Best Things To Do In Zurich, Switzerland
Have you dreamed of going to Zurich? This is not only the biggest city in Switzerland, but it’s also the wealthiest. Zurich is an incredible place to explore. You will explore incredible food, Culture, amazing shopping, historical buildings, and architecture. All these things will blow your mind. Last year I visited Zurich City in Switzerland. So based on my experience, I will describe the 7 best things to do in Zurich, Switzerland.
I started my tour from Kunsthaus Zurich. The German meaning of Kunsthaus is art house. The ticket price is 23.00 CHF, and 20% discount for cardholders. The discounted price is 18.00 CHF. The art gallery is full of culture and incredible collections. You don’t find a second copy of this collection anywhere in the country. There you will find a permanent display of some masterpieces by Picasso, Monet, and other big artists. You will also find here an amazing collection of Classical Modernist pieces. You will discover over 4000 paintings and sculptures to gaze at, and 95000 drawings as well.
Lake Zurich
Want to explore some incredible nature? Then visit Lake Zurich. I recharged and found out the best time to visit this place is in the afternoon. So I decided to visit in the afternoon. This is not only my favorite, but also a favorite of local people and tourists. I enjoyed a picnic with my family in this place, and this is one of the perfect places for a picnic.
You can sit on the banks and enjoy the boats going by. An area named the Lake Promenade consists of some gardens and parks. You will see people jogging around this place. There are some great boat offers for tours. I didn’t try this, but I heard that the boat journey is an incredible way to get a better view of the lake. You can go shopping in stores and eat some delicious food near the lake. Although I have spent only an afternoon there, you can enjoy an entire day there, and of course, this is free of cost. So based on all of these things, I decided to keep this place on the list of 7 best things to do in Zurich, Switzerland.
Old Town
If you want to see what Zurich looked like a hundred years ago, then I suggest going to the Old Town. This is a very popular place in all of the city of Zurich. All the buildings are left over from medieval times. The place will take you back a hundred years when you visit it. You will find some amazing museums and hotels in the Old Town.
If you are on a couple’s tour, then I will recommend visiting the Muhlesteg Footbridge. The bridge is full of locks put in by couples in love. After passing the day, you can go to a nightclub or bar and have some chill. Because there are more nightclubs and bars than in any other place in Zurich.
Bahnhofstrasse
If you are with your love or a shopping-loving group, then visit Bahnhofstrasse. Bahnhofstrasse is a lengthy street that runs from Lake Zurich to the Hauptbahnhof train station. For people who are looking for high-end shopping, this place is a paradise for them. You will find some high-end brands here, such as Chanel, Burberry, and Vuitton. There are some areas for affordable shopping in Bahnhofstrasse. These areas are the Niederdorf and Langstrasse areas.
These two areas are popular for window shopping. After shopping, you can have food or drinks there, as there are some restaurants and bars along the way. So for all these reasons, I decided to keep this place on the list of things to do in Zurich, Switzerland.
Zoo Zurich
If you have had your fill of shopping, you should see some not-so-cuddly animals. So I recommend Zoo Zurich. They host almost 400 types of animals from around the world. Zoo Zurich is kept neat and clean and super easy to get around. But this place is a little bit more expensive than any other zoo.
The entry fee is 28 dollars for adults and 23 dollars for kids. But this is a matter of satisfaction that some of the money from the entrance fee goes to protect endangered species. This zoo is open every day, and the time is 9 am to 5 pm. You will find some restaurants there, and I recommend you visit the incredible elephant park while you are there. Don’t miss Zoo Zurich because this is one of the best things to do in Zurich, Switzerland.
Swiss National Museum
When you walk into the castle of the Swiss National Museum, you will probably think you are watching a Disney movie or an old fairy tale. But after you are inside, it’s more impressive. This is a giant museum for Swiss cultural history. To learn about Switzerland, this is the best place to start. You will discover thousands of artifacts here. You will discover a permanent collection called “Simply Zurich” on the first floor.
Food tour in Zurich
If you are in Zurich, then don’t miss the Food Tour. Zurich is a haven for food lovers. There is no better way to experience amazing foods, especially desserts. This city has an abundance of restaurants, bars, cafes, and street food shops. So a food tour must be a recommended item on the list of things to do in Zurich, Switzerland.
Travel Safety Gear for Zurich
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I hope you enjoyed this article about the 7 best things to do in Zurich, Switzerland, and that it will help you in your next tour in Zurich. I always love to hear about your amazing travel stories from you, and at The Tour Point, I also publish people’s tour stories. So if you have any nice experiences, you may share them with us using the Contact Us form. Best of luck for your journey. Stay safe, stay healthy.
