Lucerne

15 Best Lucerne Walking Tours

The old-town walks: the Chapel Bridge’s painted gables, the Lion Monument Twain called the saddest stone and lakefront lanes with official guides who know every fresco. Lucerne is compact, painted and best decoded on foot.

1.Lucerne: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Discover Lucerne’s highlights and hidden gems on a private 2-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Perfect for authentic experiences and photo stops.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“We had an excellent time on the tour. Livio our tour guide was so knowledgeable and was great at sharing the history of Lucerne in an interesting ways. We loved how he suggested places we should visit while we are here. Would highly recommend to…”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

2.Lucerne Walking & Boat Tour: The Best Swiss Experience

Discover Lucerne with a guided walking and boat tour showcasing top sights, scenic lake cruises, and authentic Swiss charm. Perfect for a memorable day.

★ 4.5

“The time and sequencing of our walk, boat ride was changed the morning of the event. Communications were good, but it was difficult for us to change and so we missed the boat and had to catch it later. The walk was very interesting. Enjoyed…”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

4.Official Guided City Tour of Lucerne

Discover Lucerne's highlights on this 1.5-hour guided tour, exploring landmarks like Chapel Bridge and Musegg Wall with expert local guides for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“Our guide (Lea?) was GREAT. Very knowledgeable, very accommodating, a lot of fun!! I would HIGHLY recommend this walking tour!”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

6.Lucerne: History Walking Tour w/ Chocolate & Cheese Tastings

Discover Lucerne’s charm on this 2-3 hour guided tour featuring historic sights, Swiss chocolates, cheeses, wine, and optional lake cruise.

★ 4.7

“I don’t think we would’ve changed anything. Luis was knowledgeable, answering all our questions in depth. We learned countless new information about the country and city. Luis was also a very funny and interesting person. I would absolutely recommend this tour. 5 stars for Luis!”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

7.Mt. Rigi Self-Guided Tour: Lake Lucerne Cruise and Mountain Spa

Discover Switzerland’s stunning Lake Lucerne and Mount Rigi with this self-guided tour—including boat cruise, mountain railway, mineral spa, and flexible exploration.

★ 4.5

“A great way to see Mt Rigi without the hassle! This day was full of beauty. The cruise to the base of Mt Rigi is breathtaking. The cable car provides stunning views, as does the top of Mt Rigi. The spa was cool! Also -…”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

8.3 Hour Lucerne City Walking Tour with Local Guide

Discover Lucerne on this 3-hour walking tour with a local guide, exploring iconic sights, hidden gems, and learning about Swiss culture firsthand.

★ 5.0

“This was a perfect tour for first timers, especially if Timon is your guide. A true professional, easy to understand, and full of knowledge about Luzern. Always ask for Timon.”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

11.Lucerne: Classic City Walking Tour

Discover Lucerne’s highlights on this 2-hour guided walking tour, exploring iconic sights like the Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge, and medieval walls with a knowledgeable guide.

★ 4.9

“He was knowledgeable guide. However his social skills were lacking. He asked us the met in the lobby at 7:50 am and we were all waiting for him. He never went around the lobby to see If our group was there. He never called my…”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

12.Lucerne Lakeside and Villas Private Walking Tour

Discover Lucerne’s stunning lakeside villas and castles on this private walking tour, featuring expert guides, breathtaking views, and a taste of Swiss wine.

★ 4.5

“Eve H. was our guide and she was totally knowledgeable. The views and houses were beautiful. There are hills when walking! At end of tour we went to a wonderful lookout point (we would of never knew of this place) and she made us hot…”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

13.Lucerne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Discover Lucerne through a fun self-guided scavenger hunt, exploring iconic sights like Chapel Bridge and hidden gems at your own pace for just $8.88.

★ 4.5

“We had a one on one tour experience! Very knowledgeable tour guide who had a passion for the history in Lucerne. Making our own chocolate bar was a unique experience! The boat ride is audio guided and you can go any time that fits your…”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

14.Best of Lucerne Walking Photography Tour

Discover Lucerne through your camera lens on this small-group walking tour with a local photographer, capturing iconic landmarks and hidden gems.

★ 4.5

“This was the best walking tour I ever had! Luis was very knowledgeable on historical details about Lucerne. We walked around the lake and covered Lucerne's main landmarks. Also, his photography skills are outstanding! I brought my Nikon Read more”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

15.Lucerne: Smartphone walking tour – cool Lucerne old town

Explore Lucerne's old town with this self-guided smartphone tour, featuring insider tips, secret spots, and augmented reality for an engaging experience.

★ 3.4

“Unsere Kennenlerntour in Luzern war schön und interessant. Leider waren von 9 Stationen nur 2 mit einem kurzen Video. Das meiste musste man selbst lesen. Das finde ich für einen Audioguide schwach. Ein Audioguide ist zum Anhören oder Zuhören. Bei direktem googeln im www konnte…”

Check Availability →Read our full review →

More Lucerne Walking Tours

Explore Lucerne

A painted bridge, a sad lion and three mountains taking bookings.