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Zürich
Zürich Region — Urban Meets Nature

Zürich

4.7/5
487 travelers
Altitude: 408m
Recommended days: 2 days

Switzerland's largest city is a global finance hub that also delivers world-class culture, a pristine lake, a vibrant dining scene and easy Alpine access. The beautifully preserved Altstadt (old town) sits alongside cutting-edge contemporary art spaces and Europe's most innovative restaurant scene.

Highlights

Altstadt (old town) and Grossmünster cathedralKunsthaus Zürich art museumLake Zürich promenade and swimmingUetliberg city mountain hike (871m)Langstrasse nightlife and restaurant district

Getting there

Zürich HB is Switzerland's main rail hub. Direct trains to all major Swiss cities. International connections to Germany, Austria, France and Italy.

Activities

Discover Zurich’s open-air bars

Discover Zurich’s open-air bars

May 1 – Sep 30, 2026

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How better to spend a balmy summer’s evening than relaxing with a cool drink at one of Zurich’s atmospheric open-air bars?

Coal mine Käpfnach

Coal mine Käpfnach

May 1 – Oct 31, 2026· 2 to 4 hours (half day)

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Equipped with a helmet and good shoes, this is a fun trip for the whole family and a chance to find out lots of interesting facts about the history of mining.

Discover Zurich by e-bike

Discover Zurich by e-bike

May 1 – Sep 30, 2026· 1-2 hours

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Zürich is best discovered away from the well-known tourist attractions. On a guided or solo bike tour by e-bike, take the path less traveled through Zurich's outlying suburbs for a day that is memorable for all the right reasons.

Urban Gardening made easy

Urban Gardening made easy

May 1 – Oct 31, 2026· 2 to 4 hours (half day)

Everybody can grow vegetables and herbs - even in a city. Experience urban gardening as a team.

Stand-Up Paddling City Tour

Stand-Up Paddling City Tour

Jun 1 – Sep 30, 2026· 2 to 4 hours (half day)

Explore the city of Zurich from a different perspective ‒ in the course of an active leisure pursuit of a very special kind!

Museum Park Oskar Reinhart “Am Römerholz”

Museum Park Oskar Reinhart “Am Römerholz”

Jun 1 – Sep 30, 2026

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Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life for a short while and enjoy a picnic in the museum garden of the Oskar Reinhart “Am Römerholz” collection. Stately chestnut trees and outdoor sculptures are scattered throughout the verdant park, making it the perfect spot to slow down and recharge.

Where to Eat

Ruby Mimi Hotel & Bar

Ruby Mimi Hotel & Bar

4.7
The Dolder Grand

The Dolder Grand

4.7
mit&ohne kebab

mit&ohne kebab

4.6
Haus Hiltl

Haus Hiltl

$$$$
Vegetarian4.6
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Zeughauskeller

Zeughauskeller

$$$$
Swiss4.5
Frau Gerolds Garten

Frau Gerolds Garten

$$$$
Swiss4.5

Best season

Year-round

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