MUSEUMS

Swiss Transport Museum

A big hit with the old and young alike, this one of its kind museum showcases different modes of transport. Don’t miss the amazing simulation of the railway crossing at the Gotthard Pass with a dozen mobile trains.

Historisches Museum Luzern

It was once a storehouse of weapons in the year 1560 and was later reconstructed in 1983 and then in 2003 as a modern exhibit which houses medieval art and sculptures. The museum has a Gothic-style stone monument which is the main centrepiece.

Richard Wagner Museum

Named after the famous musician of 19th century music- Richard Wagner, the museum is created inside his former residence. Many noted personalities like Franz Liszt, Friedrich Nietzsche, Gottfried Semper and King Ludwig II of Bavaria often visited his house in Tribschen during his hey days.

Bourbaki Panorama

It records the most heart-wrenching portrayal of the German French war. A stunning masterpiece measuring 112 metres by 10 metres, this circular painting is one of the most glorious preserves of European history.

The Rosengart Collection

One of the recently established museums in Lucerne, the Rosengart museum is indeed an art lover’s delight. Displaying the works of renowned artists Pablo Picasso and Paul Klee, the museum has an unmatchable collection of paintings by 21 other artists (including names like Cézanne, Chagall, Miró, Pissarro of 20th century).

PARKS

Inseli Park

Check out more than 25 bird species at Inseli Park near Lake Lucerne. You and your loved ones will have fun trying to talk to Beo, the talking bird and star of the park. Inseli is a perfect option for a day out in the sun.

Glacier Garden/Gletschergarten

Welcome to the Glacier Garden! It is not just a beautiful garden that will drive you here but the fact that it houses a museum, Million Year Show, Special exhibitions and a Mirror Maze that will draw your attention.

MARKETS

Bucherer

The Swiss are known for their watches and what better place to get one than at Bucherer. Located near the lake in a charming historic building and with multi-lingual staff at your service, shopping here is definitely an experience to cherish.

Casagrande Gift Shop

This is the best place to shop for family and friends in Lucerne. Choose from a wide variety of Swiss handicrafts, souvenirs, chocolate, jewellery, knives, watches and paintings available here. A popular shop with tourists, a visit here is easy on the pocket as well.

Williseger

Williseger is a must visit for buying the traditional German nutcrackers called Erzgebirge nutcrackers. The shop is a treasure house of antique music boxes and other hand crafted home decorations.