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Lucerne Old Town Private Walking Tour

Recommended by 93% of travelers
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Lucerne, Switzerland
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • In-person guide
    • Personal Expenses

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Torbogen Luzern
      Bahnhofpl., 6003 Luzern, Switzerland

    End point

    • Hofkirche St. Leodegar
      St. Leodegarstrasse 6, 6006 Luzern, Switzerland

    Itinerary

    1

    Torbogen Luzern

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    KKL Luzern - Lucerne Culture and Convention Centre

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Chapel Bridge

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Jesuit Church Lucerne

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Spreuer Bridge

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Musegg Wall (Pass By)

    6

    Weinmarkt

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    7

    Lion Monument

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    8

    Church of St. Leodegar

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility or difficulty walking for extended periods.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    4.8
    based on 15 reviews
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    Great tour to get...

    Michael_S, Jun 2025
    Great tour to get familiar with Lucerne. Guide was nice, friendly, and very informative. Recommend this tour.

    A waste of money

    Kate_K, Jun 2025
    A real waste of money. Our guide had zero enthusiasm for the tour and didn’t talk for the second half of it at all. We walked in silence from stop to stop without any information about the beautiful city of Lucerne, its people, history of the city or information on its population. She didn’t mention the castle at all even as we walked by it. She didn’t let us walk over the covered bridge and we spent only a brief time there though that’s the highlight of the city. She had no information on the churches we went into and when I tried to elicit any background at all she really didn’t have any. For the price of $400 for two hours (she also ended early) she should have gone above and beyond to explain things.

    Response from Host, Jun 2025

    Dear Kate, Thank you for your feedback — I’m genuinely sorry to hear that the tour didn’t meet your expectations. As a private guide, I tailor each tour to the group’s pace and interests. Some guests prefer ongoing narration, while others appreciate quieter moments to reflect and take in the atmosphere. I aim to find the right balance — and I always adjust if guests communicate their preferences. A simple “Could we walk further onto the bridge?” or “We’d love more detail on the churches” is enough for me to adapt the tour on the spot. Regarding the Chapel Bridge, we do step onto the original historic section, where I share the structure’s history and explain the first three paintings that illustrate the origins of Lucerne. I typically avoid walking the full length of the bridge, as the rebuilt section is modern, crowded, and lacks the original paintings lost in the fire. However, I’m always happy to adjust the route upon request. As for the “castle,” I assume you mean Château Gütsch — a hotel with a castle-like appearance. Since it isn’t a historic landmark or part of the city’s heritage, I don’t usually include it unless guests show interest. Your comment regarding the churches surprised me, as I always provide context on architectural styles, religious history, and notable interior features. I’m sorry if this didn’t come through during your visit — it's certainly not my intention to underdeliver on important highlights. Regarding the tour duration, it’s based on a set itinerary of key landmarks rather than a strict time limit. The advertised “approximately 2 hours” reflects the average time needed, depending on walking pace, engagement, and questions. If guests move quickly and don’t engage in conversation, the tour may conclude sooner, while still covering all intended sights. I always aim to create a personal, informative, and meaningful experience — and this works best with active communication from both sides. I appreciate your feedback and will continue refining my approach. Warm regards, Alexandra

    Perfect Tour of Lucerne

    Angela_L, Jun 2025
    This was a perfectly well spent two hours. Alexandra spent the time well including that it was leisurely. She pointed out the right amount of things to see with helpful history and understanding. Definitely book this tour when in Lucerne.

    Walking through Old Town

    Gina_H, Jun 2025
    Very thorough tour of Old Town that included most key landmarks. This was the perfect introduction to our trip to Lucerne. I highly recommend.

    This was awesome, my...

    MOBOLAJI_A, Jun 2025
    This was awesome, my guide was knowledgeable and fun to talk to. I had an amazing time. She also showed me local places to eat.

    Nice and comfortable

    NILESH_S, May 2025
    This private walking tour with Alexandra was quite nice as she showed some deeper insights of old city which were much enjoyable. She was quite nice and humble hence I recommend to have this tour.

    Alexandra was a great...

    Liann_A, May 2025
    Alexandra was a great guide. She was very knowledgeable, easy going and an interesting person to talk with. We recommend her walking tour of this beautiful city!

    We had such a fun time on...

    Mollie_A, Apr 2025
    We had such a fun time on our tour with Alexandra! We felt like we had seen everything in Lucerne from her. I would highly recommend taking this tour, especially if you're only in Lucerne for a short time.
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