Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour
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About This Tour in Zurich
Why Visit Zurich?
Zurich, Switzerland offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Zurich provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Zurich
The easiest way to reach Zurich is by flying into Zurich Airport (ZRH). The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Zurich easily accessible by rail as well.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local tour guide (Swiss or expat) or professional tour guide (depending on your choice)
- Walking tour (fully customizable and private)
What's Not Included
- Tickets for public transport (not necessary as it is a walking tour)
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
From Lindenhof Square,meet your guide at the meeting point at Zürich HB train station (meeting point is under the big railway clock at the ground floor of the train station)
End Point
The Schanzengraben Canalmeet your guide at the meeting point at Zürich HB train station (meeting point is under the big railway clock at the ground floor of the train station)
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 1 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
From Lindenhof Square, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the old town 5 minutes
From Lindenhof Square, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the old town. It is an oasis of calm and peace in the city and worth a visit all year round.
The Münster bridge is one of the best spots in the city to take pictures 5 minutes
The Münster bridge is one of the best spots in the city to take pictures. It connects the 2 cathedrals Grossmünster and Fraumünster and offers perfect views over the medieval guild houses and river Limmat.
Paradeplatz is one of the main squares in... 5 minutes
Paradeplatz is one of the main squares in the city and the financial heart of Switzerland. The Swiss banks UBS and Credit Suisse have their headquarter here. Here you can also shop for excellent Swiss chocolate at Confiserie Sprüngli.
The Grossmünster is a Romanesque-style Protestant church 10 minutes
The Grossmünster is a Romanesque-style Protestant church. It is the most famous building in Zürich and the major church. Admission to the church is free but you can climb the clocktower for a small entry fee from where you have breathtaking views over the city.
The lakeside promenade at Bellevue is one of... 5 minutes
The lakeside promenade at Bellevue is one of the best places in the city to enjoy the lake and feeding ducks. Especially in summer and spring many people come here to relax, run along the lake or swim.
Sechseläutenplatz, located between Bellevue and the Zurich Opera... 5 minutes
Sechseläutenplatz, located between Bellevue and the Zurich Opera House, combines tradition and modernity and is a place of relaxation. Here, young and old alike walk, sit and play on the square, which covers an area of 16,000 square metres and is made of Vals quartzite. The many trees, places to sit and water elements lend it an urban cosiness.
The old town district of the Niederdorf with... 10 minutes
The old town district of the Niederdorf with its winding, car-free alleys, its emblematic Grossmünster church and its many small boutiques, antiquarian bookshops and craft studios, is a delight to explore both by day and in the evening.
Predigergasse is one of the nicest alleys in the old town Niederdorf district 10 minutes
Predigergasse is one of the nicest alleys in the old town Niederdorf district. This alley is mostly missed by tourists because the entrance is hidden and narrow.
The library of the law faculty (University of... 10 minutes
The library of the law faculty (University of Zurich) is the most impressive library in Zurich. We will take the elevator to the top floor and admire the modern architecture by star architect Santiago Calatrava.
The University of Zürich is the largest university... 10 minutes
The University of Zürich is the largest university in Switzerland, with its 28,000 enrolled students. It was founded in 1833 from the existing colleges of theology, law, medicine which go back to 1525, and a new faculty of philosophy. We will explore the main building which is one of the most impressive buildings in Zurich.
Enjoy one of the best views over Zürich... 10 minutes
Enjoy one of the best views over Zürich from the terrace of ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich). ETH Zurich is considered the best university in Switzerland, and we will explore the main building from the inside. Founded by the Swiss federal government in 1854, it was modelled on the École polytechnique in Paris, with the stated mission to educate engineers and scientists; the school focuses primarily on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, although its 16 departments span a variety of disciplines and subjects.
The Zurich Polybahn is more than a symbol of nostalgia 10 minutes
The Zurich Polybahn is more than a symbol of nostalgia. Every year, the Polybahn transports more than two million people from Zurich Central Square to the ETH Polyterrasse and back again. The funicular railway is part of Zurich’s history.
This entrance hall at the police station was... 5 minutes
This entrance hall at the police station was painted in the 1920s by Swiss painter Augusto Giacometti. It is an artwork of national importance.
Zürich main station (HB Zürich) is the biggest railway station in Switzerland 5 minutes
Zürich main station (HB Zürich) is the biggest railway station in Switzerland. Check out the spotless Swiss trains and get a feeling of why Swiss public transport is the best in the world.
Stretching for 1 10 minutes
Stretching for 1.4 kilometres from the main railway station to the lake, the Bahnhofstrasse is one of the most famous and also most expensive shopping streets in the world. Strung along it like pearls on a necklace are department stores, boutiques and jewellery shops; the further you stroll towards the lake, the more exclusive the shops become.
The Schanzengraben Canal is an oasis of tranquillity... 10 minutes
The Schanzengraben Canal is an oasis of tranquillity in the middle of the financial district. Often overlooked by tourists, it is a place where many locals hang out for picnics during lunchbreak. Ducks and fishes are easy to see.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
