City tour "Best of Zurich"

4.84 reviewsZurichOperated by Best of Switzerland ToursWeather

Embark on a great city tour including a stroll through the old town of Zurich. Explore many of the city's special sights and neighborhoods and enjoy a spectacular view of picturesque Lake Zurich.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Duration2 hrs
LanguagesEnglish
Meeting pointBest of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich

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Tour stops

11 stops

  1. Meet your guide and group at the bus station, then set off by coach.

    Discover Zurich
  2. The coach passes the museum building by the main station.

    Discover Swiss National Museum
  3. Drive along the shopping boulevard down to the financial district.

  4. Photo stop at Enge Harbour, with views across Lake Zurich.

  5. Cross the Quaibrücke, passing the Zurich Opera House.

  6. Drive through the university quarter.

  7. Drive through the upmarket residential area on the hillside.

  8. During the old town walk, the group stands before Europe's largest clock face.

    Discover St. Peter's Church, Zurich
  9. The guide shows you the twin-towered church on the right bank of the Limmat.

    Discover Grossmünster Church
  10. On the opposite bank of the Limmat, the second great old town church comes into view.

    Discover Fraumünster Church
  11. The tour ends in the square in the heart of the old town.

Highlights
  • Check out the city’s sights like Bahnhofstrasse and the financial district
  • Enjoy a stunning view over Lake Zurich during a photo stop
  • Wander through the old town and discover its charming narrow alleys
  • Drive through the upscale Zurichberg neighbourhood
Description

Get ready for a fantastic city tour including a stroll through Zurich's old town. You'll see many of the city's unique sights and neighborhoods. Highlights include the Swiss National Museum, Lake Zurich, the university district, the Zurichberg quarter, the charming old town, the famous Bahnhofstrasse, and the financial district.

The city tour begins at the Sihlquai bus station in Zurich, where you'll meet your guide and the rest of the group. First, the bus passes the renowned National Museum. Then the tour continues along the luxury Bahnhofstrasse up to the financial district. Next, you'll head towards Lake Zurich where you can enjoy stunning views of the lake.

From there, you'll cross the Quaibrücke, passing the opera house and arriving at the university district. Afterward, your guide will lead you on a leisurely walk through the old town. Along the way, you’ll pass impressive guild houses and the St. Peter's Church, where you can see Europe's largest clock face. The Grossmünster and Fraumünster churches also await your visit.

The tour ends at Münsterhof in the old town.

With dog, stroller, or wheelchair

Dogs:

  • only assistance dogs allowed (prior registration required, free of charge)

Wheelchair:

  • must be folded on the bus
  • independent boarding and alighting required

Strollers:

  • must be folded on the bus

Make sure you inform the tour provider in advance. You can also clarify further details directly with them.

Swiss Activity Tip

If you feel like taking a short break after the city tour, stop by Café Nude by the Limmat. You'll find a cozy spot here with a great selection of tasty little treats.

Inclusions
  • Tour in air-conditioned modern coach

  • Guided walk through the winding old town of Zurich

  • Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate

  • Visit FIFA Museum (extra charge), available Tuesday to Sunday

Meeting point

Best of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich

Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

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Excellent informative travel guide.

Elfi

AT

10 Apr 2025

Very good, informative travel guide.

Elfi

AT

10 Apr 2025

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