The Best of Zurich Including Panoramic Views in a Small Group Walking Tour | 2 hours

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Local guide
  • Nice spots for great pictures and unforgettable memories
  • Small group tour
  • Solo travelers are kindly asked to contact us in order to check the availability.
  • Ticket for funicular ride
  • Entrance fees for churches
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenirs

Overview

Explore Zurich’s most notable sites and enjoy some breathtaking panoramic views in the heart of the city on this 2-hour walking tour. The tour is designed for small groups to ensure you have the guide's full attention for questions and comments. Don't miss entertaining historical context while passing nearby more than 10 of the city’s iconic landmarks, including the "Salt and Paper Church", the square of "modern pigs" and the headquarters of the biggest Swiss banks, the biggest face clock of Europe (bigger than Big Ben), the place where Marc Chagall and Augusto Giacometti left their fingerprints, one of the most expensive shopping street in the world, a haven of peace and tranquility in the heart of the city, the University of 21 Nobel Prize winners and the place where Vladimir Lenin planed the Russian Revolution. Solo travelers are kindly asked to contact us in order to check the availability.

Meeting points

The guide (holding an IPad) welcomes you in front of Hotel LIMMATHOF located on Limmatqaui 142, 8001 Zurich (Tram/Bus stop CENTRAL or 3 min to walk from Zurich HB). To spot the hotel from a distance have a look at the CAMPARI advertisement on top of the building by the river. Checkin is at 11:45 AM

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The tour ends at Bürkliplatz where optionally you can go on a short cruise (90 min) on Lake Zurich.

Itinerary

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    The Polyterrasse between the ETH and University of Zurich offers top views over the old town. The Polybahn (funicular) takes you up to the panorama terrace in front of the main building of the Federal Institute of Technology in just three minutes. Here you'll enjoy superb views of the city.

    15 minutes

  • Old Town

    There is no better way to get "The Best Taste of Zurich" than by walking in a small group. Choose this tour to enrich your knowledge about Switzerland's business and cultural capital while listening to your guide pointing out the highlights of this unique town. While strolling around, your guide will make sure that you will not miss the Bahnhofstrasse and Paradeplatz - Zurich's main downtown street and one of the world's most expensive and exclusive shopping avenue; Limmatquai - a vibrant area with many interesting buildings dating from the days of the rich Guilds that governed Zurich; Lindenhof - the historical site of a Roman castle, St Peter Church - one of the four main churches in Zurich whose clock face is the largest in all of Europe; Fraumünster (Church of Our Lady) - to admire and learn about the world-famous Chagall Windows, Grossmünster Church - the icon of Zurich, where you can admire impressive panoramic views over the city right from its heart; 

    1 hour

  • Lindenhof Hill

    Lindenhof is an oasis at the heart of the city that looks back on a moving history. This spot provides a glorious view of the Old Town, Grossmünster Church, City Hall, the Limmat river, the university and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology.

    15 minutes

  • Bahnhofstrasse

    Stroll around on Zurich's most exclusive and famous shopping street. You find numerous boutiques, department stores and timepiece stores here, as well as at Paradeplatz – the Swiss banking center. Bahnhofstrasse is just as popular with locals and visitors, and it is always worth a visit. You can stroll relaxed along the lake in the summer as well as enjoy mulled wine or hot chocolate at every corner in the winter.

    15 minutes

  • Lake Zurich

    Lake Zurich was once above all a transport route. Today, it is a popular excursion point for swimming, boating, or having a picnic on the lake's banks. Those who haven't seen Lake Zurich weren't in Zurich!

    15 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes
  • Solo travelers please contact us in order to make a booking when this option is available.

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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A good start in Zurich

Published on Dec, 2024

Enjoyable and informative. Greg was friendly and knowledgeable. It was a helpful way to begin on our time seeing this beautiful city.

Zurich in fall

Published on Oct, 2024

Great tour. Good way to see the city. A little history and pretty sites. It lasted about 4 and 1/2 hours but was interesting and a great way to see this beautiful city. The boat ride was short, but nice. The view from the cable car was also nice.

Amazing and fantastic tour with WOW Zurich team!

Published on Apr, 2024

Our tour in Zurich was absolutely fantastic, and our guide was simply superb! With a contagious passion for history and culture, our guide led us through the picturesque streets of Zurich, revealing fascinating secrets and stories of the city. From the most well-known tourist attractions to off-the-beaten-path locations, our guide provided a unique and captivating perspective on Zurich. The tour was well-organized, and our guide was very attentive to our needs and questions, ensuring that we felt safe and comfortable throughout the excursion. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore Zurich in an authentic and engaging way. Thank you to our guide Greg, for a memorable experience!

A GREAT walk around historic Zurich

Published on Oct, 2022

Our tour guide Greg was very knowledgeable, and conveyed his love for Zurich to our group. Not only did he share the historical facts, there was also some trivia that he interspersed with the tour to keep it interesting. It was paced well, and without an overload of information to make you want to jump ship! It was a great time spent!

Great guide

Published on Oct, 2022

Knowledgeable, engaging, organized and personable guide. Tour was interesting and thorough providing insights into Zurich and Switzerland.

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