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Zurich, Switzerland

Things to Do in Zurich

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

Most booked tours and tickets in Zurich

Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

4.52,034 reviews10h
Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich

Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich

4.71,690 reviews11h 30m
Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland

Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland

4.61,527 reviews12h
Zurich Sights: Cruise, Lindt Chocolate and optional FIFA Ticket

Zurich Sights: Cruise, Lindt Chocolate and optional FIFA Ticket

4.21,196 reviews5h 15m
Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Half-Day Tour from Zurich

Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Half-Day Tour from Zurich

4.6874 reviews5h 15m
Zurich: Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen Guided Day Trip

Zurich: Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen Guided Day Trip

4.5827 reviews12h
Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car

Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car

4.8815 reviews6h
Mt Pilatus and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Lake Cruise

Mt Pilatus and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Lake Cruise

4.6800 reviews10h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Zurich's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Zurich

  1. 1Old Town (Altstadt)
  2. 2Lake Zurich
  3. 3Grossmünster Church
  4. 4Bahnhofstrasse
  5. 5Kunsthaus Zurich
  6. 6Swiss National Museum
  • A Stunning Alpine-Lakeside Setting: Zurich is uniquely positioned where the Limmat River flows into Lake Zurich, with the Uetliberg mountain forming a dramatic backdrop. You can take a morning dip at the Seebad Enge lakeside pool, enjoy a boat cruise to Rapperswil with its medieval rose garden, and be hiking in the nearby Albis hills or skiing in the Glarus Alps within an hour.
  • A World-Class Arts and Museum Scene: Beyond the famous Kunsthaus Zurich (home to works by Munch, Monet, and Giacometti), explore the groundbreaking contemporary art at the Löwenbräukunst complex, the design-focused Museum für Gestaltung, and the immersive history at the Swiss National Museum housed in a fairytale castle.
  • The Epicenter of Swiss Chocolate and Pastry: This is the homeland of Lindt, and the confectionery culture is serious. Visit the original Sprüngli café on Paradeplatz for Luxemburgerli macarons, tour the Lindt Home of Chocolate in Kilchberg with its giant chocolate fountain, and discover artisanal creations at smaller chocolatiers like Vollenweider.

Tickets and passes in Zurich

Breathtaking Private Hike with a Local Swiss Expert (1 day trip)

Breathtaking Private Hike with a Local Swiss Expert (1 day trip)

4.929 reviews8h

from €1,168

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Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Private Tour Zurich with pick-up

Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Private Tour Zurich with pick-up

4.33 reviews5h

Food and drink experiences in Zurich

Zurich Food Tour with 10 Local Delicacies, Cheeses & Chocolates

Zurich Food Tour with 10 Local Delicacies, Cheeses & Chocolates

4.9630 reviews3h 30m
Zurich eTukTuk Private Tour - with Cheese Fondue and Wine

Zurich eTukTuk Private Tour - with Cheese Fondue and Wine

4.8239 reviews1h 30m
Appenzell Alps Day Trip from Zurich – Farm Life & Cheese Tasting

Appenzell Alps Day Trip from Zurich – Farm Life & Cheese Tasting

4.4150 reviews11h

Hidden gems in Zurich

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Le Corbusier Pavilion

A small, colorful architectural masterpiece by the famed Swiss architect Le Corbusier, located on the shore of Lake Zurich in the Seefeld district.

FIFA World Football Museum

A state-of-the-art, interactive museum dedicated to the history and culture of global football (soccer), located near the Enge train station.

Mühleplatz in Höngg

A charming, small square in the residential district of Höngg, home to a historic mill, a cozy brewery (Wiedikon), and a lovely riverside path.

Polyterrasse at ETH Zurich

A sweeping terrace in front of the main building of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), accessible by a short funicular (Polybahn) from the city center.

Kalkbreite Cooperative

A pioneering sustainable housing and community project in District 4, with a publicly accessible rooftop garden, shops, and a cinema.

Day trips from Zurich

Lucerne

45 min by direct train

A picture-perfect medieval city on Lake Lucerne, framed by mountains. Walk the iconic Chapel Bridge, explore the well-preserved Old Town, and take a cogwheel train up to Mount Pilatus for breathtaking alpine views.

Rhine Falls

1 hour by train to Schaffhausen

Europe's most powerful waterfall, located near the historic town of Schaffhausen. Feel the spray on a boat trip to the rock in the middle of the falls or view the spectacle from panoramic platforms at Schloss Laufen.

Mount Titlis

2 hours by train to Engelberg, then cable car

Experience a high-Alpine glacier adventure year-round. Ride the world's first rotating cable car, walk the Cliff Walk suspension bridge, explore the glacier cave, and enjoy snow activities on the eternal ice.

Plan your Zurich trip

Things to do in Zurich: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Zurich?+

Top sights include Old Town (Altstadt), Lake Zurich, Grossmünster Church and Bahnhofstrasse. Away from the crowds, try Le Corbusier Pavilion and FIFA World Football Museum.

What are the most popular tours in Zurich?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich (4.5 stars, 2,034 reviews); Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich (4.7 stars, 1,690 reviews); Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland (4.6 stars, 1,527 reviews).

How much do tours in Zurich cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €29 and €1,524 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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