Mt. Rigi Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Mt. Rigi. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Mount Rigi Day Ticket

• Mount Rigi Day Pass + Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths Day Admission

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

• Paragliding Tandemflight Lucerne - Engelberg

• Mt Rigi and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich with Boat Ride

While there’s no admission fee to visit Mt. Rigi, you’ll need to use public transportation to reach the mountaintop (unless you’re hiking up). A Mt. Rigi day pass, which includes unlimited rides on the cogwheel railway and aerial cable car, as well as admission to the mineral baths, is available for US$115 for an adult.

Yes, Mt. Rigi isn't nicknamed the "Queen of the Mountains" for nothing—the panoramic views from the top span three lakes and several neighboring peaks. Getting to the mountain is all part of the adventure, starting with a steamboat ride from Lucerne followed by a choice of cogwheel railway or aerial cable car to reach the summit. If you prefer to leave the logistics to someone else, opt for a day tour from Lucerne and let your guide handle all the details.

Per one customer who booked the Mount Rigi Day Pass + Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths Day Admission, "This was so convenient! Pre-plan how you'll get to Rigi mountain, but once there, it's incredible. The spa was fabulous, just be prepared if you want to sauna that it's textile-free (so nude or with a towel). It was an incredibly relaxing day with beautiful views! Would recommend, especially if you do a hard hike the day before."

The top activities on and around Mt. Rigi include hiking, riding on the aerial cable car and the cogwheel railway, and taking in scenic views. Other activities include tobogganing, snowshoeing, and even soaking in the thermal waters at Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa in nearby Weggis.

To get to Mt. Rigi from Lucerne, take the tram to Küssnacht am Rigi and then a bus to Weggis, from where you can catch a cable car up the mountain. Getting there from Zurich takes about two hours and involves several changes, so you might find joining a tour that includes transportation is easier.

Yes, there are loads of hiking trails and scenic viewpoints on Mt. Rigi—hiking the mountain is the main draw for many travelers, especially during the summer months. Private tours are ideal for hikers of all levels, as they allow you to customize your visit to suit your abilities and interests.

Yes, you can take a cogwheel train to the summit of Mt. Rigi, also known as Rigi Kulm. You can take the cogwheel train from Vitznau or Arth-Goldau, or take an aerial cable car from Weggis to Kaltbad and then complete your journey to the top on a cogwheel train.

The best time to visit Mt. Rigi for good views and weather is during the summer. This is also the busiest time of year, though the December–January winter high season also draws big crowds. July and August get the most pleasant weather and clearest views and offer ideal conditions for hiking.

Yes, plenty of guided tours are available for exploring Mt. Rigi, as well as self-guided experiences for travelers who want to explore on their own. Guided tours often include transportation and a hiking guide, while some add on visits to nearby Mount Pilatus and cruises on Lake Lucerne.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Mt. Rigi. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Lucerne.

• Lake Lucerne (Vierwaldstättersee)

• Pilatus Railways (Pilatus Bahnen)

• Mt. Pilatus

• Lucerne Old Town

• Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrucke)

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Lucerne.