Luzern, Destination

Family

Family holidays in Luzern

Family trips with short distances and plenty of safety.

Luzern in Schweiz is a destination that Family plans for families, focusing on children, safety and short distances. Behind it stands Swiss Vibes, a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, which puts together family trips with short distances. The planner asks about family and period, and on the video call Swiss Vibes clarifies the details.

Updated: 7 August 2026. An offering of Swiss Vibes, Swiss travel agency.

Why this trip

A lake, a boat and in the background mountains that children know from picture books: Lucerne plays to its strengths for families mainly in summer. The routes in the old town are short, and by the water there is almost always a place to run or rest. With children, the Glacier Garden is worthwhile, where glacial potholes and a small hall of mirrors fascinate equally, and the Lion Monument, in front of which older children like to read up on the history. The Chapel Bridge and the Spreuer Bridge can be combined in a walk that even little ones enjoy if an ice cream waits along the way.

If you want a panorama, climb to the viewing terrace and let the children name the mountains from above. The country data name June to September as the best time, when boat trips, swimming spots and mountain excursions are most pleasant. From Lucerne you can reach Engelberg, Andermatt and Grindelwald nearby, in case a day in the mountains beckons. As a Swiss family you save yourself the flight, and with children that is a clear advantage.

Places and experiences

Swiss Vibes first shows all the possibilities for Luzern, then the family narrows them down by age and interests.

  • Glacier Garden of Lucerne, Experience
  • Panorama Terrace, Experience
  • Meggenhorn, Experience
Place
Glacier Garden of Lucerne
Panorama Terrace
Meggenhorn

Getting there

The family travels from Zurich or Basel-Mulhouse, and Swiss Vibes plans connection times so that the children have breaks in between.

Frequently asked questions

What sets Family apart?

Family plans trips for families, with a focus on children, safety and short distances. We plan Luzern by video call according to the age of your children and your school holidays.

Which places are part of the programme in Luzern?

In Luzern, Swiss Vibes has listed places such as Glacier Garden of Lucerne, Panorama Terrace and Meggenhorn, and the family chooses the routes so that there is room for breaks.

Who is a family trip to {name} suited to?

To families who want to match accommodation, distances and daily rhythm to their children and prefer a trip with reserves and without time pressure.

Which accommodations are listed for Luzern in the catalogue?

For the whole family, Luzern offers, for example, Seehotel Pilatus, Hotel Beau Séjour Lucerne and Hotel Des Alpes, depending on the age of the children and your daily rhythm.

Which destinations in Schweiz can be combined with Luzern?

With children, a second stop such as Andermatt, Arosa and Basel is only worthwhile if the distances are short and the days are not overfilled.

Can I adapt the trip?

Yes. We tailor length of trip, accommodation and pace to the age and needs of your children. On the video call we discuss what your family needs and where you would like reserves.

How much does a trip to Luzern cost?

The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.

How does the consultation work?

The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.

How do I start planning?

You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.

Plan your trip

Begin with the age of the children and your preferred time, and the video call clarifies the rest.

Fill in the planner

reply within one working day by video call

Nearby destinations

These neighbouring destinations of Luzern can be combined well with children in one week.

Andermatt, Arosa, Basel, Bern, Crans-Montana, Davos, Engelberg, Genf

  • Andermatt, Destination
  • Arosa, Destination
  • Basel, Destination

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  • Bern, Destination
  • Crans-Montana, Destination
  • Davos, Destination

More destinations for Family

destinations in the catalogue of Family: Saas-Fee, Schaffhausen, St. Moritz.

Gallery

  • Glacier Garden of Lucerne, Experience
  • Panorama Terrace, Experience
  • Meggenhorn, Experience
  • Spreuerbrücke, Experience
  • Lucerne Needle Dam, Experience
  • Lion Monument, Experience
  • Bourbaki Panorama Luzern, Experience
  • Seehotel Pilatus, Accommodation

Updated: 7 August 2026. An offering of Swiss Vibes, Swiss travel agency.