Zürich Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

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Hotels in Zürich

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ZH Gold 1 - HITrental Apartment

Birmensdorferstrasse 169 | Zurich, 8003, CH

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KAYA Zurich Apartment PARAIBA- Downtown Deluxe 2BR Apt

Elisabethenstrasse 28 | Zurich, 8004, CH

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Guggach Apartôtel

Hofwiesenstrasse 135 | Zurich, 8057, CH

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Lake Side Location Bellevue

Schifflände 16 | Zurich, 8001, CH

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Löwenplatz Apartment near Station by Airhome

Usteristrasse 23 | Zurich, 8001, CH

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Storchen Zürich - Lifestyle Boutique Hotel

Weinplatz 2 | Zurich, 8001, CH

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Widder Hotel - Zurichs Luxury Hideaway

Rennweg 7 | Zurich, 8001, CH

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EMA House Serviced Apartments Superior Unterstrass

Beckenhofstrasse 22 | Zurich, 8006, CH

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At a glance

Climate

Temperate

Languages

German and English and French

Local currency

CHF (CHF)

Local time

01:24 (GMT+2)

Ideal trip length

2–5 days

Cost level

5 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Old Town (Altstadt)

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

Optional, usually included

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 85 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Zürcher Geschnetzeltes Birchermüesli Swiss Chocolate Fondue

When to visit Zürich

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: July Busiest: Jun-Aug

Jan

40

Cold, often snowy
Feb

45

Cold, crisp days
Mar

60

Cool, budding spring
Apr

70

Mild, some rain
May

80

Pleasant, lush green
Jun

90

Warm, sunny, busy
Jul

95

Warmest, peak season
Aug

90

Warm, pleasant evenings
Sept

85

Mild, autumn colors
Oct

70

Cool, colorful foliage
Nov

50

Chilly, often grey
Dec

60

Cold, festive markets

40

Jan Cold, often snowy

45

Feb Cold, crisp days

60

Mar Cool, budding spring

70

Apr Mild, some rain

80

May Pleasant, lush green

90

Jun Warm, sunny, busy

95

Jul Warmest, peak season

90

Aug Warm, pleasant evenings

85

Sept Mild, autumn colors

70

Oct Cool, colorful foliage

50

Nov Chilly, often grey

60

Dec Cold, festive markets

Things to do in Zürich

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

1 place

Uetliberg Mountain

Uetliberg 3.5 hrs

Take a train up Zürich's 'local mountain' for stunning city and Alpine vistas.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Lake Zurich Cruise

Lake Zurich 2 hrs

Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the pristine waters of Lake Zurich.

Outdoors Good for children

Bahnhofstrasse Shopping

City Center 2.5 hrs

Stroll along one of the world's most exclusive shopping avenues.

Indoors

Any time of day

4 places

Grossmünster Towers

Old Town 1.5 hrs

Climb the iconic twin towers for panoramic city and lake views.

Indoors Good for children

Swiss National Museum

Near Main Station 2.5 hrs

Discover Switzerland's rich cultural history from prehistory to the present.

Indoors Good for children

Lindt Home of Chocolate

Kilchberg 2 hrs

Immerse yourself in the world of chocolate with interactive exhibits and tastings.

Indoors Good for children

Explore Old Town (Altstadt)

Old Town 2.5 hrs

Wander through charming cobbled streets, historic buildings, and hidden squares.

Outdoors Good for children

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Zürich — First-Timer Highlights

Discover the best of Switzerland's vibrant financial capital, from historic Old Town to panoramic Alpine views.

This 3-day itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors eager to experience Zürich's essential sights, rich culture, and stunning natural beauty. Explore medieval alleys, indulge in Swiss chocolate, and soak in breathtaking views of the city and Lake Zürich.

3 Days 14 Stops

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