Switzerland's Finest: Best Places to Visit

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When it comes to beautiful places and charming sceneries, there is nothing that can compete with Switzerland. Whether it is a breathtaking scenery on top of the Alps or a caption of the glittering blue lakes, there is a bet of taste for everyone.

You won’t believe what kind of hidden gems that the country has to offer. There are waiting for you to discover them. In this article, we narrow the list for you, and selected the best places to visit in Switzerland.

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Here Is A List Of The Top Places To Visit In Switzerland:

Be assure that this list of the top places to visit Switzerland are carefully and well selected for your convenient and comfort. Pack your bags because your are about to an experience of a lifetime.

I bet you do not know that Switzerland is one of the top 10 happiest counties in the world. It competes with Finland for first rank.

1- Geneva Botanical Garden:

The Geneva botanical Garden is nothing like the regular chinse or Japanese botanical gardens, but it is much more. It contains flora and fauna from all over the world. When you roam around the garden, you would enjoy and learn about the exotic’s birds, about the12000 species of plants, and about some other animals at the zoo section.

The Geneva botanical garden in Swaziland occupies about 28 hectares. It considered as one of the largest gardens in the world. It is an optimal place that I would love for sure. The plants are arranged into different categories based on their benefits and origin, such as medical plants, garden plants, exotic blossoms, and flowers.

The tranquility and harmony of the place can please your eyes, so do not forget to bring on your camera. You can experience and learn about the plants in the garden of smell and Tough sector. You may perhaps take some pictures of the exotic plants they have. The path of evolution is another section to enjoy. Finally, you should also visit the Historic Rose Garden.

It is open daily from 8 am to 5 pm. It is open to the public; thus, admission is free. Furthermore, in their website, they have several of offers that you can take in addition to the garden tour. You can click here to learn more. Here is a tip for you; just so you know, dogs and bikes are not allowed inside the garden.

2. Lake Geneva And Chillon Castle:

Lake Geneva is the largest alpine lake, and the most visited place in Switzerland. It is located in the boarder of French and Swiss that cover some major cities. The lake is also surrounded by beautiful Promenades, parks, gardens, and fountains. You should definitely visit Jet d’Eau fountain. It is the largest fountain in Geneva, and most beautiful landmark.

You can easily spot Chateau de Chillon (Chillon Castle) in the shoreline of Genva lake. It is an ancient castle and swiss cultural heritage museum that can stir your since of wonder. I would recommend you to visit the Great Hill of the castle for a beautiful view of the lake.

3. The Matterhorn In Switzerland:

The Matterhorn in Switzerland is the highest mountain peak in the Alps. Many climbers come to visit this peak to enjoy a breathtaking view of its surrounding from above. It is situated at 4,478 meters with a pyramidal shaped peak while covering the boarder of Italy and Switzerland.

Just near the peak of Matterhorn located the beautiful village of Zermatt. The village is known for its ski resorts that people from all over the world come to visit to enjoy a skiing trip. Some professional skiers come to visit this village to practice skiing.

There are many amazing hikes around the summit of Matterhorn in Switzerland. The hike starts and ends at Zermatt, so get your hiking gears ready because your about to have an amazing hike of the Alps and panoramic view of the surroundings. One of the most famous hikes is the Mont Blanc that starts and ends to the village.

Biking and horseback riding are another options that you can enjoy if you do not feel like hiking. You can bike or horseback ride its endless trails that filled with alpine meadows and stunning nature. You may want to bring your own camera for this. It is an optimal place for wildlife photography.

4. Jungfraujoch Scientific Observatory, The Top Of Europe:

Jungfraujoch observatory is well known as the “top of Europe” due to its location above Aletsch Glacier in Grindelwald. It is situated at a height of 3,454 meters , and designated as a UNESCO world heritage site.

You can hike the Eiger Trail from the Eiger glacier station to be hold a beautiful panoramic view of the north face. The south face has hiking trails as well. You can hike the Gletscherschlucht (Glacier Gorge) or the Öpfelchüechliwäg trails. Both are equally exotic and tranquilizing. Along the way from Holenstein to Brandegg you are expected to see a forest of flowers, alpine pastures, and woodland

There are several hiking trails that lead to the Faulhorn Mountain of the Bernese Alps. It is located between Lake Brienz and Grindelwald in the Bernese Oberland. The trails can lead you to the summit at height of 2,681 metres (8,796 ft). The view from above can make make your heart palpitate.

Cable cars and gondola rides are available that take you around the Lauterbrunnen Valley. You do not want to miss the opportunity to have a breath taking scenic views of the valley.

5. Lucerne (Luzern):

Lucerne is a medieval old town in the central of Switzerland, and one of the top tourist attractions in the country. It contains a blue crystal clear lake, wooden bridges, mountains, bubbling fountain, and historical buildings. All are made for your amazement. The overall view can take your breath away.

One of the most famous tourist attraction is the Chapel Bridge that extends over the Reuss river. The interior of the wooden footbridge contains some painting that dated back to the 17th century. Some people prefer to visit the Swiss Transport Museum that covers both air and land transportations systems.

While you are in the town of Lucerne, you can easily spot Mount Pilatus. It is one of the most

beautiful and impressive mountain peak in the block. You do not want to miss the chance to visit it. You can take the train to Mount Rigi that overlooks Lucerne Lake. It is as equally beautiful.

6. St. Moritz Town:

The St. Moritz Town is one of the most beautiful town in Switzerland, and there is a reason why it made it as one of the top places to visit in Switzerland. It is because it contains mind-blowing lakes, glaciers, jagged peaks, and alpine forests. It is unique in its existence, and you do not want to miss the chance to visit it.

It is located in the middle of Engadine Valley and south of Alps mountain range. In the plus side, it is located near the boarder of Italy, so you can plan a road trip around the country. The town is divided in two main parts: St. Moritz Dorf and St. Moritz Bad. The St. Moritz overlook the lake where you can enjoy it ample activities. On the other hand, the St. Moritz Bad side contains restaurants and shopping areas.

The town of St. Moritz is famous for hosting the Olympic and horse racing at the frozen lake during winter. Skiing is a popular activity in the town, so do not miss the change to try it. It is also famous for hosting the annual Crest Run where thousand of people participate and many other winter activates that you can enjoy, such as skating, snowboarding, and bobsledding.

7. Bern City – The Capital:

Bern city is the capital of Switzerland. It is small that easy to navigate all throughout the city. All attractions are within walking distance from each others, which luckily for your convenient. You should definitely visit the Medieval old town of Bern that designated to a UNESCO World heritage site. It located within the Aare River and contains beautiful historical buildings and fountains. It is surely can take your breath away.

The Cathedral of Bern is located in the heart of the old town, and it is the tallest cathedral in Switzerland. The view from above can make your heart palpitate. You will have a 360 degree of the whole city under your feet, so get your camera ready.

Another place that you should visit is the Zytglogge clock tower. It is the most famous landmark in the city of Bern. You should then visit the Rose Garden Park (Rosengarten). It is beautiful and glamorous. It si something that you do not want to miss.

8. Lake Lugano And Ticino City:

Lake Lugano in Ticino city is located in the boarder of Italy and swiss, and many Italian spoken language is there. On the other side is the Locarno and Lake Maggiore, they are equally beautiful and should definitely add to your itinerary.

The botanical botanical garden in the island of Lago Maggiore can take your breath away. You see verity of species of flowers and plants. It is like walking through a Asian bamboo forests and see many exotic flowers. The only way to visit the islands is by boat, which is a also a fun things to do in Switzerland.

There are cable cars that can take you above the Cimetta mountain and to Cardada mountain. Both can behold a panoramic view the lake and mesmerizing sceneries Of Ticino city. The Monte San Salvatore contains some panoramic view of the city and endless hiking trails to choose from.

9. Zurich City:

Zurich is the largest city of Switzerland and a major tourist attraction. In this section, we will show you why it made it as one of the best places to visit in Switzerland. The Zurich old town is the first place to start. It is ample with medieval streets and historical buildings while also filled with restaurants and cafés.

Not to forget, the Uetliberg mountain that has a beautiful view of the city at 2,850 feet above sea level. You can easily reach the summit by driving Uetlibergbahn road. The Zurich lake is equally exotic that contains promenades and parks. The Zürichhorn Park and Chinese botanical Garden.

You can also visit the Strandbad Mythenquai beachy with its sandy and blue clear water can surely take your breath away. It is part of the Seeuferanlage promenades.

10. Rhine Falls (Rheinfall):

Rhine Falls is the largest waterfall in Central Europe, and it is 150 meters high. It is located at Canton of Schaffhausen. There are many trails that leads you to the waterfall with lush forest and Randen Hills (mountain Range). Biking is also a possibility, but I would recommend you to bike slowly because you do not want to miss the rich of flora and fauna.

You can also take a boat tour that takes you to Rhine fall. It might be a better experience than hiking because you got to see the city of Schaffhausen in differed perspective. Visit here to find out more. The best time to visit is during June and July because it is the time when the snow melt.

Some Popular Tours In Switzerland:

If you dream of being in a place that surrounded by nature and beautiful lakes, then Switzerland is everything that you are looking for. To make things easier for you, we selected the top things to do and the best places to visit in Switzerland. I hope enjoy this article, and a safe journey.

Out of the list of the best places to visit in Switzerland, which place you would like to visit?

9 responses to “The Best Places To Visit In Switzerland”

Ami Bhat

October 31, 2022

I have been to quite a few places on this list. Lucerne by far has been my favorite. I missed that chateau in Zurich though and this post definitely makes me regret it. Rhine falls too, was amazing – loved how close you can get to the water fall there. And of course, it is a great place for photographers.

Linda (LD Holland)

October 31, 2022

On our first visit to Switzerland we picked a few places to see. And quickly discovered that one trip was not going to be enough. We made it to Interlaken but only saw Jungfrau and the Matterhorn way off in the distance. One day we need to head back and explore this whole mountain region. We loved visiting the Rhine Falls and Schaffhausen. But want to enjoy more of the small towns. Lots of reasons to plan a return trip.

Tami

October 31, 2022

This was the perfect post for me to read today as my husband and I have just decided that Switzerland is our next European destination to explore. I’m so excited to go — have always wanted to see Lucerne and Geneva Lake — oh, and the Matterhorn, too. And then you threw in some places I hadn’t heard of, so now I’m adding them to my list as well!

Alice Ford

November 2, 2022

I have only been to Lucerne in Switzerland so this article really got me excited about exploring more of the country. There are so many jaw dropping natural areas and cities. Thanks for the inspiration

Natascha

November 2, 2022

I have been to all the places you mentioned in Switzerland and agree – they are great places for tourists. Except for the Botanical garden in Genevea. It is nice – but just another Botanical garden. Nothing special and in my opinion definitely not one of the best places in Switzerland.

Lisa

November 2, 2022

I’ve been on a train ride from Austria to Zurich and loved seeing the scenery here. San Moritz and the Matterhorn looks absolutely stunning and the nature is insanely beautiful! We were near Lugano in spring, and I would like to return to explore fully.

Jackie

November 2, 2022

With such stunning vistas and beautiful cities, it’s no wonder Switzerland is one of the 10 happiest countries in the world! As someone who loves natural scenery, I would especially love to visit the Jungfraujoch Observatory, Lake Lugano, and of course, the Matterhorn. It would be fun to tour the botanical gardens, as well! In fact, it would make me very happy to visit most of these places in Switzerland.

Kate

November 2, 2022

I’ve been dying to visit Switzerland, but you’re right that I had no idea it was one of the happiest countries in the world! Maybe I’ll just move there instead then. 🙂 I cannot even believe the view of Lake Geneva. It looks straight out of an oil painting.

Mike

November 3, 2022

We are planning a trip to Switzerland this March! We’d love to ski and snowshoe St Moritz and soak up the city life in Bern. Rhinefall might be glorious with a touch of ice too.