Lucerne, Switzerland: Schwanenplatz

This is a relatively small square in Old Town, but it's right on the waterfront and serves as a great gateway to the rest of the area. The mass transit outlets usually make a stop here. There are plenty of places to buy food, watches, jewelry, knives, etc. in this part of town. 

See the Bachmann in the bottom right of the building? Lots of baked goods, sandwiches, and chocolate are there. They have stores all over Lucerne. I dare you to go in there and not buy something.