Zurich Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

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(2 reviews)
Zurich, Switzerland

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Most travelers think they’ve seen Zurich after walking along Bahnhofstrasse and the lakefront. But what if I told you the city’s real charm hides in its narrow streets, historic corners, and stories only a local can share?

Exploring alone, it’s easy to miss the layers of history and details that make Zurich unforgettable. You might leave thinking you’ve seen it all, while its true spirit stays hidden.

Our Walking Tour in Zurich changes that. Your guide tailors the experience to your interests, showing both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Discover the authentic Zurich, beyond the surface.

What's Included

Professional tour guide
2-hour walking tour
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Zurich HB

Meet your guide at Zurich Central Train Station. Your guide will be standing under the iconic main clock.

End point
Augustinergasse

We conclude the tour at Augustinergasse.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Zurich HB

    We start our tour at the heart of the city, Zurich Central Station, meeting under the iconic main clock, a traditional landmark for locals and visitors alike. From here, we introduce Zurich's role as Switzerland's main transport, economic, and cultural hub.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Polyterrasse

    We continue towards Polyterrasse, one of the best panoramic viewpoints in Zurich. From here, guests enjoy a stunning view over the Old Town, the Limmat River, and, on clear days, the Swiss Alps, an ideal place to understand the city's geography and historical expansion.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Niederdorf

    We walk down into the Niederdorf, Zurich's oldest and most vibrant neighborhood, famous for its narrow streets, cafés, bookshops, and artistic atmosphere. This area reflects everyday life in historic Zurich.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    At Münsterhof, one of the city's most important medieval squares, we explore Zurich's religious, commercial, and political development during the Middle Ages.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Grossmunster

    We stop at the Grossmünster, Zurich's most iconic church and a key site of the Protestant Reformation led by Huldrych Zwingli in the 16th century.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Just a short walk away is St. Peter's Church, home to the largest church clock face in Europe.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Lindenhof Hill

    At Lindenhof, a historic hilltop park, we discuss Zurich's Roman origins while enjoying one of the best views over the Old Town and the Limmat River.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Bahnhofstrasse

    We walk along Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world's most exclusive shopping streets, representing Zurich's financial power and modern urban development.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Cabaret Voltaire

    We continue to Cabaret Voltaire, the birthplace of the Dada movement, an artistic revolution that emerged in Zurich during World War I.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Fraumunster Church

    We stop at the Fraumünster, world-famous for its stained-glass windows by Marc Chagall, blending medieval architecture with modern art.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    At the Town Hall, located directly over the Limmat River, we explain the foundations of Switzerland's political system and direct democracy.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Augustinergasse

    We conclude the tour at Augustinergasse, one of Zurich's most picturesque streets, known for its colorful guild houses, historic fountains, and traditional atmosphere, a perfect ending for photos and final questions.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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