Switzerland · 2026 itinerary
Davos Dorf 3-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for Davos Dorf: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.
Arrive & Explore the Highlights
The oldest building in Davos, a 13th-century reformed church with a plain stone interior and a distinctive onion-domed bell tower. Quiet and atmospheric.
🕐 Daily 09:00-18:00
Free entry💡 Go around 4pm on a weekday when the light hits the stained glass above the altar. You’ll often have the place to yourself.
Hotels near Kirche St. Theodul →A small, tidy park with benches, a children’s play area and a shallow pond. Good for a pause if you’ve come from the ski lift or are walking the main street.
🕐 Open 24 hours
Free entry💡 Grab a coffee from the café on Promenade and sit by the pond. In summer, local families picnic here—no tourists in sight.
Hotels near Räbios Park →Bolgen Plaza · ££
Gruobenalp · ££
Deeper Into Davos Dorf
A grassy field with a wooden climbing frame, swings and a slide, set against a backdrop of mountains. Basic but well-maintained, with a stream running alongside.
🕐 Open 24 hours
💡 Perfect for letting kids run wild while you enjoy the views. Bring your own picnic—there are no shops right there, but the walk from town takes 8 minutes.
An outdoor ice rink in the village centre, open in winter for public skating. Floodlit in the evening and lined with wooden huts selling raclette and mulled wine.
🕐 Daily 10:00-21:00 (Dec-Feb only)
💡 Entry is 5 CHF for adults, but bring your own skates and it’s free. Skates can be rented cheaply from a sports shop two minutes away on Bahnhofstrasse.
Calavadeler Alp
Chalet Güggel
Final Favourites & Departure
A small museum charting the history of winter sports in the region, with old skis, toboggans and archive photos. Covers the early British visitors who brought s
💡 Entry is 8 CHF, but the museum is included in the Davos Klosters Card, which guests get free from many hotels. Check before paying separately.
Jschalp
Höhenweg
Getting Around Davos Dorf
The inn is a 7-minute walk down the hill from the station, so the bus saves your legs. Boards near the back of the station plaza.
Not for getting to Alpine Inn, but a great afternoon trip – you can ski back down to Dorf on the run. Buy a combined ticket with the RHB local line.
Pre-book via phone or their app to avoid surge pricing. Ask for a minivan if you have skis – they carry racks.
Sit on the right side heading south for the best views of Landwasser Valley. Get a Super Saver ticket online to cut cost to around 35 CHF.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 days enough for Davos Dorf?
Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Kirche St. Theodul and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.
What is the best time to visit Davos Dorf?
See our full best time to visit Davos Dorf guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.
Where should I stay for this itinerary?
A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Montana, Sportclub Weißfluh, Hotel Seehof Davos. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.