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LanguagesGerman, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Your tour begins at the reception of your hotel in the city of Lucerne.
Your native local guide Ralf, introduces himself and shows you the route on a city map.
You will take a public bus or walk to Löwenplatz.
On the way, you will see the Bourbaki Museum and receive a brief introduction to its history, before you visit the Lion Monument.
You continue to the historical center where you visit: Chapel Square, Kornmarkt with the town hall. You will see the former Guild house of the bakers. Next is Hirschenplatz and Weinmarkt.
At the city’s oldest fountain, you’ll refresh yourself with Lucerne’s best water and learn why it is so special. You pass the wooden Chapel Bridge and visit the Jesuit Church.
At the end of the tour, your city guide will be available for questions and suggestions.
What's included
City map of Lucerne
Some Postcards of Lucerne
Professionial, native local Guide
What to expect
Lion Monument
10m
Your tour begins at the reception of your hotel in the city of Lucerne. Your native local guide Ralf, introduces himself and shows you the route on a city map.
You will take a public bus to Löwenplatz (unless your hotel is within walking distance of the Lion Monument).
On the way, you will see the Bourbaki Museum and receive a brief introduction to its history.
Just a few steps away, you’ll reach the world-famous Lion Monument, which commemorates the Swiss Guards who died during the French Revolution.
Your guide will provide you with historical background on the mercenary service, Switzerland's most profitable export in early modern times.
Luzern Altstadt
25m
Next, you will explore the heart of the Old Town, where you can admire the painted facades at Hirschenplatz and Weinmarkt.
At the city’s oldest fountain, you’ll refresh yourself with Lucerne’s best water and learn why it is so special.
Rathaus Stadt Luzern
5m
A few steps away at Kornmarkt, you’ll see the 17th-century Town Hall and its tower.
Chapel Bridge
5m
The tour continues through the legendary Furrengasse and over the world-famous Chapel Bridge to the other side of the historic center.
Jesuit Church Lucerne
5m
You will visit the Jesuit Church, built in the 17th century, which is Switzerland's first Baroque church.
Ritterscher Palace Lucerne
10m
A short walk later, you’ll reach the Ritter Palace. You will learn about its architectural history.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Please bring your "Visitor Card" with you. (The "Visitor Card" is given to you by the Hotel Reception and entitles you for free transportation on public means.)
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
