Switzerland Travel Tips
Sort by: Viator Recommends | Traveler Rating | Most Recent
Summer Activities in Zurich
Written by Viator, May 2013
Set on the glittering Lake Zurich against a dramatic mountain backdrop, few places are picturesque as Zurich and as the weather heats up, there’s plenty to keep you busy in Switzerland’s largest city ... Read more
3 Days in Zurich: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, July 2012
With its stellar reputation as an international banking and finance hub and an increasingly cosmopolitan population of around 1.2 million, Switzerland’s largest city hits the headlines so often that ... Read more
Christmas Markets in Switzerland
Written by Viator, March 2012
A Christmas tradition to be envied (and indeed, visited) is the vibrant profusion of Christmas markets that spring up all over Switzerland during the holiday season. They range in size and scope from ... Read more
3 Days in Geneva: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
Sitting on the shore of Europe's largest alpine lake, with views of Europe's highest mountain, Geneva is tolerant, cosmopolitan and stylish. It's the perfect place for sailing, skiing or sampling ... Read more
Swiss Alps Trips from Geneva
Written by Viator, August 2010
Geneva is a fine base to explore the nearby Alps, whether they're in Switzerland, France or even Italy. There's public transport access by train and bus to nearby mountain destinations where the ... Read more
Swiss Countryside Experience
Written by Viator, August 2010
Away from its big cities, Switzerland remains a country of jaw-dropping mountain vistas and cherished rural traditions. You won't have to venture far from urban boundaries to plunge into another ... Read more
Jungfrau Tours from Lucerne
Written by Viator, August 2010
Soaring above the Bernese Alps, the perennially snow-dusted Jungfrau is one of Switzerland’s most emblematic mountains. Forming the postcard backdrop to Interlaken and the Bernese Oberland, the ... Read more
Lucerne Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
The lakeside medieval town of Lucerne is a cozy base for trips to Switzerland’s snow-capped Alps and mountain landscapes of the Bernese Oberland. The picture-perfect, orderly town takes to the ... Read more
Celebrating White Night in Locarno
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, April 2012
If you happen to be in Locarno on May 12, count yourself lucky, as the town goes into a frenzy for Notte Bianca, or white night. Watch as the town opens up with events at every turn with up-tempo ... Read more
Augusta Raurica
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, February 2012
Along with an accompanying Roman castle, the restored ruins and open-air theatre/museum of Augusta Raurica are listed on the Swiss Inventory of Cultural Property of National and Regional ... Read more
Vitznau, Switzerland's hidden gem...
Written by World Traveler , USA, October 2010
Don't be afraid to venture off on your own in der schweiz. Across the lake from the city of Lucerne lies a little town at the base of Mt. Rigi called Vitznau. This little town is home to about 400 ... Read more
Lucerne and Zurich
Written by Anonymous, January 2013
Beautiful city and a great place to go. Switzerland is VERY expensive, in fact, the most expensive place in the world right now, but if you can afford it, this is a beautiful place. I would highly ... Read more
Zermatt and The Matterhorn
Written by SailorMs.Tristyn , October 2011
Zermatt, Switzerland is the most majestic Winter Wonderland anyone could ask for.
Hiking in Switzerland
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, October 2012
Is there a better way to experience the essence of Switzerland than hiking? I can’t think of one. The following are just a few of the countless options for stretching your legs in the out of ... Read more
Smoke on the Water at the Montreux Casino
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, October 2012
Music-lovers who find themselves in Switzerland should be sure to avail themselves of the Montreux Casino, the location that inspired the English rock band Deep Purple’s song “Smoke on the ... Read more
