Interlaken and the Jungfrau region
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Jungfraujoch (Top of Europe) | A train to Europe's highest railway station at 3,454 metres, with snow all year. | From Interlaken |
| Harder Kulm | A funicular to a viewpoint over Lakes Brienz and Thun. | Interlaken |
| The Trümmelbach and Staubbach falls | Waterfalls inside the mountain and others dropping from the cliff in the Lauterbrunnen valley. | Lauterbrunnen |
| Lake Brienz | Turquoise water between the mountains, with boat trips. | Near Interlaken |
Lucerne and its mountains
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Chapel Bridge | A covered wooden bridge from the 14th century, the symbol of Lucerne. | Central Lucerne |
| Mount Titlis | A rotating cable car, a suspension bridge over the glacier and an ice cave. | Engelberg, about an hour from Lucerne |
| Mount Pilatus | The world's steepest cogwheel railway, with views over the lake. | Near Lucerne |
Zurich and Geneva
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Rhine Falls | One of Europe's largest waterfalls, which you can approach by boat. | Schaffhausen, about 40 minutes from Zurich |
| Bahnhofstrasse | One of the world's most exclusive shopping streets. | Zurich |
| The Jet d'Eau and Lake Geneva | A fountain shooting high above Lake Geneva, with a lakeside promenade. | Geneva |
| Chillon Castle | A castle on a rock in the lake near Montreux. | Montreux |
Zermatt
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Zermatt and the Matterhorn | A car-free mountain village beneath the famous Matterhorn peak. | Southern Switzerland |
Tips before you go
- The Swiss Travel Pass covers trains and boats and reduces some mountain railways, so compare it with your plans.
- The peaks are cold even in summer, so pack warm clothes.
- You need a Schengen visa for Switzerland.
Hotels in Switzerland
Flights to Geneva
Visa
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Switzerland?
The Jungfraujoch, Mount Titlis, the Rhine Falls, the lakes of Interlaken, Lucerne and Geneva, and Zermatt with the Matterhorn.
Where are the most beautiful waterfalls in Switzerland?
The Rhine Falls near Zurich, and the Trümmelbach and Staubbach falls in the Lauterbrunnen valley.
Is there snow in Switzerland in summer?
Yes, on high peaks such as the Jungfraujoch and Titlis all year round.
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Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.