Switzerland is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. People flock to Switzerland to visit its world class ski resorts, see the beautiful Alpine nature and rich cultural heritage. Switzerland is also famous for its watches and chocolate. In this how to visit Switzerland you can get some basic information about traveling to the country.

Switzerland has 4 national languages, German, Italian, French, and Romansh which are spoken in different parts of the country. English is widely spoken in Switzerland.http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/travel/about-switzerland/languages.html

Unlike in most European country, you can’t use Euro in Switzerland. The national currency is Swiss franc or CHF. You can get good exchange rates for foreign currency bank notes and traveler’s cheques in banks. Money changer services and hotels might charge you fee for exchanging your money.http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/travel/information/money-duty-free.html Major credit cards are widely accepted around the country but not as extensive as in the US. Do have some cash at hand for shopping and eating out in case the place you visit don’t accept credit cards.

Green living is highly valued in Switzerland. You should always keep things neat and clean or risk getting scolded by the locals. The people are friendly and welcoming, but sometimes are reserved.

To enter Switzerland, you can ride a plane, a car, or a train, depends on your point of entry. Sometimes it is cheaper to get to a place near Switzerland and take another flight or train to the country. Check with your travel agents to find the best fare.

Parts of the Switzerland charm are the beautiful nature and countryside. Traveling around Switzerland is an excellent experience in itself. Taking public transportation is the best way to enjoy the panoramic nature without having to deal with all the trappings and costs that come with driving a car.

Transportation is very efficient but it is quite costly in Switzerland. You should plan and budget transportation cost while visiting Switzerland unless you plan to stay on one place during your trip.

To save money, it is strongly advisable that you purchase travel passes. The Swiss Pass offer you unlimited free rides of buses, railways, boat, and 50 % discount for mountain railways and cable car rides. You can also get free entrance to over 400 museums in Switzerland. You can choose to buy the pass for several days up to a month. It is also a very economical way to travel with your children. Children who travel with a parent can travel free while children traveling without parents get 50% discount. http://rail.myswitzerland.com/produkttexte.php?passid=1〈=en This pass is not valid for all transportation systems, only the eligible ones.

Switzerland is not a cheap destination by any means so you need to budget carefully before you travel to the country. Staying in a modest hotel can cost you around CHF 70 per night.http://www.lonelyplanet.com/switzerland/practical-information/money-costs The cost is way higher during the peak season at the luxurious ski resorts. One way to save money while dining out is not to order alcoholic drinks. If you do have the budget, you can enjoy fine dining or haute cuisine at the luxury restaurants around the country.

All the hotels, bars, restaurants, and some taxi bills are subject to 15% service charge.http://www.lonelyplanet.com/switzerland/practical-information/money-costs

Do sample and buy the famous Switzerland chocolate as souvenirs. Switzerland has wide varieties of chocolate, from milk chocolate to gourmet truffles that all chocolate lovers will like. You don’t have to spend fortune to get delicious chocolate in Switzerland; you can purchase good Swiss chocolate at grocery stores or markets. Cheese is also a Switzerland famous product that you can sample and bring home.

Switzerland is also famous for its Swiss knife, watches, and jewelries. They usually have high quality, but they also come with high price. If you spend a lot of money for shopping, reclaim your value-added tax if you spend more than CHF 300 and the goods leave the country within 30 days since the date of purchase.http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/interests/shopping/shopping-tipps/tax-free-vat.html

There are literally countless of places to visit in Switzerland. Switzerland has many places of interest with spectacular panoramic views, beautiful countryside, and rich cultural heritage.

Switzerland boasts rich cultural life and heritage. The country has hundreds of museums which showcase its rich cultural heritage. Each city has its own symphony and theater. Make full use of your Swiss Pass to gain free entrance to over 400 museums around the country.

Zurich and Geneva are the most modern cities in Switzerland with the best nightlife in the country. However, the cities also have great architectural and cultural heritage. Bern, the capital city Switzerland has more medieval atmosphere than the two cities. The Bern Old town is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the longest weather sheltered shopping arcade in Europe. http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/destinations/culture/culture-in-switzerland/attractions-culture/bern.html

Skiing and other winter sports are one of the reasons people come to Switzerland. There are many ski lodges and resorts around the Alp where you can come to ski in St. Moritz, Arosa, Davos, Grindelwald, and Interlaken area.

To view spectacular Alpine panorama, come to Valais. The place also has old cathedrals and other old buildings. Coming to Chur also gives you view of the Alpine mountain. The city has history for over 5000 years. You can also find some skiing and summer sports region in the cityhttp://www.myswitzerland.com/en/destinations/culture/culture-in-switzerland/attractions-culture/chur-the-alpine-city.html