6-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary in Switzerland

1. Day 1: Zurich
   Estimated time and distance from the last location: 1 hour 30 minutes (92 km) from Zurich Airport

   Explore the beauty of Zurich! Visit the Bahnhofstrasse, a mile-long street filled with exclusive shops and restaurants. Take a stroll through the Old Town and pay a visit to the Grossmünster Church, a landmark of Zurich with incredible views of the city.

2. Day 2: Lucerne
   Estimated time and distance from the last location: 50 minutes (52 km) from Zurich

   Lucerne, the gateway to central Switzerland, is a great place to visit with kids. Take a scenic boat ride on the lake and visit the Lion Monument, one of the most celebrated landmarks in Switzerland, which represents the courage and loyalty of Swiss Guards. Be sure to visit the Swiss Transport Museum, one of the most popular museums in Switzerland and learn about the country's fascinating transport history and technology.

3. Day 3: Interlaken
   Estimated time and distance from the last location: 2 hours 15 minutes (99 km) from Lucerne via A8

   Made famous by the beautiful mountain scenery, Interlaken is a perfect winter paradise for the entire family. Go for an adventurous sledging activity and take a ride on the Jungfraubahn Railway to the "Top of Europe," the highest railway station in Europe, and see mesmerizing glacier views.

4. Day 4: Zermatt
   Estimated time and distance from the last location: 2 hours 25 minutes (150 km) from Interlaken

   Zermatt is famous for snow skiing and its majestic view of the Matterhorn. Take the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise cable car from Zermatt for incredible views of the Breithorn and the Monte Rosa massif. Explore the Matterhorn Museum to learn about the tales of the first ascent of the Matterhorn.

5. Day 5: Geneva
   Estimated time and distance from the last location: 2 hours 45 minutes (233 km) from Zermatt

   Geneva, the second-largest city of Switzerland, has a plethora of attractions to offer for families. Visit the amazing Patek Philippe Museum, and marvel at the collection of one of the world's most renowned luxury watchmakers. Enjoy a boat tour of Lake Geneva and admire the city's stunning skyline.

6. Day 6: Lausanne
   Estimated time and distance from the last location: 50 minutes (62 km) from Geneva

   End your Swiss journey in the charming city of Lausanne, filled with green spaces and historic buildings. Pay a visit to the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts and behold the collection of art from the 15th century to contemporary art. You can also take a stroll through the Ouchy Harbour and enjoy the beautiful view of Lake Geneva.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Bahnhofstrasse (2 hours, free)
• Grossmünster Church (1 hour, free)
• Lion Monument (1 hour, free)
• Swiss Transport Museum (3 hours, 28 CHF for adults, 16 CHF for children)
• Sledging activity (2 hours, 30 CHF for adults, 20 CHF for children)
• Jungfraubahn Railway (4 hours, 155 CHF for adults, 78 CHF for children)
• Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (4 hours, 89 CHF for adults, 45 CHF for children)
• Matterhorn Museum (2 hours, 12 CHF for adults, 6 CHF for children)
• Patek Philippe Museum (2 hours, 10 CHF for adults, free for children)
• Boat tour (1 hour, 40 CHF for adults, 20 CHF for children)
• Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts (2 hours, 10 CHF for adults, free for children)

Useful tips

You can extend your trip to Grindelwald and visit the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe, one of the highest points in Switzerland which offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains. If you have less time, you can consider skipping Interlaken or Zermatt altogether. Alternatively, for more adventurous activities, you can add Paragliding in Interlaken or skiing in Zermatt.