Things to Do in Interlaken
Plan your days in Interlaken, your way
Interlaken gives you a little of everything, and it all fits together easily.
Ride the funicular up Harder Kulm for the view that explains the whole town at once, two lakes, one river, mountains everywhere.
Spend a slow morning on Lake Brienz by boat, hopping off at the Giessbach Falls for the spray and the terrace.
Lunch on rösti or fondue at a terrace on Höheweg, watching paragliders land on the meadow.
Afternoon is for wandering Unterseen's old lanes across the river, quiet, pretty, and unhurried.
If the mood strikes, Lauterbrunnen's waterfall valley is twenty minutes away by train.
The Höhematte at sunset needs no plan at all, just a bench and some ice cream.
One big excursion, one gentle wander, one great meal: the rhythm writes itself.
Nothing here is extreme unless you want it to be.
It is simply a beautiful place that makes deciding easy.
Top attractions and places to eat in Interlaken
Panoramic Viewpoint - Harder Kulm
A mountaintop viewpoint reached by funicular, offering panoramic views over Interlaken and the surrounding lakes and peaks. Travelers go for the sweeping alpine vistas and the famous viewing platform.
restaurant · 4.5 rating · CHF 44
Höhematte Park
A large open green meadow in the center of Interlaken with sweeping views toward the Jungfrau. Travelers visit to relax on the lawn, picnic, and watch paragliders land.
park · 4.2 rating · Free
Reformierte Schlosskirche
A reformed castle church in Interlaken notable for its historic religious architecture. Travelers visit for its heritage and quiet interior.
church · 4.1 rating · Free
Swiss Helicopter
Helicopter tour operator offering scenic flights over the Alps.
trail · 4.6 rating · Free
Unspunnen Ruins
Ruins of an early castle set on a hill overlooking the countryside.
landmark · 4.1 rating · Free
Haarige Kuh Brauerei
Local brewery offering takeaway beer.
experience · 5 rating · Free
Alpenrose Landscape Gardens
Landscaped gardens personally designed over two years, now a top attraction in Wilderswil.
garden · 4.9 rating · Free
Yash Chopra Statue
A statue honoring Indian filmmaker Yash Chopra, whose films featured Swiss landscapes, located in Interlaken. Travelers, especially Bollywood fans, stop for a photo.
attraction · 4.7 rating · Free
Harder Kulm
Interlaken’s local mountain viewpoint, reached by a short funicular ride for sweeping views over Lakes Thun and Brienz and the Bernese Alps.
attraction · CHF 19
38 Bar
A cocktail and drinks bar in Interlaken offering an evening social spot for travelers and locals.
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Aare Korean BBQ Restaurant
A Korean barbecue restaurant where diners grill meats at the table, offering an interactive Asian dining experience.
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Abi's Aroma Avenue south Indian restaurant.
A South Indian restaurant serving regional specialties, appealing to travelers seeking authentic Indian cuisine.
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Interlaken Activities Paragliding
A tandem paragliding operator offering flights over Interlaken with views of the lakes and surrounding mountains. Travelers go for an aerial adventure experience.
attraction · Free
Monastery and Interlaken Castle
A historic complex including a former Augustinian monastery and castle dating back centuries, now housing administrative and church buildings. Travelers visit for its history and architecture.
attraction · Free
Afghan Central Restaurant Interlaken | افغان سنترال رستورانت
An Afghan restaurant serving traditional Central Asian dishes, appealing to travelers seeking authentic regional cuisine.
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