A Few Tips about Old Town Lucerne

There is so much to see and explore. You can easily put four days of exploring Old Town Lucerne and surroundings. I would first have a tourist map and circle what you want to see. I have listed a few suggestions below.

The Lucerne train station, downstairs, is a place to visit. All types of shops are open seven days a week. Old Town closes up on Sunday and this is where you can shop for almost everything.

Crossing the famous Kapellbrucke bridge is a must do activity.

Further down, though, is a shorter and more interesting bridge, Spreuerbrucke. You can see and hear the fast river as it goes by.

Getting lost in Old Town is just fine. There are so many neat alley ways filled with shops and restaurants. We liked the Manora Restaurant located in Manors Department store. Plenty of Swiss people eat here since the prices are cheaper and you get plenty for your money. You will need to go up to the 5th floor to visit Manora’s.

Visiting the Lion Monument is a “must do” activity. Carved in the side of the cliff, this majestic Lion carving commemorates the Swiss Guards who died trying to protect the French royalty in 1792. Visiting the Lion is free.

Not far away is the famous Bourbaki Panorama painting. This 1880 painting depicts a French army that was saved by the Swiss during the Prussian War of 1871. If you have a Swiss Travel pass, entrance is free.

Visiting the Hofkirche St. Leodegar Catholic Church was one of our highlights. An important landmark and church, this gorgeous Cathedral overlooks Old Town Lucerne.

Climbing the stairs to the Nine Tower’s Wall is an interesting activity. Built in 1386, the ramparts will give beautiful views of Lake Lucerne and Old Town. If you have a fear of heights or climbing stairs, I would skip this activity. There is a clock hour tower that might be an interest for some. It has the oldest city clock that dates back to 1535.

We did enjoy walking the beautiful lake trail to Lucerne’s Transportation Museum.

The Lucerne Transportation Museum is a first class with everything regarding transportation in Switzerland. You can easily spend a half a day exploring this place.

Walking the opposite end of the lake trail will get to the Richard Wagner’s house and museum. The famous composer lived in the house for six years. A grand piano, music, photos and paintings are located in this majestic villa overlooking Lake Lucerne.

We did visit the Picasso-Sammlung Rosengart Art Museum. There are a number of Picasso and Paul Klee paintings in the collection. The museum will not let you take pictures though.

If the weather is right, take a boat ride to either Mount Pilatus or Mount Rigi. Both are spectacular visits with great views.

 

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