Most booked tours and tickets in Zermatt
Zermatt Paragliding Tandem Flight with Matterhorn View (20–25min)
5.0236 reviews1h 30m
from €331
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FLYMATTERHORN VIP Tandem Paragliding Zermatt Matterhorn Views
4.9222 reviews2h
from €375
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HALF DAY 3-Hour Private Ski Lessons in Zermatt, Switzerland
4.942 reviews3h
from €315
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Panoramic Paragliding Flight in Zermatt Matterhorn (15-20min)
5.033 reviews1h 30m
from €265
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Tickets and tours by attraction
The best options for each of Zermatt's top sights, compared.
Top sights in Zermatt
- 1Matterhorn Views
- 2Gornergrat Railway
- 3Glacier Paradise
- 4Car-Free Village
- 5Year-Round Skiing
- 6Five Lakes Walk
- Iconic Mountain Panoramas: Witness the legendary Matterhorn from unique angles, like the reflective Stellisee lake on the Five Lakes Walk or from the sun terrace of the Gornergrat Kulm Hotel at 3,135 meters, reached by the historic Gornergrat Railway.
- Year-Round Alpine Adventure: Ski on the Theodul Glacier at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise even in August, or hike the epic Höhbalmen trail in summer for breathtaking views of the North Face of the Matterhorn.
- A Truly Car-Free Alpine Village: Experience the unique peace of a resort where electric taxis and horse-drawn carriages are the main transport, creating clean air and a charming, unhurried pace on the Bahnhofstrasse.
Tickets and passes in Zermatt
Food and drink experiences in Zermatt
Zermatt fondue with Local Stories & Sphere in the centrum
4.25 reviews2h 30m
from €77
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Hidden gems in Zermatt
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Hinterdorf (Old Village)
A maze of tiny, centuries-old wooden barns and granaries (called 'mazots') huddled together behind the main street.
Gornerschlucht (Gorner Gorge)
A dramatic, narrow gorge carved by the glacial Gornera river, featuring wooden walkways and bridges over turquoise waters.
Mountaineers' Cemetery
A small, poignant cemetery next to the church, with graves of climbers who lost their lives on the surrounding mountains, including the Matterhorn.
Zmutt Village & Dam
A tiny, tranquil hamlet a 45-minute walk from Zermatt, with a few traditional houses and a historic stone dam across the Zmuttbach stream.
Edelweissweg (Edelweiss Trail)
A themed family hiking trail from Blauherd to Sunnegga, focusing on Alpine flora and fauna, with interactive stations.
Day trips from Zermatt
Cervinia, Italy
20-30 min by cable car (via Testa Grigia/Theodul Pass)
Ski or sightsee across the border into Italy for a change of pace, cuisine, and often sunnier weather. The international ski area is vast, and you can enjoy a long Italian lunch on a sunny terrace.
Saas-Fee
1 hour 15 min by postal bus and train (via Visp)
Visit another beautiful, car-free 'Pearl of the Alps' known for its dramatic ice falls and the Metro Alpin, the world's highest underground funicular, leading to the Mittelallalin ice pavilion.
Brig & the Stockalper Palace
1 hour by train
Step back into Baroque history at one of Switzerland's most significant secular Baroque buildings, then explore the historic old town of Brig in the Rhone Valley.
Plan your Zermatt trip
Things to do in Zermatt: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Zermatt?+
Top sights include Matterhorn Views, Gornergrat Railway, Glacier Paradise and Car-Free Village. Away from the crowds, try Hinterdorf (Old Village) and Gornerschlucht (Gorner Gorge).
What are the most popular tours in Zermatt?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Private Ski Lessons - 3 hours Zermatt (5.0 stars, 301 reviews); Zermatt Paragliding Tandem Flight with Matterhorn View (20–25min) (5.0 stars, 236 reviews); FLYMATTERHORN VIP Tandem Paragliding Zermatt Matterhorn Views (4.9 stars, 222 reviews).
How much do tours in Zermatt cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €76 and €718 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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