The Neuchatel Castle is now home to the Neuchatel cantonal legislative offices, the cantonal law…read morecourts (hold hearings here), and other administrative offices. Between 1st April and 30th September, the castle is open for free guided tours. Guided tours leave from the main entrance at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm on weekdays and 10am, 11am, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm on Saturdays and at 2pm, 3pm and 4pm on Sundays and public holidays. The guided tour takes you through several of the legislative and court rooms, knights room, and offices. The tour guide was extremely informative and friendly, probably one of the best tour guides I have had. The inside of the castle was definitely worth seeing. There are some beautiful art pieces and historic Neuchatel Clocks on display within some of the rooms.

One of the three remaining city gates, the Gate of Spalen dates back to 1400. There was a time that…read moreBasel was surrounded by walls but most of them are gone. This memorializes those times. Through this gate, a great deal of vital supplies and provisions that had come from Alsace entered the city. You can still see square main tower which is flanked by two circular towers on either side. The figures of the Madonna and two prophets decorate the façade that faces away from the city. Access is free and you can walk right through the gate today. [Review 21216 overall - 66 in Switzerland - 181 of 2024.]

The Spalentor was one of the first things we saw in Basel and it was definitely one of the most…read morememorable. It's a beautiful city gate that stands in the middle of a bustling intersection. It's mind-boggling to think how many centuries old this structure is. It used to help surround the city with walls, but those have long since been removed. The green roof is decorated with an interesting pattern and it looks similar to the ones I saw at Basel Minster. You can walk around and through this structure at all times of the day so definitely come back for some great night pictures as well. There are lots of intricate details to study and appreciate if you take the time to look.

The Prison Tower claimed to be the oldest building in Neuchâtel with foundations dating back to the…read more10th century. The Prison tower can be found at the base of the Neuchatel castle and is definitely worth a stop for anyone touring the area. Inside the tower as you climb the steep wooden stairs up you will find two two wooden cells that were used until 1848 (couldn't believe how tiny they were!). Once you reach the top, you will find a fantastic view of the city, lake, and surrounding mountains. For only 2 chf entrance free it is definitely worth a visit for the view. The entrance is automated, and there are no humans manning the gate. The tower closes at 6pm. You have to feed the machine exactly 2 CHF in coins, no more, no less. If you don't give it exact change, the door won't open, and you won't get your coins back. We were 10 cents short, and it wouldn't give us back our money, we had to run to a nearby store to get 10 cents to feed into the machine in order for it to let us in. It was quite frustrating. Also, there is a large turnstile gate and a door. It is not the door that you enter it is the claw like turnstile. After you feed the machine 2 chf there is no sound or indication that the door has been released, you just go through. Then the next person is free to feed the machine money. Other than the frustrating entrance turnstile, I enjoyed the view awaiting me at the top.

WOOOOW! Absolutely incredible experience. The caves themselves are stunning. They were full of…read morebeautiful grottos, unique rock formations, and breathtaking scenery throughout. The views from the top and outside are truly magical, overlooking a massive lake that makes the entire visit feel surreal. QUICK heads-up... there is quite a bit of walking and many steps, and some areas can be slippery, so it may not be ideal for anyone with limited mobility. That said, if you're able to do the walk, it's 100% worth it. A truly beautiful and memorable experience.

Advertised as one of the largest cave systems in Switzerland, St. Beatus is a unique experience, a…read morebreak from the blue lakes and green hills. Just so others don't get bamboozled like me, just be aware that there is an intense hill to walk up, just to get to the entrance. Our group was not prepared at all and being in the middle of the summer, everyone was sweating by the time we got to the top. It doesn't seem like there's much parking and the caves are a popular tourist attraction. We took the bus from Interlaken for free with the guest cards and I would say it's the least amount of hassle since you don't have to fight for parking. Sit or stand on the right side of the bus on the way back to Interlaken for views of the lake. You can buy tickets online but if you're staying in Interlaken, wait until you get your free guest card before buying tickets in-person for some discounts. Unfortunately, there are no discounts with the Half Fare or Swiss Pass. There were two places that I could tell that sold tickets on-site. One was a gift shop halfway up the hill and the other was right at the top. Once inside the caves, the temperature drastically drops. I saw some people in thicker jackets but it was such a cool relief from hiking up and I never felt like it was too cold. Wear shoes with decent grip because it can be slippery walking in the caves. Overall, it took about an hour to go in and out. There's a couple of good photo spots and informational boards scattered throughout the path. When we were done with the cave, we stayed for a bit at the restaurant to enjoy the views and some refreshments. For starters, it sits on top of a beautiful waterfall and you can see the beautiful, blue waters of Lake Thun.

My boyfriend has been my guide through Switzerland and decided today we'd visit the Tower of Fart…read more I know apparently how you pronouce Peilz sounds the same as the word fart. Later on I'll be reviewing the Castle of to shit. Anyways, this tower is situated near the lake and is in the city near Nestle. Yes the company is from Switzerland. Saw the building too. The tower has some kind of walk way to it, but it was closed when we got to the door. We then took a walk around the tower. There was a cave with water dripping through the top as it was raining when we were there. Also a little area full of yachts. Cute place to meander around. The museum of games is here too.

This iconic medieval clock tower is not just a historic landmark but a fascinating glimpse into the…read morecity's past. Watching the astronomical clock's mechanical figures put on their little show every hour is surprisingly mesmerizing--it's like stepping back in time. We didn't have time and energy for the guided tour. The surrounding streets are charming, filled with cafés and little shops perfect for exploring afterward. Even if you're just strolling by, catching the hourly chime and clock performance is free and worth it.

The 179 ft clock tower is the oldest monument of the city with its 15th-century astronomical clock…read more I, and others, assumed there was going to be something special that happened every hour. There wasn't.