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Old Town

Lucerne, Switzerland
Ranked #5 of 21 attractions in Lucerne
4.5 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Type: Neighbourhoods
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Campbelltown, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

So many things to see of interest, markets on Saturday, restaurants, buildings, castle walls, river rushing by. Beautiful. More

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SG
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

It was easy to walk to old town from the main train station in about 10mins. It has interesting alley where there are shops and cafes. Outdoor weather was like air-con which makes it comfortable to walk around and stopping to take photos. More

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Worcester Park, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

It is so picturesque. I had been there twice before on fleeting visits with coach tours en route to Italy. This time I went specifically to spend more time there and getting to know and appreciate Lucerne more. Lots to do and see. More

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Monmouth
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

To be honest there are odd buildings and tiny streets, but much of the old town has been redeveloped with modern high rise imitations. It's OK to wander around but there are many better cities than this ones Old Town. More

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Missouri City, Texas
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Very pretty, but full of high end shopping. Leave the shopping to the other tourists, head up a few blocks, and stroll through the towers and gardens! You will need comfy shoes! More

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Sydney
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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On the surface the old town appeared quaint and "historical" and did have a certain charm . However, after walking through it for a while it did tend to resemble other similar places where commercial interests had intruded to the detriment of the historical authenticity. More

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Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

One of the most beautiful old city I ever visited in Europe, highly recommended for everyone when traveling to Europe. More

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Turlock, ca
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

Old town is one of the most beautiful artistic small villages I have ever visited in Europe. The amount of buildings arom the 16th century which are mostly hotels now are amazing. I highly recommend you visit this friendly village, I want to go back already. More

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Lakeside AZ
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
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An absoletuely beautiful place to visit. Lots of great places to eat, drink and shop. Several wonderful churches to visit too. People here seem very happy and helpful. Right on Lake Lucerne with lots of tour and dining boats. Seems very safe. This is the place to go in Switzerland. More

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Zug, Switzerland
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

If do you need to see only thing in Switzerland, this is the one ! Really wonderful place to visit ! More

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