Things to do in Canton of Zurich, Canton of Zurich: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Step through 2000 years of history and discover the rich cultural tapestry of Zurich on a 2-3 hour walking tour in a small group. Don't miss the city’s most prominent sights and get acquainted with its historical highlights and cultural delights. With a knowledgeable private guide, explore the Old Town, the place where the Romans settled down 2 millenniums ago, where Marc Chagall and Giacometti painted some fabulous stained glass windows for a famous church, where Europe's biggest facade clock can be admired, where the frequented restaurants by Vladimir Lenin, Richard Wagner, Coco Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent or Pablo Picasso are still welcoming its guests, where the biggest Swiss Banks are preserving tones of gold and billions in cash, where breathtaking panoramic views invite you to linger and to take with you some brilliant photos. Solo travelers, please contact us in order to make a booking when this option is available.

Inclusions: Local guide, Ticket for funicular ride , Solo travelers please contact us in order to make a booking when this option is available.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Zurich has a beautiful, historic old town. Many of the buildings are several hundred years old. In small, private groups, we, two local residents, will guide you for about two hours through winding alleys and cosy squares, right across the old town on both sides of the Limmat river. We will visit places where you can feel the rich history of the city and which can only be reached via special access.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, All Fees and Taxes

This tour is provided by a private local. Discover the historical side of St. Gallen with a passionate local who wants to share all the best-kept secrets of St. Gallen with you! Our excursion will start at the Vadian statue. You will learn about the various architectural styles from different time periods and find out how the city has changed over time. From visiting churches to discovering the history behind the old city gate or the Cathedral, you will encounter unique sites that an ordinary tourist tour won’t show you! We know that travelling is the best way of learning, and having a knowledgeable local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better! Of course, if you wish to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know, and I will adjust the itinerary for you!

Inclusions: A Local that wants to show you his city!

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Do you want to learn about one of Europe`s most important monasteries on the pilgrims route to Santiago de Compostela? Do you want to visit the beautiful town of Rapperswil with its medieval city walls and stunning views over the lake of Zurich? Do you want to relax on a boattrip on the lake, enjoying the views over the golden and silver coast, while tasting a nice glass of wine? And last but not least, do you want to know why Giaccomo Casanova never left Zurich while visiting the area? Then this is the right tour for you!

Inclusions: Private driver-guide from Zurich till Rapperswil, Official local guide in Zurich (2 hours), Private transportation, Boat tickets Lake Zurich, Entrance Monastry Einsiedeln

Exclusions: Lunch

Discover our beautiful capital which is part of the World Heritage List and visit a typical farm in the Emmental Cheese area. In the morning we leave Zurich and make our way to Berne – the capital of Switzerland. Guided tour in the old part of town, where we will find the famous Zytglogge – a landmark medieval tower in Berne from the early 13th century, which has served the city as a guard tower, prison, clock tower and has been and still is th centre of the urban life. Discover where Albert Einstein lived, and admire the beautiful view over the historical city centre – which is part of Unesco. Lunch on the way. In the afternoon we continue to the area of Emmental, where the typical Swiss Cheese Emmental comes from. We visit one of the farms, and learn about the life and work of the farmers’ family. Discover how the cheese is made, and learn how many liters of milk a cow gives per day. You will be surprised!

Inclusions: Professional guides

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Travel on the worldwide known "Glacier-Express-Train" with your private tour guide, just you and your guide! Enjoy a round trip by train and spend four hours on the panoramic coach from Chur to Brig, crossing 291 bridges, passing 91 tunnels and climb up to approximately 7000 feet (2033m) above sea level by train. Enjoy the travel on the Glacier-Express while passing spectacular valleys and mountains. According your preferences, a short walk around in Chur or Brig can take place (while transfer times to/from Glacier Express) Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.

Inclusions: local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, Headphones on board the train, Your own booklet with information about the journey, Assigned seating on the Glacier Express route Chur-Brig, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch

Get to know Zurich on a 2-hour or 4-hour private tour by minivan. This comprehensive sightseeing tour offers a flexible itinerary that’s tailored to your interests. With your expert local guide, discover the city’s history while seeing top Zurich attractions including Old Town (Altstadt), the Bahnhofstrasse, the Limmatquai and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, where Albert Einstein taught. Explore vibrant cultural centers, view impressive landmarks such as the Lindenhof and Swiss National Museum, and, depending on which tour you choose, ride a cogwheel railway or soak up views of the snow-covered Alps on an aerial cable car, take a ferry ride on Lake Zurich, and drive along the Gold Coast.

Inclusions: Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Ride on the cogwheel railway (2-hour tour), Ride on the aerial cable car (4-hour tour), Ferry ride on Lake Zurich (4-hour tour)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

The most popular tour through Zurich´s historic old town offers fascinating insights into the city´s colorful history. What do Einstein, James Joyce and Wagner have in common? All three were residents of Zurich. But it´s not only great minds who are captivated by this lakeside city with its well-preserved old town – people from all over the world have always flocked to the thriving metropolis. On a two-hour walk through the old town, we go searching for clues to the city´s past in its hidden alleyways and picturesque squares. Together, we uncover the secrets of Bahnhofstrasse, find out what a "procession axis" is, and visit a church with a minute-hand that jumps a record-breaking half meter every minute. This popular tour is filled with numerous astonishing and amusing anecdotes and has plenty to offer both visitors and locals alike.

Inclusions: Sightseeing in Zurich´s impressive old town, Explore quaint alleyways and discover hidden gems, Tour guide with extensive knowledge

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, No entry to the Fraumünster Church

Embark on a quest around Zurich by solving clues help Einstein develop the famous Theory of Relativity, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own Paradenplatz, St. Peter's Church, the Old Town, and more. + Find the real story behind Albert Einstein's General Theory of Relativity + Solve clues around town and discover other hidden gems + Explore Zurich in a unique and memorable way Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions so you won't need a map, a GPS or a guide. When you solve the clues and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked. Start and stop whenever you want. The tour will take you from 1.5 to 2 hours to complete, but there’s no time limit so you can finish it at your own pace. After you buy the quest, an access code will be delivered to you by mail. Go to the starting point and be ready to begin the adventure.

Inclusions: Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later, This is the safest tour you can book: it is private, no human contact, you will avoid crowds., This tour is always available to book. We are open 24/7, every day of the week., Play offline: you DON'T NEED an internet connection to play this city game

Exclusions: A physical tour guide

See top Zurich attractions such as the Swiss National Museum, Old Town (Alstadt) and the Zurich Opera House and tour the surrounding areas by ferry and cable car on this action-packed afternoon tour. Capture photos of the Chinese Garden, Bahnhofstrasse and the Fraumünster Church during your coach tour of Zurich. Enjoy a ferry ride on the lake before traveling into the Alps and taking a cable car ride up to the Felsenegg vista point for spectacular views of the small towns on Lake Zurich.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Zurich city tour with multi-lingual guide (English, Spanish), Aerial cable car ride up to Felsenegg, Ferry ride across Lake Zurich

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks