1. It's never to hoot in Neuchatel even in the height of summer so active tourists can safely go on a trip at any time. They should keep in mind, however, that August is considered the rainiest month of the year in the region.
2. Neuchâtel promises to be a comfortable and interesting place for a winter holiday. Even in January, the air temperature rarely drops below zero. Many interesting holidays are held in the city in winter.
3. The city provides top-notch hotels that will please budget travelers with affordable prices. Even upscale and historic hotels have some standard rooms with attractive prices.
4. A common accommodation option in the city is apartments. They are especially in demand among young people, as well as big traveling families.
6. Local restaurants serving regional cuisine are quite expensive. Thrifty tourists prefer small restaurants and cafes located away from the main streets.
7. The closest international airport is located in the vicinity of Zurich. You can get to Neuchatel from it by high-speed train or rented car.
Neuchâtel is a popular sports tourism destination. Active tourists can enjoy well-maintained parks with walking and cycling paths in the city and beautiful nature reserves and lakes in its … Open
9. The main form of public transport is buses. Tickets for them must be purchased in advance. Students and seniors are offered 50% discounts on transport.
10. Many locals are fluent in French. Tourists who do not speak foreign languages should take a phrase book with them on a trip.
11. Gourmets who want to try authentic regional dishes are advised to do this in the countryside. Here you can visit rural restaurants where classic home-style meals are prepared using local produce.
12. Travelers who want to quickly explore the main city attractions should use the services of a special tourist train. It departs regularly from Place du Port and runs through the main streets of the historic district.
13. On the outskirts of the Old Town is a funicular by which one can get to the top of Crête du Plan. The best viewing platforms in town can be found up here.
14. Several days a week, all local attractions and museums are free of charge. Be sure to clarify their schedule in advance in a tourist center or at your hotel.
15. Those enthusiastic about event tourism would be happy to visit the city in February, June and September when the largest and most interesting festivals are held here.