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With its striking 19th-century buildings and winding cobblestone lanes stretching along both sides of River Limmat, Zurich’s Old Town (Altstadt) is the most atmospheric part of the city and home to many principal tourist attractions.
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Zurich City Tour Experience
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If you want to experience all of the outstanding things Zurich has to offer in a single sightseeing outing, this is the tour package for you. Experience the town on this unique city tour with detailed commentaries in one of eleven languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, and Hindi.
The air-conditioned Panorama bus takes you on a 100-minute round trip to the sights of Switzerland’s largest city. The route leads across the famous Bahnhofstrasse and the banking center of the lake with a view of the snow-capped mountains, part of the old town with its magnificent guild houses and the churches St. Peter, Grossmünster and Fraumünster. You’ll see the university quarter and the residential area Zürichberg, the National Museum and the Kunsthaus. At the two most scenic viewpoints we will make a short photo stop.
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$37.19
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$37.19

Zurich City Highlights Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride
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Explore Zurich on a half-day sightseeing tour of the city. Climb aboard a luxury coach for a panoramic tour of top sights like the Swiss National Museum, the Zurich Opera House and the Old Town, and then take to the water for a scenic ferry crossing of Lake Zurich. Marvel at the grand architecture of Fraumünster Church and the Bahnhofstrasse and then gaze at sweeping Alpine vistas as you ride a cable car to the vertiginous Felsenegg vantage point.
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$65.61
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$65.61

Swiss Chocolate Walking Tour of Zurich
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Take a chocolate walking tour of Zurich, and let your sweet tooth lead the way around the city’s artisan confectioners and chocolate producers. With a guide at your side, you’ll sample the signature Zurich sweet of Luxemburgerli, along with pralines and Champagne truffles. Learn about Swiss chocolate in the city, and check out some of the city’s landmarks such as the Grossmünster Church and Lindenhof.
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$32.80
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$32.80

Zurich Tour: 6 hours on shore, on water, in the air!
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Gain a new perspective on Zürich on a small-group excursion that includes a ferry ride across Lake Zürich, a cable car journey during the summer, and a tour of the Old Town. Visit landmarks including Lindenhof and Grossmünster, gaining insight into the city’s history and culture from your local guide.
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$91.68
Price varies by group size
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$91.68
Price varies by group size

Zurich Highlights Tour
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Discover the spectacular sights of Zurich on a comprehensive 2-hour coach tour of the vibrant Swiss city. Cruise past legendary landmarks like the sophisticated Bahnhofstrasse and admire the shimmering surface of Lake Zurich as you listen to illuminating commentary from a knowledgeable guide. See, too, the sacred St Peter’s Church and the charming Old Town, and then tour distinguished districts with stately mansions from glorious times past and convince yourself of the high standard of living on the threshold of the popular Zürichberg recreational area. Select either a morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule.
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$37.19
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$37.19

Einstein's Zurich: "A Walk in Time" Old Town Exploration Game
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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.
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$10.59
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$10.59
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3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg
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Tick off three top experiences at a reduced price with a 3-in-1 Zurich package. Discover the city’s major landmarks on a walking tour, then relax your feet on a lake cruise, before riding a cable car to Felsenegg’s summit for views that reach as far as the Alps. Along the way, benefit from your small-group guide’s personalized insights.
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$90.62
Price varies by group size
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$90.62
Price varies by group size

Zurich Highlights In A 2+ Hour Walking Tour Including Panoramic Views
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Zurich boasts a unique and far-reaching history, but appreciating the city’s landmarks can be difficult on a self-led tour. Be immersed in the history and culture of Switzerland’s biggest city on a walking tour of highlights including Lindenhof, St Peter’s Church, and Fraumünster, while benefiting from the more personalized experience of a small-group tour.
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$53.31
Price varies by group size
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$53.31
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The Best of Zurich Including Panoramic Views in a Small Group Walking Tour
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Discover the best that Zurich has to offer during this 3-hour small-group walking tour. Visit the city’s key landmarks such as Paradeplatz, Lindenhof, St. Peter’s Church, the Roman baths, and much more. Learn about the rich history of Zurich and Switzerland from your tour guide and enjoy the panoramic views of the Old Town from the Grossmunster Church.
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$53.31
Price varies by group size
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$53.31
Price varies by group size

The Great Tour of Zurich
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Enhance your sightseeing experience of Switzerland’s cultural capital on a half-day tour of Zurich and the quaint neighboring village of Rapperswil. With a knowledgeable guide, discover blooming rose gardens; see sweeping vistas of the snow-capped Alps; and stroll amid the verdant splendor of a deer park to see the majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Marvel at the ancient castle that reigns over the village of Rapperswil and then conclude your tour with a tranquil boat ride on Lake Zurich.
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$63.42
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$63.42

Zurich Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for tourist attractions in around Zurich
Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour
• It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and location; skip the content that doesn't interest you, and listen longer to content that does interest you.
• Not necessary to download any location tracking apps. Audio guide can be listened online (or) offline.
•Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one you’re most comfortable with.
• It is one of the best options with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide.
•If you have any questions about any attractions. No worries, we will answer in your language instantly by message.
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$6.00
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$6.00

Social Impact Walking Tour - Zürich Old Town
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Join us to see Zürich through a different lens! We will explore the historical and cultural landmarks but at the same uncover contrasts that our city hides. This experience is not a typical sightseeing tour. We make a positive impact in the community by supporting local initiatives that help people in need. This tour is recommended to both - visitors & locals alike.
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$52.24
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$52.24

Private Tour: Zurich Walking Tour
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Receive the undivided attention of a private guide as you discover the spectacular city of Zurich on a 2-hour private walking tour. Admire popular attractions like Frauminster Church, with its prismatic stained glass windows, and gaze at the shimmering surface of Lake Zurich. See, too, the elegant Bahnhofstrasse and explore the charming Old Town while listening to captivating commentary from your insightful guide. Relish the freedom and flexibility of this private tour and customize the itinerary to suit your interests.
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$437.10
per group
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$437.10
per group

Zurich Small-Group Guided Walking Tour Including Lake Cruise
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Are you willing to avoid the "tourist bubbles" and to discover the charm of the tiny cobblestone streets in the Old Town, to walk through the parks and pedestrian zones, to feel the smells, to hear the bells, to fill your bottle with fresh water at one of the 1200' fountains that Zurich has to offer, to enjoy the nearby nature oases and to relax on a ferry cruise? Then you're on the right page. This is the tour that offers you a good introduction to Zurich and great photo opportunities.
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$69.30
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$69.30

The Secret Doors of Zurich
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Discover the hidden side of Zurich on this small-group walking tour. You'll learn all about Zurich's history and see hidden gems that you'd never find on your own, from a secret medieval tunnel that lies behind a locked door to the 13th-century remnants of the city's wall and the ruins of a Roman Fort and medieval palace.
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$108.25
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$108.25

The Chocolate side of Zurich Tuk Tuk Tour
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Switzerland is known for its chocolate, but finding the best spots to sample sweet treats in Zurich can be tricky. Zip between the city’s top chocolatiers with ease on a private tuk-tuk tour and benefit from your chauffeur-guide’s insights as you cruise past historical and chocolate-related landmarks. Enjoy access to three different workshops as well as tasters included in the price.
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$170.58
Price varies by group size
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$170.58
Price varies by group size

Zurich Highlights Half-Day Tour with Lake Cruise
Board a comfortable, climate-controlled coach and set out past the castle-like Swiss National Museum, the luxurious shopping avenue Bahnhofstrasse and Zurich's renowned financial district. Enjoy a magnificent view of crystal-clear Lake Zurich during a photo stop at Enge harbor.
Continue along the lake, passing the Grand Opera House and the university quarter with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich) and the University of Zurich. Tour distinguished districts with stately mansions from glorious times past and convince yourself of the high standard of living on the threshold of the popular Zürichberg recreational area. After a short glimpse of the city, the lake, and the snow-covered Alps, you drive past the Kunsthaus art museum down to the charming Old Town.
After saying good-by to your tour guide, embark at Bürkliplatz on an independent scenic one-hour cruise on Lake Zurich past grand lakeside villas and popular lidos.
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$45.93
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$45.93

Classic Highlights of Zurich - City Sightseeing Tour with local Guide
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Welcome to the Zurich City Sightseeing Tour with local Guide. Our tour offers a glimpse the city, the lake and the snow-covered Alps famous Bahnhofstrasse and financial district, as well as the university quarter on the traces of its alumni Albert Einstein. We will also explore the noble Zürichberg district with unparalleled views, and the Old Town on a guided walk-through medieval alley.
Board a comfortable, climate-controlled coach and set out past the castle-like Swiss National Museum, the luxurious shopping avenue Bahnhofstrasse and Zurich's renowned financial district. Enjoy a magnificent view of crystal-clear Lake Zurich during a photo stop at Enge harbour. Continue along the lake, passing the grand Opera House and the university quarter with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich) and the University of Zurich.
Optional: Enjoy a 1-hour cruise on Lake Zurich with audio guide on crystal-clear Lake Zurich past grand lakeside villas and popular lidos.
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$44.52
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$44.52

Private Zurich City Walking Tour
Travel to Zurich - the largest city in Switzerland, lying on the shores of Limmat River. A major financial, commercial and industrial center. Zurich surely is among the must-see places in Switzerland.
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$373.14
per group
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$373.14
per group

Zurich Private Full Discovery Tour
Zurich is the biggest Swiss city offers you numerous attractions in each corner of it. The discovery starts when the local professional guide greets you at the lobby of the hotel in order to depart and enjoy a historical 2 hours walking tour through Zurich’s highlights.
Later on, it will be the time to farewell the guide and to be greeted by the driver-guide who will take you to Bürkliplatz for a relaxing journey on Lake Zurich during a Ferry boat trip. A short journey on the lake approximately 54 minutes, however full of heavenly sceneries of Zurich with the Swiss Alps in the background.
The driver-guide will meet you once again at Horgen in order to head to Adliswil. Here is the only aerial cable car in Zurich Canton - Adliswil-Felsenegg which takes you to the upper station of Felsenegg hill overviews the whole city.
After an hour you will descend, and your exploring day will end by a private drop off at the initial meeting point in Zurich City.
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$927.51
per group
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$927.51
per group

Full-Day Private Zurich Sightseeing Tour and Chocolate Tasting
Guided by a local expert - this is probably the most unique Zurich Tour you will find. A mixture between enjoying culinary delights like a Chocolate Degustation and a Swiss Picnic and to discover the known & hidden places of Zurich will make this day in Zurich unforgettable. Read our great reviews of the other Myswisspanorama tours.
Highlights of the day:
✓Üetliberg trip – The Zurich Mountain with the perfect view for the best pictures
✓The contrasts of Zurich - City Tour (Old town, Langstrasse, Europaallee) with a ship cruise & a legendary Swiss Picnic
✓Easy walk to the most beautiful viewpoint of Zurich and enjoy a Premium Swiss Chocolate Degustation with a view.
You can always customize this tour e.g. with more hiking, shopping, etc. Just let us know your dreams that we can create the best and most unique day for you in Zurich.
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$629.00
Price varies by group size
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$629.00
Price varies by group size

Zurich Christmas Holiday Tour on Bahnhofstrasse and Christmas Markets
Experience Zurich at the most magical time of year on a guided tour of the festive lights and Christmas decorations of the holiday season.
Look at the amazing shop window displays when strolling through the Bahnhofstrasse. Try a hot punch or a mulled wine. Maybe you eat also a raclette or a fondue during your visit to one of the Christmas Markets. Your guide will take you around and tell you also some history of Zurich.
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$328.04
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$328.04

Discover Zurich from the air with a local pilot
Go on an unforgettable adventure and discover the beauty of Zurich in the most unique way... from a private plane!
You’ll see stunning views of Zürichsee,Grossmünster... and many more for you to find out with your very own pilot!
Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. They just love to fly and want you to understand their passion for aviation.
So be sure to meet your pilot directly at the airfield provided, as there are several private airfields around.
++Confirm weather conditions with your pilot before++ --> Access a local airfield --> Discuss the flight route together with your pilot --> Pre-flight check --> Up you go, enjoy the view from a whole new perspective!
The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot, aircraft, and weather. Please let us know your flexible hours/days upon booking, and make sure that you've been in touch with us beforehand!
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$206.70
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$206.70

Zurich and Surroundings PRIVATE TOUR Including Panoramic Views
Discover Zurich’s highlights in a day on this action-packed private walking tour that takes the stress out of navigating with hotel pickup included. Don’t waste a moment visiting sights that don’t interest you, and enjoy the perk of being able to customize the tour based on your interests. Potential sights include Fraumunster Church, Lake Zurich, and many Old Town landmarks.
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$303.84
per group
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$303.84
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- Bahnhofstrasse
- Paradeplatz (Parade Square)
- National Museum Zurich (Landesmuseum Zürich)
- Lindenhof
- St. Peter Church (Kirche St. Peter)
- Fraumünster Church
- Limmatquai
- Grossmünster Church
- Museum Rietberg
- Lake Zurich (Zürichsee)
- Kunsthaus Zurich
- Zurich Opera House (Opernhaus Zürich)
- Uetliberg
- Dolderbahn
- Zurich Chinese Garden (Chinagarten)