As Switzerland’s largest city, there’s no end of things to see and do in Zurich. It’s a beautiful city, with a chocolate box old town, a crystal-clear river that runs through the historic centre, and a glacial lake surrounded by mountain peaks. There’s also a generous helping of museums and other attractions to keep you…
If you only have one day in Basel, you can still see a lot. As Switzerland’s cultural capital and its third-largest city, Basel has an old town along the Rhine, a range of museums, and plenty of sights that can be covered in a short visit. This guide offers a one-day Basel itinerary that is…
Lauterbrunnen is in the Bernese Oberland region of the Swiss Alps, not far from Interlaken. It’s a small village set in a valley surrounded by stunning alpine greenery and mighty rockfaces. It’s known as the place of ‘many fountains’ because of its 72 waterfalls that gush down and out of the rocks. It is also…
Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city, is a fantastic city. It has a gorgeous old town, which sits at one end of Lake Zurich with picturesque mountains in the background. There’s no shortage of things to do on a short break here: cultural sights to explore, parks to wander around, fascinating museums to visit, boat trips on…
Switzerland is a stunning country with some fantastic cities to visit. They offer a mix of natural beauty and history, making them ideal places for day trips, short breaks, or more extended vacations. Each city has its own distinct charm and as you’ll see in my guide below, there are lots of things to…
Geneva is a beautiful Swiss city with so much to see and do. It has a historic old town with charming streets and squares, a lakeside setting, beautiful parks and gardens, and world-class museums. But if you only have one day in the city, you might wonder what to prioritise. If so, don’t worry –…
Montreux is a gorgeous Swiss town that sits on the shores of Lake Geneva. There are mountains all around, a beautiful lakeside promenade, and a fairytale castle – enough to justify spending at least one day in Montreux. The town known for having attracted the rich and famous – most well-known among these is Freddie…
The Charlie Chaplin Museum, near Vevey in Switzerland, is a must-see attraction for film buffs, particularly fans of the silent screen and the famous film legend. This fascinating museum showcases the lifelong work of the famous British-born comic actor, director, filmmaker, and composer who found fame in the United States in the first half of…
Nestled along the banks of the Rhine River, Schaffhausen is a charming town in northern Switzerland. It’s only small, but there is a lot to see here – certainly enough to make it worth visiting for a short break or even a day if you’re not far away. In my opinion, it’s one the best…
Winterthur, Switzerland’s sixth-largest city, has something for everyone. It has a pretty old town to explore, beautiful parks and gardens, grand villas to wander around, and 17 outstanding museums to choose from. Its location also positions it perfectly for trips out to other places. These include Kyburg Castle, Switzerland’s oldest castle museum, the Rhine Falls,…