Zurich City Trip
Ideas
Zurich city trip ideas: As an adventure metropolis on the water with a view of the snow-capped Alps on the horizon, Zurich Downtown Switzerland offers a unique mix of experiences and attractions. As one of the most popular art trading cities in the world with over 20 museums, numerous public collections and over 100 art galleries, Zurich offers an unrivalled multicultural flair.
Zurich, the city with the highest quality of life, opens all doors to luxury shopping experiences for visitors: International brands, traditional shops and urban Zurich labels shake hands in Zurich. Restaurants, bars and clubs celebrate the most extravagant and lively nightlife in Switzerland.
Whether Zurich in spring, summer, autumn or winter. The city is an incredibly diverse destination at any time of year and offers numerous city trip ideas. In spring and summer, there are numerous pools, spacious parks, terraces and vantage points with unrivalled panoramic views. In autumn and winter, the cultural metropolis offers countless museums, galleries, architectural highlights, the local mountain Uetliberg, as well as many winter sports resorts nearby for skiing, sledging or winter hiking.
Our historic 4-star Hotel St. Gotthard Zurich is in a perfectly central location. The first hotel on the square, right in the centre of Zurich - on the famous Bahnhofstrasse shopping street. From the Hotel St. Gotthard it is only a few minutes on foot or on the romantic Zurich Märlitram to the lively and picturesque Old Town and all the famous sights.
From the historic old town to the vibrant trendy districts of Zurich-West and Aussersihl, from the summer spa town to the winter wonderland. The city on the Limmat has countless sights and attractions to offer. Where should you start? We have picked out the absolute must-sees for you that are part of every trip to Zurich.
Zurich Card
If you want to get the most out of your sightseeing as a Zurich tourist, the Zürich Card is the perfect choice. With the Zürich Card, you can travel on public transport completely free of charge, receive free admission or discounts at numerous museums, discounts on city tours or cultural and leisure activities.
Zurich City Trip Ideas
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Old Town PerspectivesWith the Limmat boats from the National Museum through the old town past guild houses, Zurich Town Hall, Lindenhof and Grossmünster to Lake Zurich and back again
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Relaxed Boat TripsDiscover Lake Zurich, the monastery island of Ufenau and the rose town of Rapperswil on a round trip or an adventure boat with the Lake Zurich Navigation Company -
Historical City PulseExplore Zurich's Old Town with its guild houses, churches, hidden corners, gardens and exclusive boutiques independently or with the "Zurich Old Town on Foot" city tour -
Landmark GrossmuensterExplore Zurich's landmark and the defining part of the Zurich skyline: Accessible Karlsturm, stained glass windows by Sigmar Polke, choir windows by Augusto Giacometti -
Luxury ShoppingHere you will find everything your heart desires: fashion, art and Zurich specialities - stroll along what is probably the most famous street in the old town, the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse shopping mile -
Fraumuenster AbbeyWith the Fraumuenster, you can explore another landmark in Zurich's Old Town. The convent is an absolute must-see because of its stained glass windows by Chagall and Giacometti, among others
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"Üezgi" PanoramaEnjoy a 360° panorama of Zurich and the Alps: The Uetliberg (871 metres above sea level), Zurich's very own mountain, boasts phenomenal views, walking trails, bike trails and toboggan runs in winter -
Venue SechselaeutenSit comfortably and enjoy a coffee on the historic Sechseläutenplatz: the most popular festival square is surrounded by the Opera House, Kronenhalle restaurant, Café Odeon and Lake Zurich -
Lindenhof OasisSomewhat elevated above the Limmat with a view of the old town, the beautiful Lindenhof park is the perfect photo spot and an oasis in the centre of the city with an eventful history -
Zurich-West Trendy QuarterDiscover urban art, culture, gastronomy, shopping, architecture and nightlife - highlights include the Prime Tower, Freitag flagship store, Mrs Gerold's Garden, Viadukt with market hall -
Poly - Railway & TerraceEnjoy magnificent views over the Old Town: The pretty red "Polybaehnli" takes you to the Poly Terrace in a minute - with a magnificent view over the Old Town, city centre and Lake Zurich
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Chocolate City of ExcellenceZurich has been a city of chocolate since 1845: the Spruengli family founded the first chocolate factory and conquered the world - these shops and confectioners sell the best chocolate
Breathtaking Panoramas
More city trip ideas? Zurich offers endless opportunities to get a completely different perspective of the city. Would you like to climb onto the roof of Zurich? The best spots for the most beautiful selfies with real postcard backgrounds.
From cafés to thermal baths to dizzying heights - if you want to see the Limmat city of Zurich with its historic alleyways, waterways and park oases from above, you should visit these places. For guaranteed unforgettable moments - captured in the most beautiful pictures.