9-Day Switzerland road trip from Zurich to Bern, Lausanne, and Basel

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 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 9-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 Zürich Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,031 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Zurich, which gets around 382,603 annual visits, is the spectacular Kunsthaus Zürich. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,485 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Grossmünster. This church building has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,203 visitors.

Zürich Opera House is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This opera house is a popular destination among visitors in Zurich. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,119 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

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.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Switzerland, be sure to eat at Babu's, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,949 customers.

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

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Zurich is Oliver Twist. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, El Lokal is one of the best bars in the city of Zurich for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Markthalle is another of the most popular bars in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Zurich is Rimini Bar. Rimini Bar has an average rating 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!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Lucerne and the city of Innertkirchen. You’ll stay in Bern for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Lucerne today is Lion Monument Lucerne. This excellent attraction is a sculpture that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,987 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Swiss Museum of Transport, an outstanding technology museum, in the town of Lucerne. Around 11,371 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible Swiss Museum of Transport's popularity, more than 562,605 people stop by Swiss Museum of Transport to explore it.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Lucerne is Chapel Bridge. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,664 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 town, 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 Titlis Cliff Walk for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Innertkirchen. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,452 visitors.

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, Brasserie Obstberg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Bern, Turnhalle. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like tibits. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,518 customers.

Lötschberg is a popular bar 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.

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

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 Best Western Plus Hotel Bern, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Bern. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,082 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 1,438 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Bern is the 3-star Kreuz Bern. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,295 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 Rose Garden Bern. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,288 visitors.

Bear pit is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Bern. This incredible attraction is an architectural structure and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,764 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Bern is the extraordinary UNESCO - Bern Old Town. This top-tier point of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,711 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Bern Minster. Around 4,755 visitors have given this church building an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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.

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Switzerland. Today, you'll wake up in Bern 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 Bern 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 Bern. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Gruyères Castle. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,511 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 Beau-Rivage Palace. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,230 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Inglewood Saint-Laurent. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

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.

Bleu Lézard 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 1,546 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 6 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.

Bains des Pâquis is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Geneva. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,124 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Geneva is The Geneva Water Fountain. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,221 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Jardin Anglais. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 17,964 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic L'horloge fleurie. This floral clock is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,421 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 Milan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,343 customers.

Tartares & Co Lausanne is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lausanne. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

Locals enjoy Le Ticino - Restaurant Lausanne, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lausanne. The 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, Bruxelles Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,334 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Pub Les Gosses du Québec. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

McCarthy's Irish Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Lausanne. This bar is rated an average 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 7 of your road trip through Switzerland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Lausanne and the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Lausanne is the amazing Lausanne Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,709 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible The Olympic Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,425 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Lausanne 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 Chaplin's World in the city of Corsier-sur-Vevey for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,239 visitors.

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.

Locals also 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 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.

Alternatively, HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt is one of the best bars 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.

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

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Basel and the city of Neuhausen. You’ll stay in Zurich for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Basel today is middle bridge. This excellent attraction is a road bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,992 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Basel Minster, an outstanding cathedral, in the city of Basel. Around 7,367 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Basel is Basel Zoo. Attracting over 2,012,511 visitors in a single year, it's clear that Basel Zoo is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,001 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 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 Rhine Falls for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Neuhausen. This popular attraction is a waterfall and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 69,929 visitors.

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

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

Locals recommend Kafi Dihei as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich. Kafi Dihei is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zurich is Viadukt. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Zurich, Café Bar ODEON. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Oliver Twist. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,495 customers.

Metropol is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Zurich. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,341 customers.

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

Day 9 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!