Top 10 Walking Tours in Zurich, Canton of Zurich

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 experience is provided by a private local. Do you want to discover Zurich and the stunning Rhine Falls without being amid a herd of tourists? Then look no more and join a Local for an exclusive Experience around Zurich! To get you jump started, we will start the day with an orientation walk around Zurich which will offer you the chance to get to see and learn about some of the most famous places of the town, but also the Local’s favourite places. As the stroll will probably have gotten you hungry, we will have an exquisite typical culinary Experience before heading to the Rhine Falls where you will have the opportunity to sail around the dazzling waterfalls! Upon arrival back in Zurich you will have the opportunity to either enjoy a cup of tea & a snack or go for a drink in a bar frequented by Zurich locals to top off this discovery day. Make sure you have your camera ready for some worthy pictures and come curious, I will give my best to answer all of your questions!

Inclusions: Lunch, Tea & Snack / a Drink, Rhine Falls Boat Cruise

Exclusions: Train ticket

This private tour by foot includes among others the following spots: Paradeplatz (one of the most expensive places in the world; suggested pick up); Fraumünster (more than just a church); Thermengasse (the origin of Zurich); St. Peter’s church; Lindenhof (a beautiful view point); Lenin’s house; Grossmünster (founded by a famous emperor), an ancient Trade Guild House. The tour can be adapted to your wishes and the route can be changed, for example the pick up place, the focus (more historic or more on the business environment).

Inclusions: Local guide, Private tour, Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Entrance fees (for example if you like to go to the top of the tower of Grossmünster or to a museum after the tour)

Avoid the crowd and get the undivided attention of your guide and discover the spectacular sights of Zurich and surroundings by walking in a small group. Discover as a local the cultural and financial capital of Switzerland, enjoy a pleasant cruise on the crystal clear Lake Zurich and admire awesome panoramic views overlooking the city, the lake and the snow-capped Alps from the local little mountain Uetliberg. On the summer tours we are experiencing a short ride on the aerial cable car to the little mountain Felsenegg and we are hiking a short distance on a special trail. In the city, we are focusing on legendary landmarks and historical monuments and besides taking beautiful pictures you’ll enrich your knowledge about the region’s history and you'll find out interesting facts about Switzerland. The tour will offer you the chance to get the best taste of Zurich on shore, on water and in the air! If you are ready to do in 1 day what others are doing in 3, then join our tour!

Inclusions: Local guide, Ferry trip on the Lake Zurich, Aerial cable car (on the summer tours), Ride on the cogwheel railway, Nice spots for great pictures and unforgettable memories

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Souvenirs, Personal expenses and shopping

Avoid the crowd and get the undivided attention of your private guide and discover the spectacular sights of Zurich and surroundings by walking in a small group. Discover as a local the cultural and financial capital of Switzerland, enjoy a pleasant cruise on the crystal clear Lake Zurich and experience a short cable car ride in order to admire awesome panoramic views over the city, lake and the snow-capped Alps from the local little mountain Felsenegg or Uetliberg. In the Old Town, we are focusing on legendary landmarks and historical monuments and besides taking beautiful pictures you’ll enrich your knowledge about the region’s history and you'll find out interesting facts about Switzerland. The tour will offer you the chance to get the best taste of Zurich on shore, on water and in the air!

Inclusions: Local Guide , Small Group, Funicular and Aerial Cable Car ride, Cruise on the Lake Zurich, Unforgettable Memories :)

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Explore Zurich with a knowledgeable guide during this private 2-hour walking tour of Switzerland’s largest city. See top attractions such as Bahnhofstrasse, Lake Zurich and Fraumunster Church. Wander through Alstadt (Old Town) or more modern parts of the city. Customize your itinerary to fit your interests, and learn about the rich history, architecture and culture of Zurich. Ideal for both first-time and repeat visitors, this tour gives you the flexibility and guidance to make the most out of your time in Zurich.

Inclusions: Private Guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Embark on a spectacular Alpine journey from Zurich to the Top of Europe! Travel by coach through the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland's magnificent Jungfrau region, then hop aboard a cogwheel train and ride up to Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station at a staggering elevation of 11,333 feet (3,454 meters). A stunning panorama of snow-capped mountains and glaciers awaits you.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Cogwheel train ride

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

Bring your sweet tooth and get ready for a tantalizing array of delicious treats on this decadent walking tour of Zurich. Your expert guide will help you discover wonderful artisanal shops and tell you all about the history of chocolate in Switzerland. Savor truffles and chocolate bars and indulge in hot chocolate and homemade ice cream as you explore the streets of Zurich’s Old Town (Altstadt). This is a novel and tasty way to spend an afternoon getting to know Zurich! This small-group tour is limited to eight people for a more intimate experience.

Inclusions: Local guide, Tastings of chocolates and other sweets

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Sure to be a highlight of your Switzerland vacation, this day trip from Zurich takes you into the Swiss Alps. Discover Jungfraujoch, one of the highest points in Europe, travel by coach with a multilingual guide through the Bernese Oberland region, and enjoy a stop in the famous town of Interlaken along the way. Board the gondola in Grindelwald and change to the cogwheel train at the Eiger Glacier for a ride to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jungfraujoch mountain pass, where an Alpine wonderland of spectacular mountains and glaciers awaits.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Cogwheel train ride, Aerial cable car Eiger Express

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Gratuities, Food and drinks