Switzerland · WALKS WITH A LOCAL
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 walks with a local that justify what Switzerland charges, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before committing.
60-minute Lucerne express walk with a local, Chapel Bridge and Spreuer Bridge highlights, plus local food and bar tips in small group comfort.
“It was a bit expensive for the experience and time”
Private 60-minute Bern walk with a local, from Zytglogge to the Minster and Rathausplatz, with food and bar tips for your day.
“We loved Jonas. He was full of information about the history of Bern but also interesting facts about the local life. I highly recommend this tour. Bern is a beautiful city.”
Basel in 60 minutes with a local: Old Town sights, bar and cafe tips, small-group walk to Spalentor.
A 60 to 90 minute express walk in Lugano with a local, covering Via Nassa, the cathedral, and Parco Ciani, plus smart food tips.
“Tej was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable, and added many interesting pieces of history. Very good English, answered all questions. allowed us to go at our own pace. We highly recommend!”
A 60-minute private express walk in Geneva with a local, from St Pierre Cathedral to the Reformation Wall, ending on Quai du Mont-Blanc.
“Jurabek was a great guide and we got to see so many great sites with him!”
St. Moritz in 60 minutes with a local guide, small group walk from the Tourist Office Dorf to Lake and the Leaning Tower.
“Our tour of St. Moritz was excellent! Our tour guide Susi, kept it interesting and fun. We were upgraded to the 2 hour tour at no extra cost and so glad we were! I definitely want to visit again!”
St. Gallen in 60 minutes with a local guide. Abbey District sights, best food tips, and small-group walking from the binary clock.
“The guide was so knowledgeable and fun. Highly recommend!”
60-minute small-group local walk in Lausanne, with cathedral views and smart food and bar tips, ending at Montbenon. $97.
“Unser Guide Thomas war ein Volltreffer. Wir verstanden uns von Beginn sehr gut. Wir kamen in den Genuss einer individuellen Stadtführung, genau nach unseren Wünschen. Fragt nach Thomas.”
A 60-minute small-group local walk in Montreux, starting at Freddie Mercury sights, with lake views, smart tips, and food bar recommendations.
“Vitor est parfait. Explications complètes et pertinentes, rythme soutenu, mais agréable. Très respectueux et extrêmement gentil et généreux.”
Geneva with a local in 90 minutes. Small group, photo stops like Broken Chair and Smurfs Buildings, plus local food tips.
Private 90-minute walk in Chur with a local, from St. Martin’s Church to the cathedral, with bar and food tips.
“Barbara was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Chur, pointing out hidden architectural features of the city wall, houses, and the cathedral that I never would have otherwise spotted! A wonderful visit!”
A 90-minute local walk in Lausanne, from Lausanne Cathedral to Quai d'Ouchy 1, with photo tips, history, and local food recs for small groups.
“Ana provided a great walking tour of Lausanne, full of great history and local insight. She has a great attitude and loves introducing tourists to the wonders of the city.”
90-minute Basel photo walk with a Local, small group up to 8, Münsterplatz and Marktplatz stops, English or German.
“Our tour guide Duygu is very friendly, patient and accommodating. She explained the tour before starting and showed us where to go if we wanted to explore further. She gave us recommendations on restaurants and shops. We had fun and great time to discover the insta-perfect spots with our guide. Thank you so much Duygu.”
A 1-hour small-group Basel highlights walk with a local guide, from Porte St. Alban to Basel Minster and Spalentor.
“I really enjoyed the tour. My guide "Duygu" was brilliant. Very kind & spontaneous.”
60-minute local walk in Interlaken, see Hüsi Bierhaus, Casino, Yash Chopra statue, Reformed castle church, with bar and café tips.
Pick a mountain, a factory, a lake or a train.
