Zurich

How to Get to Zurich

Zurich is easily reached from anywhere in the world! The main airport is Zurich Airport (Zürich Flughafen). From there it is only a quick 10 minutes into downtown.

The main train station is Zurich HB, which takes you right into town and is only a 10 minute train ride from Zurich Airport Station.

What to Do in Zurich

Zurich is Switzerland’s largest city located on the tip of Lake Zurich. It is a beautiful city to enjoy & explore!

Enjoy Zurich’s Old Town/Altstadt! The old town is lined with cobbled streets, cozy restaurants, traditional Swiss cuisine, and also has famous art museums like Kunsthaus.

Take a walking tour through the Old Town! Delve into Switzerland’s colorful past and discover top Zurich attractions on this walking tour. Follow your guide along the beautiful Bahnhofstrasse, where locals mingle in bustling boutiques, art galleries, and cafes. Reserve your spot here.

If you are into luxury shopping or window watching, check out Bahnhofstrasse. This main shopping street is lined with high-end boutiques as well as chocolate shops and jewelry stores.

For a gorgeous view of the city walk up to Lindenhof Hill and enjoy the views. Or walk along the beautiful Limmat River that winds its way through the city below.

The Grossmünster is a beautiful cathedral, where religious reformer Zwingli preached in the 1500s

Zürich Opera House offers operas and ballets, as well as daily tours. You can check out their event calendar and get tickets here.

Board a cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch – the Top of Europe – on this day trip from Zurich to the spectacular Swiss Alps! This is the #1 recommended tour in the area! Reserve your spot here.

Visit the famous Black Forest! Cross into Germany from Switzerland to visit the charming town of Titisee-Neustadt. Watch how cuckoo clocks are made, take a boat ride on Lake Titisee, and visit Europe’s largest waterfall tumbling into the Rhine River! This is a favorite tour! Reserve your spot here.

Take a day trip to Mount Titlis & Lucerne! Explore Lucerne’s Old Town, ride a revolving cable car to the summit of Mt. Titlis, and take a chairlift ride on the Ice Flyer! This is such an amazing day trip and fills up fast! Reserve your spot here.

Visit Zermatt & the Matterhorn! Explore the Alpine village of Zermatt and ride the train to the top of Gornergrat for panoramic views of the iconic Matterhorn. Reserve your spot here!

Journey from Zurich to see the Rhine Falls and historical Stein am Rhein on this half-day sightseeing tour! Travel through vineyards to the Swiss-German border, visit the falls, Laufen Castle, and Stein am Rhein. This is a highly recommended tour! Reserve your spot here.

Here is a list of more recommended activities & tours to do in Zurich.

Want to see more of Switzerland? Visit one of Switzerland’s other beautiful places – Geneva, Gruyeres, Grindelwald, Interlaken, or Lucerne!

Where to Eat in Zurich

Head to the Old Town where you will find cozy cafes and unique restaurants offering tasty Swiss cuisine. The ambience is unmatched, and the food is delicious.

For rustic Swiss dishes in an old beerhall & armory, check out the highly recommended Zeughauskeller!

A favorite place to try all kinds of raclette in a more relaxed atmosphere is the Raclette Factory!

Vegan/Vegetarian? Try either Haus Hiltl or Marktküche – both of which are highly recommended!

If you are looking for the top Michelin star rated restaurants in Zurich, look no further than here.

Where to Stay in Zurich

There are so many great hotels in and around Zurich! I suggest trying to stay in the city center if you are looking to walk everywhere.

For luxury hotels, I recommend –

All are fabulous places to stay!

For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.

Weather in Zurich

The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.

The warm season lasts from May to September, with an average daily temperature above 69°F. The hottest month of the year in Zürich is July, with an average high of 76°F and low of 57°F.

The cold season lasts from November to March, with an average daily temperature below 45°F. The coldest month of the year in Zürich is January, with an average low of 28°F and high of 38°F.

Teddy's Tips for Kids in Zurich

Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –

Are your kids into soccer/football? Check out the FIFA Museum!

Take paddle boats out for an afternoon on the lake!

Spend the day at Lindt Chocolate Museum! Learn how chocolate is made, then taste it and make it yourself!

Visit the Zoo Zurich, and enjoy getting close to all the beautiful animals!

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