Lion Monument (Löwendenkmal) Tours and Activities

Home to medieval architecture and spectacular lakeside scenery, Lucerne is widely considered the jewel in Switzerland’s crown. On this tour, explore Lucerne and surrounds by foot and by boat, and see the best of the city in one day. With your guide to lead the way, hit top attractions including the Chapel Bridge and Lucerne Castle, and gain insight into centuries of colorful Swiss history. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

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Culturally diverse and infinitely scenic, Lucerne is a photographer’s ideal city. This tour takes photography enthusiasts to secret vantage points, beguiling back streets, monuments and historic landmarks, and dramatic landscapes. No experience is necessary, as your photographer-guide will offer advice as you shoot. Any camera, from simple point-and-shoots to complex DSLRs are encouraged. The guide will also take photos of participants and share them in an online gallery after the tour.  

See Lucerne’s must-see sights and lesser-known gems in just a couple of hours. The ideal tour if you’re short on time, this classic Lucerne city walk covers everything you need to know about the city. Explore with your own private guide and ask as many questions as you like while you go, discovering the Lion Monument, Musegg Wall, and even the inside of Ritter Palace.

Surrounded by soaring peaks and shimmering lakes, pretty Lucerne is a photographer’s dream destination—but knowing the best spots for the finest photographs requires local knowledge. On this small-group tour, limited to 10 people, explore the streets and landmarks of Lucerne as your photographer guide helps you capture the city on camera. Along the way, snap top attractions including the medieval Chapel Bridge and the 14th century Museggmauer city walls.

Guided private city tour with the most important Lucerne sights. In addition, the non-tourist areas of the city are shown exclusively with local guides.

Surrounded by soaring Alpine peaks and the shimmering waters of Lake Lucerne, beautiful Lucerne is widely considered the jewel in Switzerland’s crown. On this tour, explore the city and Lake Lucerne on foot and by sightseeing boat, with your photographer guide on hand to capture your day’s adventures on camera. Pose for photos at top attractions including the Chapel Bridge, and ensure your whole group features in your holiday snaps.

Capture your mountain adventure on camera with this photo tour of Mt. Stanserhorn from Lucerne. You’ll ride to the mountain summit by train, wooden funicular, and the world’s first open-top Cabrio cable car, hearing photo tips for outdoor compositions as you go. All transport is prebooked, and you have the option to include extras such as a walking tour of Lucerne or a mountain photo shoot with snaps taken by a professional.

Explore the history and culture of one of the Swiss Alps’ most popular towns on this half-day Lucerne city tour with Lake Lucerne sightseeing boat trip. Follow a private guide along the banks of the Reuss River and choose your own route to take in the attractions of most interest. Delve into Lucerne’s historic Old Town, stroll along the city walls, and see the 16th-century houses for which Lucerne is famous. Then, take a sightseeing boat trip across Lake Lucerne and listen to commentary via audioguide.

Enjoy the famous golden pass line in his full beauty in a less touristic way. This fantastic tour is a combination of the well-known train ride and a bike tour in the heart of Switzerland. We will take the Lucerne-Interlaken express up to his highest point, the Brunig pass. Along the cogwheel line we bike back along the turquoise lake of Lungern, the lake of Sarnen, the swan lake Wichel, until we finally reach lake Lucerne. It's a beautiful journey. Come long and enjoy your time!

This experience is provided by a private local. The group size is up to 8 people. Discover the historical side of Lucerne with a passionate local who wants to share all the best-kept secrets of Lucerne with you! Our excursion will start near the historical museum, in the heart of Lucerne!. You will learn about the various architectural styles from different time periods and find out how the city has changed over time. From visiting churches to discovering the history behind the Musegg Wall or even the Leodegar church, you will encounter unique sites that an ordinary tourist tour won’t show you! We know that travelling is the best way of learning, and having a knowledgeable local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better! Of course, if you wish to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know, and I will adjust the itinerary for you!

Enjoy this private 2-hour walking tour of the beautiful city of Lucern with your private official tour guide. You’ll discover the most emblematic sites of this German-speaking city located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, while you will enjoy picturesque views around nearly every turn as you visit several top city attractions. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Travelers that want to experience the best of Lucerne are well-served with this private sightseeing tour, where you can walk and bike your way through this scenic Swiss city. After convenient hotel pickup, you grab your bikes to cruise through the historic streets, and wander Old Lucerne on foot. As you go, your guide shows you key sights dating to medieval times, landmarks including Musegg Wall and Stag Square, and the must-see Lion Monument relief sculpture.

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Accompanied by one of our guides, this unique tour combines sightseeing of Chapel Bridge, Lucerne’s old town and the Lion monument (one of the symbols of the city) with a visit of the most famous brewery of central Switzerland and beer tastings. It is the best way to spend a short time in one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. Eichhof is, as they say, a proud beer of a proud region. Brewed just outside Lucerne, in the heart of Switzerland. A beer that has been appreciated throughout the whole country for more than 180 years. Nowadays the company brews thirteen different varieties. One beer for every individual and every occasion. From the classic “Lager” to the strong “Barbara”, using only the best ingredients: first-class malting barley, fine flavoured hops, yeast from our own breeding and pure water. The tour includes a tasting of 6 different Eichhof beers and a pretzel or brewing sausages (pork) with a special bread.

Take a guided walking in the most picturesque city of Switzerland. Stroll across the Chapel Bridge over the Reuss River, admire the Lion of Lucerne, climb the Musegg Wall, explore the centre of the old city, and at the end relax drinking local beer along the river after an interesting walking.

Explore Lake Lucerne’s Region. Experience impressive views over the city of Lucerne, the lake and the Central Swiss Alps, enjoying an oasis of peace in beautiful nature. Enjoy a funicular ride up to the montains and admire the Alps from a panoramic 2 hours easy walk through one of Lucerne’s greenest area. Your guide and local expert will lead the tour and provide you with all the information you need to know about the area’s past and present, customs, language and traditions. After the hotel pick-up your guide will take you from Kriens to Sonnenberg via cable cars for a scenic aerial view over Lucerne; then he/she will lead the way of a 2 hours easy walk in nature, through green pastures, a farm and some authentic Swiss chalets. You will have the chance to visit a typical Swiss farm and stop by the farm shop to purchase some quality food.

Say cheese! Learn about the history of Lucerne on a 2.5 hrs walking tour led by a local guide, then experience its love affair with cheese on an All you can eat Fondue or Raclette culinary experience on a three hrs. evening boat trip around Lake Lucerne. Good food and great views make for a fantastic combination on this jovial evening cruise that showcases the very best of Swiss cuisine. You'll see the most iconic landmarks of the most beautiful Swiss city from the water and from the best panorama viewing points in a lovely and relaxing Swiss experience. We will visit the Lion Monument and take a lift to Lucerne Castle to admire the most stunning alpine views!

Say cheese! and Pick your favourite cheese fondue from 100 variations! Learn about the history of Lucerne in a combined walking and boat tour led by a local guide for a small group, then experience the Swiss love affair with cheese on a mouth-watering Fondue Pleasure. Good food, well preserved history and great alpine views make for a fantastic combination on this amazing Swiss culinary and history adventure that showcases the very best of the local culinary arts (100 different fondue cheese types) . You'll also see the most iconic landmarks of the most beautiful Swiss city from the water and from the best panorama viewing points. We will also visit the Lion Monument and take a lift to Lucerne Castle to enjoy stunning Alpine Views! 

Bring your camera or smartphone for a photo tour of Mt. Titlis, the tallest mountain in central Switzerland. Home to the TITLIS Rotair, aka the world’s first revolving cable car, the mountain summit boasts sweeping views around the snow-capped Swiss Alps. Capture the vistas on camera with the help of a pro photographer guide, hearing tips for the best vantage points and learning about composition techniques. You can even upgrade to add on an extra visit to Lucerne or have an alpine photo shoot with snaps taken by a pro.

Famous for its beautiful medieval architecture and spectacular lakeside scenery, Lucerne is widely considered the jewel in Switzerland’s crown. On this walking tour, enjoy a comprehensive introduction to Lucerne’s culture and history, see the best of Lucerne with ease, and take in top attractions including the Chapel Bridge and the first baroque church in Switzerland.