Two days in Luxembourg City is plenty of time to see the main sights without a gruelling marathon. Group attractions by neighbourhood, allow for a bit of leeway in case of bad weather, and don’t plan an important tour straight after an overnight coach journey.
Check opening times, events, accessibility and tickets on Luxembourg’s official tourism portal: these details change more often than the sights themselves.
Day one: getting to know the city
Start in the Ville Haute, walk to Constitution Square, the cathedral and ‘Europe’s most beautiful balcony’ – the Chemin de la Corniche. Check the current opening times and tickets for the casemates.
Day two: another side to Luxembourg
Head down to the Grund, walk through the Alzette Valley and take the public lift up to Pfaffenthal. After lunch, choose either a museum or the modern Kirchberg district, without trying to cover all the different levels of the city on foot.
How to set a realistic pace
Plan one main paid attraction for half a day, and leave the rest of the time for streets, riverbanks and short stops. If a booking is required, check not only the opening times but also the route from your previous location. After a long journey, it’s better to cut back on your itinerary than to rush through unfamiliar areas.
If the bus arrives early or late
Check in advance whether you can leave your luggage at your accommodation, and check the route from the exact stop. Start your morning itinerary with open urban spaces rather than a museum with fixed opening hours. For evening arrivals, save the transport timetable and the hotel’s contact details for offline use.
Transport and navigation
Download an offline map, mark the coach station, your accommodation and your return departure point. The city centre is often convenient for walking routes, but a museum or hill further afield may require transport. Compare single-journey and day tickets based solely on the current fare charged by the local operator.
Budget and meals
Set aside a separate budget for transport, one or two paid attractions and any unexpected travel costs. For lunch, head a few streets away from the main square and check the menu before ordering. A small supply of water and a snack will help you avoid having to change your route because of queues.
Preparing for a coach journey
Keep your ticket, passport, mobile phone and any necessary medication in your hand luggage. Allow plenty of time for the return journey: the name of the town is no substitute for the exact address and platform. It’s also worth reading the tips on offline maps and checking that your phone is set up for travel abroad.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to buy a city card?
It isn’t automatically worth it. Work out exactly which museums and trips you’ll actually have time for, and check the terms and conditions on the official website.
What should I do if it rains?
Keep one museum as a backup, but don’t cram all your visits into a single day: you’ll still need to get around the city between them.