City tour "Best of Zurich"
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.
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Tour stops
11 stops
Meet your guide and group at the bus station, then set off by coach.
Discover ZurichThe coach passes the museum building by the main station.
Discover Swiss National MuseumDrive along the shopping boulevard down to the financial district.
Photo stop at Enge Harbour, with views across Lake Zurich.
Cross the Quaibrücke, passing the Zurich Opera House.
Drive through the university quarter.
Drive through the upmarket residential area on the hillside.
During the old town walk, the group stands before Europe's largest clock face.
Discover St. Peter's Church, Zurich
The guide shows you the twin-towered church on the right bank of the Limmat.
Discover Grossmünster Church
On the opposite bank of the Limmat, the second great old town church comes into view.
Discover Fraumünster Church
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
Operator
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Best of Switzerland Tours
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Excellent informative travel guide.
Elfi
Apr 10, 2025
Very good, informative travel guide.
Elfi
Apr 10, 2025
