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Liechtenstein Vaduz travel guide
9 things to do in Vaduz, where to stay, airport transfers, 2 MICHELIN-starred restaurants. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Vaduz
- Vaduz Castle — palace and official residence of the Prince of Liechtenstein (visit ≈ 75 min)
- Vaduz Cathedral — cathedral in Vaduz, Liechtenstein (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein — art museum in Vaduz (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Liechtenstein National Museum — historical museum in Vaduz (Liechtenstein) (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Postal Museum — museum in Liechtenstein (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Werdenberg Castle — castle in the tiny town of the same name in the canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland (visit ≈ 75 min)
- Schalun Castle — castle ruin located in the municipality of Vaduz, Liechtenstein (visit ≈ 75 min)
- Church of St. Laurentius — church in Liechtenstein (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Kloster St. Elisabeth — convent in Schaan (visit ≈ 40 min)
2-day Vaduz walking itinerary
Starting point: Städtle. The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 1.3 km · 1,710 steps · 17 min on the way): Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein → Postal Museum → Liechtenstein National Museum → Vaduz Cathedral → Vaduz Castle
- Day 2 (≈ 9.5 km · 12,860 steps · 2 h 8 min on the way): Schalun Castle → Kloster St. Elisabeth → Church of St. Laurentius
Where to stay in Vaduz
- Städtle: The pedestrian centre; museums and the path up to the castle.
- Schaan: Neighbouring town with a train station; ≈ 10 min by bus.
- Triesenberg: Mountain village overlooking the Rhine valley; great views.
Getting from the airport to Vaduz
- Zurich (ZRH): Train to Sargans or Buchs, then bus ≈ 1.5 h
Getting around
Vaduz is walkable; LIEmobil buses link the whole country and the Swiss train stations.
Classic places to eat
- Hofkellerei des Fürsten von Liechtenstein: The Prince’s wine cellar; tastings available.
- Torkel: Elegant restaurant set in the Prince’s vineyard.
- Gasthof Löwen: Local food in a historic inn that makes its own wine.
- Adler Vaduz: A traditional hotel restaurant in the centre.
- Bäckerei Konditorei Amann: Long-standing local bakery and pâtisserie.
MICHELIN-starred restaurants
Last known stars; check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- Torkel — 1 MICHELIN star, Modern
- Marée — 1 MICHELIN star, Modern French
Romantic views
- Vaduz Castle Viewpoint (Sunset): From beside the castle you see the Rhine valley and Swiss peaks.
- Old Rhine Bridge (Sunset): The covered wooden bridge links Liechtenstein and Switzerland.
- Prince's Vineyards (Herawingert) (Afternoon): A quiet walk through the vineyards below the castle.
- Städtle (Evening): The pedestrian main street is calm and lamp-lit in the evening.
Football stadiums in Vaduz
- Rheinpark Stadion: Home of FC Vaduz
Day trips
- Abbey of Saint Gall — 33 km from the centre
Good to know before visiting Vaduz
- Fine: Speeding fines are high.
- Fine: Smoking indoors is banned.
- Warning: Mountain weather changes quickly.
- The currency is the Swiss franc; some places accept euros.
- The Vaduz tourist centre offers a souvenir passport stamp.
- Sundays are quiet and shops close.
- Emergency: 112 (police 117, ambulance 144, fire 118)
- Plugs: C/J, 230V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe to drink.
- Tipping: Service is included; round up if you like.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Liechtenstein, Wikivoyage — Liechtenstein, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Vaduz travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Vaduz?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Add extra days for day trips (Abbey of Saint Gall).
- What are the top things to do in Vaduz?
- Highlights: Vaduz Castle, Vaduz Cathedral, Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein, Liechtenstein National Museum and Postal Museum. The map has 9 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Vaduz?
- Städtle: The pedestrian centre; museums and the path up to the castle. Other options: Schaan and Triesenberg.
- How do you get from the airport to Vaduz city centre?
- Zurich (ZRH): Train to Sargans or Buchs, then bus ≈ 1.5 h
- How do you get around Vaduz?
- Vaduz is walkable; LIEmobil buses link the whole country and the Swiss train stations.
- Which MICHELIN-starred restaurants are in Vaduz?
- According to the last known data there are 2 starred restaurants: Torkel (1 star), Marée (1 star). Check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- What is the emergency number in Vaduz?
- Emergency: 112 (police 117, ambulance 144, fire 118).
- Do you tip in Vaduz?
- Service is included; round up if you like.
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