SWITZERLAND TRAVEL TIPS | 50+ Things To Know Before You Visit Switzerland for the First Time
If you’re coming to Switzerland for the first time, there are quite a few things you NEED to know, and a whole lot more that will make your Swiss vacation even smoother! Whether this is your 1st trip to Switzerland or your 10th, here are 50+ things to know!
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00:00 Location & Money
05:14 Practical Tips
14:46 When and Where to Visit
19:37 Transportation
22:51 Sightseeing
26:45 Lodging
29:11 Food
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After spending YEARS traveling Switzerland, we’ve discovered what you really need to know before you visit the land of Swiss cheese and chocolate.
In reality, we made our fair share of mistakes and learned every step of the way. Don’t follow our mistakes — learn from our Switzerland travel tips instead!
LOCATION + MONEY
Where is Switzerland?
How big is Switzerland?
What is Switzerland’s currency?
Can I travel Switzerland on a budget?
PRACTICAL INFO
What’s Switzerland weather like?
What language(s) do they speak in Switzerland?
What is the most widely spoken language in Switzerland? (Hint: It’s not Romansh!)
Can I drink the water in Switzerland?
What are the must-have apps for my Swiss vacation? (Hint: Google Maps, of course!)
Is Switzerland safe?
Are Swiss people friendly?
TRIP PLANNING LOGISTICS
How long should I spend in Switzerland?
How many places should I visit?
Where should I go in Switzerland? (Geneva? Zurich? Bern? Lucerne? Lake Lugano? The Swiss Alps?)
TRANSPORTATION
What are the main airports in Switzerland?
Can I travel Switzerland by train, or do I need a rental car?
You keep mentioning Swiss train passes…do I need one?
SIGHTSEEING
Should I ride one of the famous scenic trains in Switzerland?
Is Switzerland known for adventure activities?
Do I need to make seat reservations or bookings in advance?
What do I need to know about hiking in Switzerland?
Can I get discounts on tourist attractions in Switzerland?
LODGING
What’s better in Switzerland: an Airbnb or a Hotel?
What is tourist tax and how much does it cost?
Will I always get a Guest Card or Visitor Card?
FOOD
What are the most popular grocery stores in Switzerland?
What are the most typical Swiss foods to try?
What should I know about Swiss chocolate?
Do I need to make reservations in restaurants?
MORE TIPS
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