers from around the world, or more than 382,603 people annually. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,485 visitors.

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After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Zurich. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Cantinetta Antinori. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Kafi Dihei, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Kafi Dihei is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 1,129 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Viadukt. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,179 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Zurich and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Café Bar ODEON. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Oliver Twist. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Metropol. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Metropol has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,341 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Switzerland, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Switzerland, you'll explore the best attractions in Winterthur at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Winterthur, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 1 night will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Swiss Science Center Technorama. This incredible technology museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,513 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 6 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Switzerland. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Winterthur itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Switzerland extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Winterthur.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Winterthur and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular La Stanza. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Kon-Tiki Coffeeshop & Bar. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 870 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Rio Bar. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Rio Bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Switzerland, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 7 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Switzerland gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Basel. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Bern, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Basel Minster is waiting for you. This cathedral has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,367 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Tinguely Fountain. This unique park is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,054 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Basel Zoo. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,001 visitors, this zoo is one of the top sights to visit in the area. In fact, the spectacular Basel Zoo welcomes around 2,012,511 visitors on a yearly basis.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding middle bridge. This popular road bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 people.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Basel has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Switzerland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Bern. In Bern, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Switzerland.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,171 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Entrecôte Fédérale.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Noa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 799 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Klösterli Weincafe. Klösterli Weincafe is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 759 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Lorenzini. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Lorenzini is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Switzerland!

Day 8 of your relaxed road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Bern.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Bern once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Switzerland on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Bundesplatz is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Bern. This top sight is a popular square, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,050 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 8 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Bern or just grab something light to keep you going.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Bern and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 8-day relaxed road trip in Switzerland is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.