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Experience Zurich
Sights/Excursions/Activities
Restaurant recommendations
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Must See in Zurich Tips for 3h, 24h and 72h in Zurich
Sightseeing in Zurich The most important sights such as the Old Town, Bahnhofstrasse, Grossmünster church and Lake Zurich are all based in Zurich’s town center. They are all reached within a three-hour walk or can be accessed by public transport. Culture lovers will enjoy a visit to the museum, Opera House, Schauspielhaus (municipal theater) or Tonhalle (concert hall). Nature fans can take a trip to Zurich’s very own Uetliberg "mountain", visit the zoo or take a boat to Rapperswil. Whether on a guided walk through the Old Town, on a visit to the Grossmünster church, or strolling under your own steam through the trendy Zürich-West quarter: Zurich’s sights can be explored in all kinds of different ways. Those who would like to find out historical facts and insider information about the city should join one of the highly popular city walks led by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour guide. However, you can of course also explore the city under your own steam. The itineraries outlined below will help you find the most suitable route for your tour. Whichever you choose, it is well worth purchasing a Zürich Card. With this city pass, visitors benefit from a reduction in the price of the popular “Stroll Through the Old Town” city walk, and also enjoy free travel by tram, bus, rail and cable car.
Source & Photos: Zuerich Tourismus
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Explore Zurich in 6 hours Even visitors who only have a few hours to spend in Zurich can get to see a lot of the city. Thanks to the short walking distances, excellent public transportation, and a compact city center, even visitors who have very little time to spare can get to see a lot of Zurich. Zurich Main Station and the inner city can be reached in just 15 minutes from Zurich Airport. From here it is just a short walk to the Old Town, important museums, the famous Bahnhofstrasse shopping mile, and even Lake Zurich. The excursion ideas outlined below show you some great ways to spend a few hours in Zurich – whether experiencing fun and nature, finding out more about the city’s history and culture, or exploring the urban Zürich-West quarter. Zurich for culture fans Zurich for urban explorers
Explore Zurich in 24hours Whether culture, nature or creative activities: those who spend a day in Zurich can experience a lot. The Old Town delights anyone interested in culture and history, while the western part of Zurich inspires the design- and fashion-conscious. Families, meanwhile, can explore the luxuriant nature around Lake Zurich. Thanks to the city’s excellent infrastructure, everything is quick and easy to reach. And with the Zürich Card, most of the local public transport and the short round trip on Lake Zurich can be used free of charge. Zurich for urban explorers Zurich for culture fans
The Highlights in 72 Hours – an Itinerary for Zurich Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Old Town, discover the diversity of the cultural activities on offer, or tuck into a delicious lunch in one of the historical guild houses – these are just some of the many highlights that can be enjoyed in Zurich in the course of three days. It is also possible to experience Zurich’s diversity during a short stay of just 72 hours – in other words, three days or a long weekend. The following itineraries provide families, culture fans, and inquisitive urban explorers with some excursion ideas and tips on restaurants, guided tours, and activities that will make their visit to Zurich an unforgettable one. Guests who are frequently on the move are advised to buy a Zürich Card valid for 72 hours. This grants them free travel on all the local public transportation, as well as on the short round trip by boat on Lake Zurich. In addition, they can benefit from free admission to numerous museums and enjoy a variety of other surprises.
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Ideas for Day Excursions in and around Zurich Numerous sight of interest are discovered in the small neighboring towns and nature areas surrounding Zurich, for which taking the time to visit them on a day excursion is really worth the time. You get to the castle hill and Rapperswil "Riviera" in less than an hour by boat, train or car – as well as reach the Fotomuseum Winterthur or the famous Schaffhausen Rhine falls in the same amount of time.
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A guided Titlis excursion, Baden bathing experience or coffee and Zug's famous cherry cake along with a healthy chat also entice people outdoors. With the Zürich Card such excursion ideas are half the price and travel with the City Card is piece of cake.
Sightseeing on the Water Limmat River Cruise Through Zurich’s Old Town
A boat trip on the River Limmat will take you on a leisurely tour past the most beautiful sights that Zurich’s Old Town has to offer until the view opens up over Lake Zurich. Past the historical guild houses, Zurich’s Town Hall, the Lindenhof and the Grossmünster church: a Limmat River Cruise takes you from the National Museum up the River Limmat to Lake Zurich and back again. The motorized boats, “Felix” and “Regula”, are named for Zurich’s patron saints, while “Turicum” bears the city's ancient Roman name. All of them have glass roofs, so that passengers can enjoy the beautiful views of the picturesque Old Town and Lake Zurich from wherever they are sitting. The Limmat River Cruises operate between April and October. The stretch between the National Museum and the Zürichhorn takes approximately 25 minutes, while the entire round trip lasts around 50 minutes. The boats are not suitable for wheelchairs. Landesmuseum Schiffsteg, 8001 Zürich, Phone: +41 848 988 988, [email protected], www.zvvv.ch Open: March 30 to mid October / See timetable: www.zsg.ch/limmat-river-cruises
Round Trips on the Lake A relaxed ride on Lake Zurich is part of a visit to Zurich. And the chance to get to know the city and its surroundings from a different perspective. Enjoy some special moments on a round trip or on one of the special cruises of the Lake Zurich Navigation Company.
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Round Trips The Lake Zurich Navigation Company offers numerous tours on Lake Zurich daily in the summer: Short tours to Thalwil and Erlenbach (1.5 hours), longer tours all the way to Richterswil (2.5 hours) and long tours to Rapperswil (4 hours). In winter, several small and a large round trip every day are on the schedule. Fabulous Cruises Anyone looking forward to a special experience is sure to find the right boat. A selection of the special culinary cruises is shown below: Brunch boat, DolceVita boat, BBQ boat, cheese fondue boat, Chinese fondue boat, Late sleeper breakfast Feel like getting on the move after dinner? Then the following special cruises are just right for you:
• Top-hits party boat, Friday dance party boat, Salsa boat, Gay cruise The special cruise dates are published in the event calendar. ZSG - Lake Zurich Navigation Company
Rapperswil Picturesque Town of Roses by Lake Zurich Rapperswil, the Riviera on the upper half of Lake Zurich, maintains its promise of southern charm. The small and quaint alleys of the medieval old part of town invite visitors to a charming stroll or spot of window-shopping. Overlooking the town, the Rapperswil castle is perched high on a hill and is home to a Polish museum. This top spot additionally offers visitors breathtaking views of the lakeside surroundings. Rapperswil earns its name as the town of roses owing to the more than 16,000 roses that flower in the rose gardens of the Capuchin monastery and on the "Schanz". The latter is a rose garden for the blind with particularly fragrant roses, the names of which are written in brail on guide panels. Rapperswil, the Riviera on the upper half of Lake Zurich, maintains its promise of southern charm. The small and quaint alleys of the medieval old part of town invite visitors to a charming stroll or spot of window-shopping. Overlooking the town, the Rapperswil castle is perched high on a hill and is home to a Polish museum. This top spot additionally offers visitors breath taking views of the lakeside surroundings. Rapperswil earns its name as the town of roses owing to the more than 16,000 roses that flower in the rose gardens of the Capuchin monastery and on the "Schanz". The latter is a rose garden for the blind with particularly fragrant roses, the names of which are written in brail on guide panels.
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Felsenegg – Time Out at 2,624-feet altitude Breathtaking views, countless footpaths and an excursion restaurant attract people to the Felsenegg.
A five-minute aerial railway journey takes nature lovers from Adliswil to Felsenegg, a vantage point over the Albis chain. At over 2,624 ft (800m) altitude, here you enjoy breathtaking views over Lake Zurich and the distant mountains. Countless foot and hiking paths along with an excursion restaurant leave everyday hectic far behind you. The valley station is reached in just 10 minutes on foot from the Adliswil railway station. A "Planet path" leads from Uetliberg to Felsenegg, which reflects the distances in the solar system. Every meter of the path corresponds to a distance of 1 million kilometers. The fascinating 2-hour hike takes you from the sun past the eight planets as far as the dwarf planet Pluto. Cable car schedule Restaurant Felsenegg
Rhine Falls – Europe's biggest waterfall
The Rhine Falls provides a magnificent spectacle. Across a width of 150 meters (492 feet) and a height of 23 meters (75.5 feet), 600 m³ (21,189 cubic feet) of water plunge over the falls in the summer. An adventure path with elevator goes from Laufen Castle to the outlook platforms and enables an unobstructed view of this spectacle of nature. A boat ride to the Rhine Falls basin, the rocks in the middle of the Rhine and downstream to the national border or farther to the Rheinau power plant is also worthwhile. The Adventure Park at Rhine Falls is on the north bank – one of Europe's most spectacular rope parks. All those lusting for adventure can glide from tree to tree on 11 different courses with a breathtaking view of Rhine Falls.
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Day Trip to Mount Rigi in Central Switzerland A visit to Mt. Rigi, a popular excursion destination among the Swiss, treats visitors to impressive and unforgettable panoramic views of the Swiss Alps.
The scenic route leads over the Albis Pass to Weggis. From here, guests make their own way up to the summit, Rigi-Kulm, at 1,800m (5,905ft) above sea level – well supplied with relevant information by the tour guide. The trip up to the summit is by aerial cableway followed by a ride on Europe´s very first cog railway. At the top, visitors can delight in a magnificent panorama of Central Switzerland and the surrounding mountains. The descent by cog railway takes you to Vitznau, where you board a boat for a relaxing one-hour cruise to Lucerne. Here you have some leisure time to explore the charming Old Town with its famous sights – such as Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church, and the KK Culture and Congress Center. The coach then takes you back to Zurich accompanied by the tour guide. This tour is partly guided
Start Time 9.30am
Duration 9 1/2 h
Starting Point Bus Station Zürich, Sihlquai
Contact
Tourist Information, Im Hauptbahnhof, 8001 Zürich
Phone: +41 44 215 40 00 , [email protected], www.zuerich.com
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Further suggestions for a weekend program:
Art & Culture
• Museums Zurich • Guided tours • Abbey tour Einsiedeln • FIFA Football Museum • Opera Zurich • Musical theatre
Typical Swiss • Chocolate tour Zurich • Chocolate experience • Visit the Lindt & Sprüngli shop in Kilchberg • Visit the Swiss Knife Valley • Visit a cheese dairy in Einsiedeln
One day excursions
• Day trip to Heidiland and Liechtenstein • Day trip to Jungfraujoch, Interlaken • Day trip to Lucerne and Mount Titlis (glacier) • Day trip from Zurich to Berne
Recreation in Zurich
• Wellness + Sport
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Restaurant recommendations (near central station)
PALETTE The Palette – a successful mix of coffee, bar and restaurant – is located on a side street just off the busy Bahnhofstrasse. In the entrance area, guests sit at the bar and compile their own menu. On offer are vegetarian as well as meat or fish specialties ‒ served in small portions and therefore ideal as tasters to share. To drink, there are freshly pressed fruit juices, cocktails or a cool beer. In the restaurant, darks walls and plushy fabrics contrast with light-colored elements, giving rise to a relaxed atmosphere. In fine weather, guests can sit at tables in front of the restaurant and watch the hustle and bustle on the lively Bahnhofstrasse. Restaurant Palette – Hotel Townhouse, Schützengasse 7 , 8001 Zürich Phone: +41 44 200 95 95, [email protected], www.townhouse.ch
NENI at 25hours Hotel Langstrasse The Neni restaurant is the second locale in Zurich belonging to this successful restaurant chain. At Neni, guests experience a relaxed culinary trip around the world, a family feeling and joie de vivre all in one. Flavors from all corners of the globe influence the gastronomic delicacies that make their way to the table. Whether meat-based, vegetarian or vegan, whether with Oriental, German or Spanish influences – here cosmopolitan foodies experience a treat for all the senses. At Neni, this is known as “Balagan style”. This can be understood as a kind of culinary chaos – which arises when the tables are crowded with dozens of plates and bowls containing mouth-watering mezze and main dishes. Neni Langstrasse, Langstrasse 150, 8004 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 576 50 05 [email protected] ,www.neni.ch
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The Sacred Restaurant with Vegelateria Conscious eating is booming – there is no doubt about it. But this restaurant has not simply sprung up in response to a passing fad. Here, you notice very quickly that it is founded on real passion and commitment. The Sacred offers a different buffet every day, from which guests can choose from a wide selection of hot and cold dishes; the prices charged are according to weight. Particularly popular are the fresh ice-cream creations, which are like Italian gelati but without any animal-based ingredients. Closed in Sunday.
The Sacred – Vegelateria, Müllerstrasse 64, 8004 Zürich Phone: +41 44 558 70 35, [email protected], www.vegelateria.ch
JOSEF The menu at the Josef is a delight for adventurous food lovers: elderberry risotto with meadow flowers, fried octopus with fava beans and mint – or how about onsen egg with edos, hop shoots and Belperknolle cheese? The dishes make you so curious, that it is difficult to choose. But the Josef has come up with a solution to this dilemma: all the dishes are served in small portions, so that guests can combine and sample whatever they please. Three dishes are generally enough to satisfy a normal appetite. Closed on Sunday. Josef, Gasometerstrasse 24, 8005 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 271 65 95 [email protected] , www.josef.ch
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Baltho Küche & Bar The Baltho is modern, down-to-earth and easy-going. Amidst a relaxed, international ambiance, guests are treated to first-class culinary delights which the kitchen team combine in a creative and skillful way. While the ingredients are seasonal and, wherever possible, come from the region, the dishes themselves are inspired by cuisine from all over the world. Whether Indian, Tex-Mex or typical Swiss – the Baltho serves it all. Open every day. Baltho Küche & Bar, Marktgasse 17, 8001 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 266 10 10 [email protected], www.balthokuechebar.ch
The Butcher Niederdorf The Butcher is the popular burger restaurant in the Niederdorf quarter, located in the heart of Zurich’s Old Town. In the production of the broad selection of burgers, particular importance is attached to the sustainability, freshness and quality of the produce used – which explains why the creations are so mouthwateringly tasty. Besides classic meat burgers, there is also a wide array of vegetarian and vegan variants, as well as crispy salads. Also worthy of mention are the patties, which are freshly made every day by hand. Open every day. The Butcher, Stüssihofstatt 15, 8001 Zürich, Phone: +43 243 61 43 [email protected], www.butcher.ch
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KAUFLEUTEN The Kaufleuten is an institution in Zurich. The 100-year-old building is home to a cosmos of gastronomy, culture and nightlife. This establishment at Pelikanplatz is renowned as a legendary nightclub and cultural meeting place – but it has much more to offer than that. The restaurant serves international brasserie cuisine; from pasta to curry, right through to traditional Zürcher Geschnetzeltes, everything that appears on the plates is freshly prepared and packed with taste. In the lounge, guests can relax over a skillfully mixed drink, while the Pelikanbar serves freshly brewed coffee in the morning, light cuisine at lunchtime, and refreshingly cool beer in the evening. Open every day. Kaufleuten, Pelikanplatz, 8001 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 225 33 33, [email protected] , www.kaufleuten.com
MARKTHALLE Here, guests eat what is put on the table. That poses no problem with the dishes served at the Restaurant Markthalle – for they are simple, tasty menus made from fresh, seasonal products. The “Plats du Jour” at lunchtime and the more opulent evening menus change daily and are freshly prepared depending on what is currently available on the market. In the evening, large platters are placed in the middle of the long tables, so guests can share and eat together. The wine to accompany the food comes from the Südhang wine merchant, which also sells wines from small artisan vintners at the Viadukt shopping mall. Closed on Sunday. Restaurant Markthalle, Limmatstrasse 231, 8005 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 201 00 60 [email protected], www.restaurant-markthalle.ch
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Nightlife in Zurich
Public Pub Crawl Tour Zurich Discover Zurich’s night-life with partygoers from around the world, an international atmosphere and a free drink in every bar. Whether you’re Swiss or a tourist, you won’t want to miss this chance! The tour visits 3 – 4 different pubs and clubs in Zurich City as a party group accompanied by local guides. Participants get to know each other in a relaxed setting as they experience Zurich’s nightlife with all of their senses.
Included
4 free drinks (shot, beer, champagne) 2 – 3 local guides Visit 3 – 4 different pubs / clubs Free admission to all clubs Neon glow sticks Photos and videos of the evening on Facebook (if desired
Price: CHF 25.00 per person 50% with the Zürich Card. Valid for direct bookings and via Zürich Tourismus.
Start Time Every saturday Departure: 9.00pm Meeting point: Inside the McGees Irish Pub Average group size: 35 participants
Duration Languages
3 – 5 h German, English, French, Spanish
Starting Point: McGees Irish Pub, Birmensdorferstrasse 83, 8003 Zürich
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Splendid Piano Bar & Smoking Lounge For decades, the Splendid Piano Bar has been treating its eclectic mix of clientele to cocktails and live music in the heart of Zurich’s Old Town. The Splendid Piano Bar is an absolute institution in Zurich, and for almost 40 years now has provided the city with cocktails and jazz and blues music. A variety of international artists regularly sit at the grand piano and delight both regulars and visitors from all over the world with their live jazz sounds. The bar is frequented by an eclectic mix of clientele, including music lovers of all ages and nationalities. The bar is situated in the heart of Zurich’s Old Town, just a stone’s throw from the Limmatquai.
Splendid Piano Bar, Rosengasse 5, 8001 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 252 58 50 [email protected] , www.splendidpianobar.ch
Mascotte The Mascotte is Zurich’s oldest nightclub. The Mascotte has cult status and it always succeeds in setting new trends. This club with an unobstructed view of the lake, the Sechseläutenplatz and the Opera captivates with diverse programming featuring rock, black music, electronic, 60s to 80s music, house and live concerts. Even celebrities such as Madonna have celebrated in Zurich’s oldest nightclub – Arcade Fire played here, too, before they became famous. Concerts in winter have a very special ambiance; sometimes through the large glass windows, you can see the snowflakes swirling around outside. Open every day Naningo AG, Theaterstrasse 10, 8001 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 260 15 80 [email protected], www.mascotte.ch
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Widder Bar & Kitchen A successful re-interpretation of Zurich’s legendary Widder Bar The Widder Hotel has been lovingly created from eight adjoining, listed buildings dating from mediaeval times. The social heart of this “Leading Hotel of the World” is the legendary Widder Bar, which was renovated in 2017 and reopened as the Widder Bar & Kitchen. Hotel guests and style-conscious locals convene in this bar to the sounds of live jazz – for drinks, dinner, or later on in the evening. Here they can enjoy tried-and-tested cocktail classics and outstanding frill-free cuisine. The evening is brought to a spectacular close by an obligatory look into the Library of Spirits, housing over 1,000 of the finest spirits.
Widder Bar & Kitchen, Widdergasse 6, 8001 Zürich,Phone: +41 44 224 24 12 [email protected] , www.widderbarandkitchen.com
Moods The first stop for jazz, funk, soul and blues. One concert after another captivates audiences. Big names that are usually only heard at festivals play at Moods. In Zürich’s trendy Zürich-West district in the midst of the Schiffbau cultural stronghold, Moods is sure to impress you with its program. Opening Hours: Doors open Monday to Saturday 7.30 pm / Sunday 6.00pm Moods, Schiffbaustrasse 6, 8005 Zürich, [email protected] www.moods.ch
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Kon-Tiki and Züri-Bar Two locations with cult status under the same roof: Kon-Tiki and Züri-Bar have been going strong since the 1950s. Two history-steeped Zurich bars are housed under one roof in the city’s Old Town: the Kon-Tiki and Züri-Bar are connected by a passageway. Züri-Bar is the place to go for anyone wanting to draw a busy day of shopping, work, or exploring the city to a close with a beer, coffee, or cocktail and the sounds of relaxing music – maybe even a live concert – and to fraternize with the locals at the same time. And for those who like to experience young Zurich bands, national and international DJs and singers, and various music events live can do just that at Kon-Tiki. The bar extends over two floors and also has a smokers’ lounge. Thirsty guests will find a variety of beers and other drinks – both alcoholic and non-alcoholic – served in both bars. Open every day from 5.00pm Kon-Tiki and Züri-Bar, Niederdorfstrasse 24, 8001 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 251 35 77 [email protected] , www.kontikibar.ch
Locations for summer evenings
Frau Gerolds Garten What started in summer 2012 as a temporary project at the foot of the Prime Tower ‒ a beer garden complete with kitchen garden ‒ has since grown into something of an institution, with shops, art, a garden community and a vibrant program of events. In summer, the locale is open daily until midnight. Mrs Gerold has transformed the austere industrial location into a warm and friendly meeting place for city lovers. The terrace is not just the place that enjoys the sun the longest, but also provides a dramatic view over the railway tracks and, in fine weather, as far as the mountain peaks in the distance. In fall, when the leaves in the garden start to change color, Mrs Gerold opens the doors to her charming wooden hut, which in the cold months of the year serves as a cozy place of refuge complete with open fireplace and fondue.
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Monday to Saturday 11.00am - 12.00am, Sunday 12.00pm - 10.00pm Frau Gerolds Garten, Geroldstrasse 23/23a, 8005 Zürich, [email protected], www.fraugerold.ch
Seebad Enge During the day a lakeside swimming pool, in the evening a bar serving refreshing drinks and home-made summer cuisine. During the day, sun worshippers and sports lovers flock to this swimming area by Lake Zurich, while in the evening, it is frequented by people looking for a great place to relax and unwind. Swimming in the lake is banned after around 8.00pm and the bathing facility, which dates from the 1960s, is transformed into a cozy bar by and on the lake. Refreshing drinks and delicious snacks from the grill are served every day from morning through to midnight. During the summer months, evening readings, concerts and parties guarantee a variety of entertainment and many enjoyable evenings by Lake Zurich. Open every day in summer time. Seebad Enge, Mythenquai 9, 8002 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 201 38 89, [email protected] www.tonttu.ch
Fischers Fritz Those who want to take some time out to relax should visit Fischers Fritz, directly on Lake Zurich. Enjoy a lovely lake view with a delicious glass of wine from the Zurich Region, accompanied with fresh assorted fish dishes or a tender chicken served in a basket with a wonderful homemade sauce. Fischer’s Fritz restaurant is part of the campsite of the same name - the one and only Camping in the City of Zurich. Open only in summer time: every day Fischers Fritz, Seestrasse 559, 8038 Zürich, Phone: +41 44 480 13 40, [email protected], www.fischers-fritz.ch
