Switzerland is a travel destination in Western Europe. Its capital is Bern. August and July are its two best months to visit, ranked on 1991–2020 climate averages.
Top places to visit in Switzerland
Zurich (city, Zurich) — Global finance hub with a vibrant arts scene, lakefront promenades, and Bahnhofstrasse.
Interlaken (natural, Bern) — Adventure capital — between two lakes, with Jungfrau and thrilling alpine activities.
Zermatt & Matterhorn (mountain, Valais) — Car-free alpine village below the iconic pyramid peak — skiing and mountaineering mecca.
Lucerne (city, Lucerne) — Fairy-tale medieval bridge, Chapel Bridge, lake steamers, and Lion Monument.
Geneva (city, Geneva) — International city on Lac Léman — United Nations, Jet d'Eau, and watchmaking heritage.
Jungfraujoch (mountain, Bern) — "Top of Europe" — highest railway station on the continent at 3,454 m.
Bern (city, Bern) — UNESCO old town — medieval arcades, bears, and the Zytglogge clock tower.
Grindelwald (mountain, Bern) — Glacier views, First Cliff Walk, and dramatic Eiger North Face hiking.
Lauterbrunnen (natural, Bern) — Valley of 72 waterfalls — Staubbach Falls and cliff-side Mürren village.
Lake Geneva Region (natural, Vaud) — UNESCO vineyards of Lavaux, Belle Époque villages, and Château de Chillon.