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Culinary Kickstart Tour: Lucerne

  • 2.5 hours
  • Food Tours
  • Lucerne
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Your local for this experience

Experience hosted by Sandiana

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

The way to a city's heart it's through its food! And on this private food tour, you'll get to know Lucerne through its cuisine and the tastings favorite of the locals. A local food expert is ready to give you a taste of the real Lucerne satisfying your cravings for local food and city highlights.

Destination
Lucerne, Switzerland
Category
Food Tours
Duration
2.5 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Français, Hindi
Included
  • Private Guide
  • 6 Local Food & Drink Tastings
  • Vegetarian Options Available
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Kickstart your stay through the city's food scene
  • Try classic tastings typical of the local culture
  • Enjoy alplermagronen & chocolate tasting
  • Get to know the best food local hotspots in Lucerne
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Avoid tourist food traps during the rest of your stay

What you can expect

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With so much food to choose from, where to begin?! Get a taste of the culinary scene of Lucerne on a private tour that will open your appetite to the best food and drinks the city has to offer.

Kickstart your flavorful journey in Lucerne with the help of a local foodie that will introduce you to typical and classic tastings beloved by the locals. Try from alplermagronen to chocolate tasting and more to get an idea of what to eat for the rest of your stay. The best way to start your Lucerne trip, with tasty food and a local connection!

But that's not it! On this private tour, food and city highlights are all part of the menu. Between at least 3 food stops, your host will show you Kapellbrücke, The Old Town, and other remarkable spots in the area, making it the perfect Lucerne overview. After this private food, you're set to continue enjoying Lucerne like a local, with food and city recommendations.

The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from local cuisine to city lifestyle. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Lucerne, your Lucerne!

If you have dietary restrictions or requirements, please ensure to contact the host prior to booking to receive a personalized offer.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at Next to the entrance of the Jesuitenkirche - Lucerne to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. 10 Tastings

    This tour includes 6 food and drink tastings. Your local host has hand-picked each one of the tastings based on their love for food, and knowledge of the city. Enjoy only the most authentic bites the city has to offer!
  4. The Classics

    A food tour in Lucerne would not be complete without the most typical and beloved dishes in town. Enjoy a bite of the ultimate classics alpermagronen with a beer and taste them in their true local flavor!
  5. Locals’ Favorites

    Discover more of the local cuisine by trying some of the ultimate locals’ favorites food treats. Try unique food, typical of Lucerne picked by your local host and hear why they love it so much!
  6. Typical Drinks

    With drinks included as part of the tastings this real experience comes with a real local spirit! Your local host will quench your thirst with a selection of drinks like coffee, unique beverages, and alcoholic (or non-alcoholic) cocktails, wine and beer
  7. City Highlights

    This tour is more than just food, it’s a cultural experience! In between food stops, discover city highlights for a well-rounded experience that will satisfy your appetite for Lucerne. From food, drinks, must-sees and local hot spots; this tour has everything on the menu!
  8. Vegetarian Alternative

    Looking for a vegetarian alternative? It’s possible! The tour has been created with alternative tastings to fit your preferences. Just let your host know!
  9. Special Diet or Allergies?

    If you follow a special diet or have an allergy to a specific food, let your host know! They’ll make sure to take that into consideration so you can have an enjoyable and safe experience
  10. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Lawrence
(About local )
11 July 2025
Sandiana is an enthusiastic, funny, knowledgeable guide – she was the best tour guide we had in our 3 weeks of travelling throughout Europe! This tour was a combination tour of old town plus a food tour. For the food tour, she brought samples of local treats and beverages and explained the story behind each treat. The tour also features a stop at a local lunch spot to sample other local foods. As it turns out, we had eaten dinner the previous night at the restaurant she chose, but Sandiana was a wealth of knowledge of other sites and shops that we should try while in Lucerne – all of her suggestions were outstanding. Fun, customized insider tour!!!!
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Faure
(About local )
11 May 2025
Our host Sandy was great! She took great care of my family and I. She ensured the walking tour was in a good pace as my parents were with a walker. Grateful for her extra care! Sandiana, you made it memorable!
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Anselmi
(About local )
8 May 2025
Our guide, Sandiana, took extra measures to ensure that the tour was accessible for multiple elders in our group. She was very helpful in getting us oriented to the city, the buses, and did a lovely job presenting as we toured the city.Sandiana made it special!
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Robie
(About local )
24 April 2025
Our Viking Host, Sandiana, was exceptional. She was so friendly, personable and very knowledgeable. I especially appreciated her help with the hotel when there was a problem with our room. The hotel was in a great location, so close to the train, bus, and piers! We also loved the breakfast and service we received with coffee, etc.Sandiana Made Our Trip Memorable!
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Dazel
(About local )
19 April 2025
Sandiana was enthusiastic and knowledgable about the sites we visited. She offered restaurant suggestions and other sites to see during our stay.An Amazing Host with Insider Tips and Warm Hospitality
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Haag
(About local )
19 March 2025
Sandiana was outstanding! She was knowledgeable and highly personable.Sandiana is a 10!!
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Ritchie
(About local )
18 March 2025
Our tour guide Sandiana, did an excellent job! She is professional yet warm and friendly. Her tour is interesting which includes stories and vital information about Lucerne. We had a wonderful and enjoyable time!10+ Thank you Sandiana!
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Wilke
(About local )
11 March 2025
The tour host Sandiana was excellent and informative. She kept the day interesting and moving with many details (historical, cultural and fun!) Love her humour! Frankly, she should get a raise.Outstanding Sandiana! WOW
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Gustin
(About local )
7 March 2025
Sandiana was outstanding. She went above and beyond providing information and service to us. She made our stay very enjoyable. She is a ‘10’!!Perfect Host, Perfect Stay!
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Taylor
(About local )
1 February 2025
Sandiana was our host and we could not have asked for a better person. She immediately made us feel like family and provided an excellent tour of Lucerne. She also helped us with the selection of restaurants and arranged for our reservations. Both of the restaurants were wonderful! Sandiana is truly an outstanding person who we will always remember and cherish our time with her!!!Unforgettable Stay Thanks to Sandiana’s Incredible Care
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Smetzler
(About local )
20 January 2025
Our tour guide Sandiana was pleasant, very descriptive of the landmarks and history of the sites shown to us. Adding humor and hints to get a better deal, made the excursions more valuable to us in all respects. They were wonderful, patient and informative. They made our trip much more pleasurable. THANK YOU!!Worth the tour!

Withlocals experiences
are always

Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.

Other Food tours in Lucerne

€205.15per person