Villas and Gardens in Winterthur City Tour
Winterthur is known as a green garden city. Discover on this exciting tour the many villas and gardens, which are located around Winterthur
Tour stops
2 stops
Meet the local guide around ten minutes before the tour starts.
The two-hour tour ends here, where the group says goodbye to the guide.
Highlights
- Discover the villas of the former Winterthur upper class
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the many gardens of the city
- Learn a lot of exciting facts about the history of the many mansions of the historic city
- Take an interested look behind once well closed wrought iron gates
Description
The city of Winterthur is known for its many green gardens and secluded grounds. Discover the pompous villas and green gardens of the former Winterthur upper class. Take a look behind gates that were once well closed to the public. During the whole tour you will learn a lot of exciting information from your local guide.
Awaiting you is a 2-hour guided tour of the Winterthur villas and gardens accompanied by an experienced guide!
At the agreed time you will meet your guide at Villa Rychenberg. Try to arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts, so that it can start on time.
During the next 2 hours your local guide will lead you past the many villas of the city. Look behind once well closed iron gates and discover the places where the Winterthur upper class once lived. Stroll through secluded gardens and well-maintained grounds. On the tour, you will learn from your guide many exciting facts about the eventful history of the upper class of that time.
After 2 hours the tour ends at the Lindengut Park. There you say goodbye to your guide and can discover Winterthur on your own.
Swiss Activities Tip
In the surroundings of Winterthur there are many historical places that are worth a visit. In no case should you miss a visit to Kyburg Castle. Go on a tour of the historic castle and discover the many rooms of the building. These include everything from kitchens to torture chambers. If you are interested in history, a visit to this castle is a must.
Inclusions
2 hour city tour in Winterthur
Accompaniment by professional guide
50% discount with Kulturlegi (book ticket member card)
Meeting point
Villa Rychenberg, Rychenbergstrasse 94, 8400 Winterthur
Reviews
1 Review
It was a really exciting and varied tour where you learned a lot about the prominent Winterthur families. I also loved some unexpected facts about trees.
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Provider
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House of Winterthur
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