Things to do in Lucerne: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Lucerne (Switzerland): Kapellbrücke, KKL Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Luzern, Löwendenkmal, Verkehrshaus der Schweiz, Bourbaki Panorama, 2 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Lucerne

Hotels in Lucerne

Frequently asked questions about Lucerne

When is the best time to visit Lucerne?

No month combines 18–33 °C daytime highs with under 100 mm of rain in Lucerne; the warmest month is August (26 °C average daytime high).

How many days do you need in Lucerne?

Our 2 day-by-day plans for Lucerne last 3 to 5 days.

How much does a trip to Lucerne cost?

On site (flights excluded), our plans start at €900–1400 per person for 3 days, including lodging, meals, visits and transport.

What to do in Lucerne in 3 days?

Our “Zurich & Lucerne Weekend” plan: Day 1 — Zurich; Day 2 — Lucerne; Day 3 — Interlaken & Departure.

Where to stay in Lucerne?

Close to the tourist centre: Renaissance (150 m), Hotel Central (150 m), Hotel Alpina (200 m). Our directory lists 294 hotels in Lucerne, to contact directly.

What to see in Lucerne?

Some places to see in the centre: Kapellbrücke, KKL Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Luzern, Löwendenkmal, Auguste Piccard (PX 8), Verkehrshaus der Schweiz, Bourbaki Panorama.

Sights in Lucerne

Museums in Lucerne

Parks and gardens in Lucerne

Where to eat in Lucerne