Planning a trip to Switzerland? The Swiss Travel Pass is your all-access ticket to exploring the country’s most iconic destinations by train, boat, and bus. In this blog, we highlight the best places to visit using the Swiss Travel Pass—from lakeside towns and alpine villages to scenic train routes. Plus, discover how PlanJourneys can make your Swiss holiday stress-free by helping you book your pass and plan a personalized itinerary tailored to your travel dreams.

Switzerland—a land of soaring Alps, crystal-clear lakes, scenic villages, and world-class public transportation. It’s a country that feels like a page straight out of a fairytale. And if you’re planning to explore this beautiful Alpine nation, there’s one pass that makes traveling easy, seamless, and budget-friendly—the Swiss Travel Pass.

What is the Swiss Travel Pass?

The Swiss Travel Pass is an all-in-one ticket that offers unlimited travel on public trains, buses, and boats across Switzerland. It covers over 90 towns and cities, scenic train routes, mountain excursions, and even free or discounted entry to more than 500 museums. Whether you're hopping on the Glacier Express or cruising across Lake Lucerne, this pass is your golden ticket to experiencing Switzerland without the stress of booking separate tickets.

Now that you’re covered on transport, let’s explore the best places to visit in Switzerland with your Swiss Travel Pass.

Top Places to Visit with the Swiss Travel Pass

1. Lucerne

A charming lakeside city with a medieval Old Town and the iconic Kapellbrücke (Chapel Bridge). With your pass, take a free boat ride on Lake Lucerne or enjoy discounted access to the Mount Rigi cogwheel railway—the world’s first mountain railway.

2. Interlaken & the Jungfrau Region

Base yourself in Interlaken for breathtaking views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. While the full Jungfraujoch trip isn't fully covered, the Swiss Travel Pass offers discounts up to 50%. Plus, enjoy free rides to Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, and Wengen.

3. Zermatt & the Matterhorn

Home to the majestic Matterhorn, Zermatt is a car-free town perfect for skiing and hiking. The pass covers the scenic train journey to Zermatt via the Glacier Express route. The Gornergrat Bahn and other mountain excursions offer great discounts too.

4. Montreux

Famous for its lakeside promenade and the Montreux Jazz Festival, this is your gateway to the GoldenPass Line, a panoramic train route from Montreux to Lucerne. Also, don’t miss a visit to Chillon Castle—free entry with your pass!

5. Bern

Switzerland’s capital city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with cobbled streets, charming fountains, and the famous Zytglogge clock tower. Public transportation is covered, and museums like the Einstein Museum are included.

6. Geneva

Nestled on the shores of Lake Geneva, this cosmopolitan city offers stunning views and culture galore. Hop on a lake cruise, visit the United Nations, and enjoy free entry to multiple museums with your Swiss Travel Pass.

7. St. Moritz

One of the most glamorous mountain resorts, St. Moritz is also the starting point of the Glacier Express, one of the most scenic train rides in the world. Your pass gives you free travel on this route (reservation fee required).