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

Your road trip adventure in Switzerland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Geneva. You’ll stay in Geneva for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Geneva has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Bains des Pâquis. This attraction is a public bath and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,124 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 Geneva, Auberge de Savièse. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,055 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva is Oh Martine! This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Locals recommend Café du Soleil as one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

Geneva also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Geneva is Beau-Rivage Genève. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,169 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Geneva is Demi Lune Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 968 customers.

Locals also enjoy Le Kraken. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 898 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 Geneva has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Geneva 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 Geneva. 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 Geneva, like the extraordinary St Pierre Cathedral. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,301 visitors.

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

You could then travel to the amazing Jardin Anglais. This urban park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,964 visitors.

Broken Chair is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular destination among visitors in Geneva. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,375 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva. Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva is a botanical garden and popular attraction in Geneva. More than 7,616 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Geneva does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Geneva 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 Café de Paris - Chez Boubier, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Geneva is the popular Restaurant Les Armures. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,758 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Geneva is Cottage Café. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Mr Pickwick Pub is one of the best bars in the city of Geneva for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

Café du Centre is another of the most popular bars in the city of Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,188 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Geneva is Les Brasseurs. Les Brasseurs has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,451 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Geneva!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey and the city of Montreux. You’ll stay in Basel for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Corsier-sur-Vevey today is Chaplin's World. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,239 visitors.

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 village, 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 Freddie Mercury statue for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Montreux. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,710 visitors.

This outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,597 travelers.

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

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

Locals recommend Hotel Les Trois Rois as one of the best restaurants in the city of Basel. Hotel Les Trois Rois is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Basel is Restaurant Fiorentina Basel. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

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

You could also relax with a drink 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.

HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Basel. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland with a toast!

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 Zurich, 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.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Basel is the stunning Basel Zoo. This zoo and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,001 visitors. Approximately 2,012,511 travelers come to Basel every year to see this fascinating attraction.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Rhine Falls. This attraction is a waterfall that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 69,929 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Weisses Rössli. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 525 customers.

Locals also recommend Zeughauskeller, another of the best restaurants in Zurich. Zeughauskeller is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,976 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Swiss Chuchi Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Dolder Grand to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Zurich, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,031 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,746 customers.

Kennedy's Irish Pub 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 2,395 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 across Switzerland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Zurich. You’ll stay in Zurich 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 CitizenM Zurich hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Zurich. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,320 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Zurich is the 5-star FIVE Zurich. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,637 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Zurich is the 3-star ibis Styles Zurich City Center. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 6,748 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 Zurich, like the outstanding Zürich Zoo. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,031 visitors.

Grossmünster is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Zurich. This incredible attraction is a church building and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Zurich is the extraordinary Lindenhof. This square is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 11,259 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Swiss National Museum. Around 7,999 visitors have given this organization an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Come to Zurich 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 Zurich.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Babu's, after your day of exploring the city of Zurich. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,949 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich is Oliver Twist. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

Locals recommend El Lokal, one of the best bars in the city of Zurich, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Zurich, Markthalle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Rimini Bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,417 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip through Switzerland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Lucerne and the city of Innertkirchen. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Lucerne is the amazing Lion Monument Lucerne. This attraction is a sculpture and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,987 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Swiss Museum of Transport, a popular attraction that receives around 562,605 yearly visitors. This technology museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,371 visitors.

Chapel Bridge is another popular attraction you can explore in the town of Lucerne. This well-known attraction, a spectacular must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 29,664 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Lucerne 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 Titlis Cliff Walk in the city of Innertkirchen for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,452 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Brasserie Obstberg, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Locals also recommend Süder as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bern. Süder 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 has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers.

After dinner, visit Turnhalle, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like tibits. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers.

Alternatively, Lötschberg is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bern. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bern and the city of Veytaux. You’ll stay in Geneva for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bern today is Bern Minster. This excellent attraction is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,755 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing bear pit, an outstanding architectural structure, in the city of Bern. Around 13,764 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 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 Chillon Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Veytaux. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,098 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva, Tartares & Co. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

Locals recommend Hôtel du Parc des Eaux-Vives as one of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva. Hôtel du Parc des Eaux-Vives is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Geneva is Bologne. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 244 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Geneva, Hôtel Métropole Genève. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 843 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Britannia Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

Hôtel Bristol Genève is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Geneva. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 634 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Switzerland with a toast!

Day 8 of your road trip in Switzerland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Geneva 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.

The Geneva Water Fountain is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Geneva. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Geneva and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Switzerland.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Geneva at Restaurant Vieux Bois before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 111 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Chez ma Cousine for your last chance at a meal in the city of Geneva. The Chez ma Cousine restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,685 customers.

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