10am

Begin your day at Coop City, a one-stop-shop for fashion and beauty accessories as well as stationery and travel goods; the ample toy department is a welcome distraction for shoppers-in-training



11am

Make it a morning for menswear on Kapellgasse. Pick up nautical separates from PKZ and stylish suits from Herren Globus; brands such as Burberry, Hugo Boss and Zegna are also on offer



1pm

Follow Swiss tradition by lunching at the Fondue House on Eisengasse; its vast selection of raclettes make this a must for fromage fans



2pm

Choose summer scents on Hertensteinstrasse, where Marionnaud Parfumeries and Import Parfumerie stock fabulous fragrances including Tom Ford's Black Orchid and Miss Dior Cherie



3pm

Treat your feet; indulge in new tights from Wolford and some stunning snakeskin platforms from Bally on Grendelstrasse



4.30pm

Head to Bijou Les Boutiques for the best selection of casual clothing, from pattern-conscious Desigual for the girls to Lab Pal Zileri for the boys and G-star jeans for everyone



6pm

Book ahead to secure a coveted terrace table at the Hotel des Balances restaurant on Weinmarkt; lobster terrine and strawberry gratin are among the sumptuous mouthfuls on offer



9pm

Head to Lucerne’s open-air cinema, open during July and August next to the lake, and enjoy cinematic classics under a blanket of stars