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Exclusive historical walking tour of Lucerne with a local

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$925.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, German

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 2 hours

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Guided Tour

Local touch

Private Tour

Smaller Group Size

Subject expert guide

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Why you’ll love this…

The tour offers an intimate exploration of Lucerne's historical heart, guided by a local expert
You'll traverse from Torbogen Luzern to Hofkirche St. Leodegar, uncover the stories behind these iconic landmarks
There will be insights into significant events that shaped Lucerne's fame and architecture
A deep dive into Lucerne's past reveals its evolution from a fishing village to a 19th-century tourist hotspot
This is more than just a tour; it's a journey that brings history to life

What to expect

Set off on a two-hour exclusive walk through the history of Lucerne with a local expert by your side.

From Torbogen Luzern to Hofkirche St. Leodegar , explore Lucerne’s most iconic landmarks and the historic events that made them famous.

Discover how Lucerne’s history, starting as a small fishing village and evolving through periods of being part of the Swiss Confederation, Napoleonic rule, and becoming a tourist destination in the 19th century, impacted modern-day architecture, cultural identity and how its dialect, a variant of Swiss German, developed.

Embark on a journey where history comes alive, making this tour a can’t miss experience.

What's included

Local guide
Small group experience
Walking tour

What's not included

Personal expenses

Where

Landungsbrücke 1, Luzern, Switzerland

Meeting point:

Meet in front of the Luz bistro (near the Torbogen Luzern). Have your ticket with you to show the guide at the beginning of the experience. Please arrive 15 min before the start of the experience. The experience starts on time and for organisational reasons there can be no waiting.

What to remember

Know in advance:

This tour is hosted by an independent local
This is an exclusive private tour
The itinerary adapts to travellers' interests and walking pace
Stops may vary depending on weather conditions
Entry tickets for transportation, museums, and monuments excluded

Provider

LocalBini AG

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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