Lucerne

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Lucerne which includes a lake or waterhole, a city and a river or creek
With towering mountains on oneside and Lake Lucerne on the other, this medieval city is known for its sceniclocation and historic charm.

Flanked by Mounts Rigi and Titlis, the small city of Lucerne is locatedon the shores of Lake Lucerne. It offers water recreation, hiking and mountainsports to visitors throughout the year. Because of its temperate climate, theregion is nicknamed “Lucerne Riviera.”

The central Swiss city is primarily German-speaking. Its roots traceback to the 12th century. Stroll down the cobblestone streets to see some ofthe city’s history in its centuries-old architecture. With its compact nature,Lucerne is easy to explore on foot but you can also admire the city from thewater with a ride on a ferry or rented paddleboat.

Old Town has narrow alleys, quaint storefronts and outdoor cafés. It’salso home to one of Switzerland’s most famous attractions, the 14th-century Chapel Bridge across the Reuss River. ChapelBridge is the oldest covered bridge in Europe and features a variety ofhistoric paintings for visitors to admire as they stroll its length. Be sure toinvestigate the iconic Water Tower, which once served as a prison and torturechamber. Two-thirds of Chapel Bridge was destroyed by a fire in 1993 and hassince been carefully restored.

The Lion Monument is another Lucernehighlight. Designed by Danishsculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen, the “Lion of Lucerne” was erected to commemorate600 Swiss soldiers who were killed during the French Revolution. Described byMark Twain as “the most mournful and movingpiece of stone in the world,” the massive monument was carved into thesandstone face of a former quarry.

The Swiss Museum of Transportis beloved by visitors of all ages for its interactive exhibits. In addition toa vast collection depicting the past, present and future of transportation, themuseum also features a planetarium, an IMAX theater and a wing with works bylocal artist, Hans Erni.

Lucerne has access to most major Swiss cities via the SBB Railway. Thenearest international airport is in Zurich, which is an hour from Lucerne byrail and about 45 minutes by car.

Where to stay in Lucerne

Old Town Lucerne showing boating, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Old Town Lucerne

Old Town Lucerne is popular for its lake views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Lucerne Town Hall or Mill Bridge.

Old Town Lucerne
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Littau

4/5(2 area reviews)

Littau is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Lucerne area, you might plan a trip to Chateau Guetsch or Mill Bridge.

Littau
ibis budget Luzern City
ibis budget Luzern City
1 out of 5
Kellerstrasse 6, Lucerne
The price is NT$4,168 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
NT$4,168
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Lucerne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Everything was great but at check-in they forgot to give us the Guest Card, which has the free transportation in the city. Luckily, we remembered it from last time, requested it & we’re were happy to see it was still available."

Reviewed on 2024/3/1

ibis budget Luzern City
AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora
AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora
4 out of 5
Seidenhofstrasse 5, Lucerne, LU
The price is NT$6,393 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
NT$6,393
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Lucerne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Close to the covered chapel bridge, subway, and many dining options. Upon check in we also were given a code to use for free public transportation."

Reviewed on 2024/3/28

AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora
Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne
Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne
4.5 out of 5
Lakefront Center, Inseliquai 12, Lucerne, LU
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$6,837 per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
NT$6,837
per night
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lucerne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Popular attractions Chapel Bridge and Burgenstock are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"We loved our stay in Lucerne. Such a beautiful place!"

Reviewed on 2024/3/23

Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hitrental Old Town Apartments
Hitrental Old Town Apartments
3 out of 5
Brandgässli 9, Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Lucerne. Enjoy 9 bathrooms, a kitchen, and 2 bedrooms. Popular attractions Lucerne Town Hall and Rosengart Collection are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (13 reviews)
"The flat was very clean and centrally located right on the water. Parking is hard because it is in an area of the city where cars aren’t allowed."

Reviewed on 2024/2/23

Hitrental Old Town Apartments
Galaxy Apartments
Galaxy Apartments
3.5 out of 5
13 Gibraltarstrasse, Lucerne, LU
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Lucerne. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle, and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (174 reviews)
An nice stay in Lucerne
"Although with the less-attractive curb appeal and the apartment entrance which looked a bit shabby, we thought that the interior of the hotel was better than we expected. It took us a while to identify where the entrance of the apartment located as the entrance of the apartment wasn’t clearly shown ..."

Reviewed on 2023/10/2

Galaxy Apartments
Hitrental Chapel Bridge Apartments
Hitrental Chapel Bridge Apartments
3.5 out of 5
Brandgässli 9, Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Lucerne. Enjoy 9 bathrooms, a kitchen, and 10 bedrooms. Popular attractions Chapel Bridge and Burgenstock are located nearby. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
"Perfect location. Our room had an amazing view of the town and the lake."

Reviewed on 2023/10/11

Hitrental Chapel Bridge Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Lucerne

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 3, 2020

Beautiful city

5/5 - Excellent

mbb
Feb 29, 2020

We were there during their AWESOME carnival season! Loved everything!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 20, 2020

This town is a gem!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 9, 2020

One of the nicest cities in Switzerland.

5/5 - Excellent

Yunsur
Feb 7, 2020

A perfect city for sightseeing and day off trip. The view from everywhere was perfect.

4/5 - Good

Worldtraveler
Feb 3, 2020

We stopped by Lucerne for only one day. it was a nice town

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