All Lucerne Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 13

There are plenty of high-quality tours and experiences in Lucerne. According to previous travelers, here are the best tours to book right now:

• Mount Pilatus Summit From Lucerne With Lake Cruise

• Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Day Trip From Lucerne

• Mt. Pilatus Peak & Lake Lucerne Cruise Small Group | From Lucerne

• Lucerne Walking & Boat Tour: The Best Swiss Experience

• Lucerne's Hidden Secrets by Electric Cargo Bike (Small Groups)

Guided tours of Lucerne are definitely worth it, especially if it's your first time in Switzerland. Tours remove the hassle of figuring out logistics by providing transportation and expert guides. Considering the rich history of the Alps, the winding mountain roads, and any language differences (Switzerland has four official languages), booking a tour in Lucerne often makes the most sense.

Per one customer who booked the Lucerne: Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Guided Day Trip, "This was a great way to see three different villages in Switzerland. Our guides, Renate and Aldopho, were incredible and full of knowledge about the area. Our bus driver was amazing at navigating the curves of the mountainous area!"

Lucerne tours vary in price depending on duration, mode of transportation, and tour inclusions. Ninety-minute walking tours of the city start around US$35 per person, while tuk-tuk tours that are just as long cost closer to US$90. At the other end of the price range, you'll find multi-day tours from Lucerne that will set you back around US$5,000 per person.

One of the most affordable tours you'll find is the Revealing Lucerne: Self-Guided Reading City Tour. This walking tour focuses on the distinctive and memorable frescoed architecture of Lucerne and costs just US$7. In contrast, the Private Ski Instructor From Lucerne Including Transport costs roughly US$900 per person. It's pricey, but it includes hotel pickup and drop-off, private transportation to a local ski resort,  and several hours of expert instruction.

Most Lucerne tours center around getting outside and enjoying the Alps—whether that's the lakes, mountains, or a combination of the two. You'll find tours offering hiking, skiing, e-biking, hang gliding, and even catamaran cruises. In Lucerne itself, there are several traditional walking tours, food-based tours, and tuk-tuk tours.

Consider an all-day or multi-day tour to pack in as many sights and activities as possible. For instance, the 3 Days Private Tour From Luzern focuses on the best of Central Switzerland, including visits to Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, and Interlaken. The itinerary includes opportunities to hike, swim, shop, explore a glacier tunnel, and even ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway.

For most travelers, 2–3 days is plenty of time to visit Lucerne. That allows for a full day in Lucerne where you can enjoy lake views and see the top sights, including the Old Town, Chapel Bridge, and the Lion Monument. Weather permitting, you’ll also want a day or two to venture into the mountains on day trips to Mt. Pilatus, Mt. Rigi, Mt. Titlis, or Interlaken.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Lucerne:

• Lucerne

• Lake Lucerne (Vierwaldstättersee)

• Mt. Pilatus

• Pilatus Railways (Pilatus Bahnen)

• Lucerne Old Town

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

There are tons of great trips to take from Lucerne. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Mount Pilatus Summit From Lucerne With Lake Cruise

• Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Day Trip From Lucerne

• Mt. Pilatus Peak & Lake Lucerne Cruise Small Group | From Lucerne

• Best of Bernese Oberlands From Luzern

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

View all of Viator's top Lucerne day trips.

You don't have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Lucerne. Here are some of the best Lucerne activities under US$20:

• Lucerne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

• The Lives and Legends of Lucerne: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

• Lucerne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Audio Tour

• Revealing Lucerne: Self-Guided Reading City Tour

• Lucerne Walking Tour With Audioguide on Your Smartphone

It's no secret that Lucerne is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Mount Pilatus Summit From Lucerne With Lake Cruise

• Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Day Trip From Lucerne

• Lucerne Walking & Boat Tour: The Best Swiss Experience

• Lucerne's Hidden Secrets by Electric Cargo Bike (Small Groups)

• Best of Bernese Oberlands From Luzern

View all of Viator's top outdoor activities in Lucerne.

According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Lucerne:

• Culture and Congress Centre (KKL)

• Swiss Museum of Transport (Verkehrshaus der Schweiz)

• Engelberg Monastery (Kloster Engelberg)

• Richard Wagner Museum

• Rosengart Collection (Museum Sammlung Rosengart)

View all of Viator's museum tickets and passes in Lucerne.