What are the Top Places to Visit in Switzerland for First-Time Travelers?

When you ask a couple to go on an abroad trip to their favorite place, then you will find out that 8 out of 10 will love to visit Switzerland. People are quite excited about their first trip, and when their first trip goes to Switzerland then, their excitement will go on to cloud seven. Without blowing the mind in the excitement, a traveler may forget to plan smartly; for smart travel, it is important to curate their itinerary for the places they will be exploring. Here are some of the top places that you must visit in Switzerland if it's your first time there. Your trip will be majestic after you visit there. 

Top attractions for first-time travelers

Upon booking the flights and landing in Switzerland, you can simply stay in a hotel and rest for a couple of hours so that you can rejuvenate your body to start your exploration. Depending on your trip, whether it's a two-day or one-week trip, here are some of the great tourist sites that are a must-visit site. These places will make you think why Switzerland is a wonderful place and popular among tourists. 

• Matterhorn: A place with no trip to Switzerland is complete. Here, you can lay your eyes on the iconic Matterhorn, one of the highest peaks in the Alps, and it would be a perfect site for taking pictures. The town of Zermatt provides the base from which you can admire nature. 
• Bernese Oberland Railway: The unforgettable alpine experience that you can get by taking a ride on the historic railway that you must ride,  climbing to Jungfraujoch, the "Top of Europe" at 3,454 meters above sea level.
• Rhine Falls: If you have come to Switzerland and have not visited Rhine Falls, then your trip may be worth less. This is Europe's largest plain waterfall, and it will definitely give you a wow moment—and you can't resist taking a selfie. It is located near the northern border with Germany.
• Lake Geneva: Lake Geneva is a water body surrounded by breathtaking scenery and straddling the border with France. Located near the city of Lausanne, you should pay attention; otherwise, you may blow your mind by seeing the stunning lakefront promenade.
• Lucerne: Most tourists consider this one of the most picturesque cities in Switzerland. Lucerne is a well-preserved medieval old town where you can witness the iconic Chapel Bridge and stunning views of the surrounding mountains and Lake Lucerne. A boost ride is a must.
• Château de Chillon: You must stop at this medieval castle situated on the banks of Lake Geneva. Do not forget to visit this site if you go to Lake Geneva for boating. Chillon Castle is a stunning example of Swiss architecture, which surely forces you to think that this castle would be made in that era.
• Bern - you must not forget to explore the capital of Switzerland. Bern is a delightful city where you can find an old town from the medieval period. It is quite popular for its impressive 15th-century cathedral, swiss architecture, and culture. Do not forget to go shopping for souvenirs in Bern.
• Zurich: This must be in your top five destinations. It is a beautiful city with art galleries, museums, theaters, and many shopping malls. Thousands of travelers explore Zurich each year for its dramatic old town scenes. 

Final words

To sum up, no matter how much you plan, siwitzerland is one of such places that can't be fully explored in one go. Hopefully, you have found this guide helpful and will be visiting all the places above mentioned by curating your first Switzerland trip. Switzerland is a beautiful place where you can connect with nature through your trip.