Top Zurich Walking Tours

Zürich Historic District Tour

4.9

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from US$42

If you have limited time to sightsee in Zurich, explore the city with a guide to hear its history and scout out its highlights in less time. As you delve into Switzerland’s colorful past, follow your guide along the Bahnhofstrasse to see where locals mingle in bustling boutiques, art galleries, and cafes. Lindenhof and the Niederdorf neighborhood are also covered, along with monuments such as the Fraumünster and Grossmünster churches.

Zurich Old Town Walking Tour

Most travelers think they’ve seen Zurich after walking along Bahnhofstrasse and the lakefront. But what if I told you the city’s real charm hides in its narrow streets, historic corners, and stories only a local can share? Exploring alone, it’s easy to miss the layers of history and details that make Zurich unforgettable. You might leave thinking you’ve seen it all, while its true spirit stays hidden. Our Walking Tour in Zurich changes that. Your guide tailors the experience to your interests, showing both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Discover the authentic Zurich, beyond the surface.

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from US$32

Zurich Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

Zurich Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

4.4

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from US$45

Begin your journey at Hirschenplatz, a place with old buildings, wine bars, and a lot of history. Explore Central Polybahn, a unique cable car ride offering a spectacular viewpoint of the city. Continue to Polyterrasse ETH for another stunning viewpoint before visiting Zentralbibliothek to see parts of the old city wall and fortifications. Stroll through Brunngasse to view an old picture in a private building and visit Spiegelgasse, the place where Lenin lived during his time in Zurich. Explore Grossmunster, where you'll find a hidden cloister and a chapel with a medieval baptismal font. Visit Fraumunster Church to see the famous Chagall Windows and explore Wasserkirche, known for its underground ruins and as the site of the execution of Felix & Regula. Finally, ascend Lindenhof Hill to discover historical ruins underground, concluding your private tour of Zurich's old town with a deeper understanding of its rich history and cultural significance.

Zurich Old Town Guided Walking Tour With Private Upgrade

Zurich Old Town Guided Walking Tour With Private Upgrade

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from US$58

This walking tour offers a carefully curated introduction to Zurich’s Old Town, guiding visitors through the historic heart of the city where more than two thousand years of history remain vividly present. Beginning in the lively Niederdorf quarter, the route explores medieval streets, landmark churches, scenic river views, and tranquil elevated viewpoints, revealing the layers that shaped Zurich from a Roman settlement into a modern European city. Highlights include the iconic Grossmünster, the refined Fraumünster with its artistic legacy, the panoramic Lindenhof Hill, and St. Peter’s Church with its distinctive clock face. The experience concludes along Bahnhofstrasse, where historic foundations meet contemporary elegance. Designed as a relaxed circular walk, the tour balances cultural insight, architectural heritage, and local atmosphere, offering an engaging and accessible way to discover Zurich’s Old Town on foot.

Zurich Old Town Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Zurich Walking Tour Including a Lake Cruise

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from US$18

4 hours

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from US$86

The best chocolate experience in Switzerland! On this luxurious experience, step behind the scenes of the world’s finest chocolate boutiques, where quality meets craftsmanship. From exquisite tastings, more than 13 pieces of chocolate, to the captivating history of both, the city of Zurich and the chocolate, every moment is a blend of indulgence and intrigue. As you stroll through Zurich’s picturesque streets, let the allure of the city’s hidden chocolate treasures enchant you. This isn’t just a tour; it’s an invitation to savor the unexpected. Are you ready to unwrap the magic? This is a public experience that happens everyday at 13:00 (1PM). The groups are small and the pace relaxed so you can enjoy the tastings. Let us know if you have any allergies we have to take into account. Note: Our route is flexible and may be adjusted based on the group's interests, local events, bank holidays or weather to ensure the best possible experience.

Chocolate Walking Tour in Zurich

Explore Zurich through its food—and visit places you might miss while exploring alone. Stroll the streets with your local guide in the lead, stopping for Swiss delicacies like fondue, sausage, chocolate, rosti, a selection of cheeses, and more. Drink Swiss gin, hot chocolate, schnapps, and Swiss wines along the way. See highlights including Fraumunster, Limmatquai, Grossmunster, and Paradeplatz.

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from US$108

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Zurich Food Tour with 10 Local Delicacies, Cheeses & Chocolates

Zurich Food Tour with 10 Local Delicacies, Cheeses & Chocolates

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

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from US$175

Visit the mountain towns of Grindelwald, Interlaken, and Lauterbrunnen on a fully guided day trip from Zurich. As you travel to the mountains, learn about the Swiss Alps from an onboard, multilingual guide. Enjoy a brief orientation stop to explore Interlaken, before continuing to the charming mountain resort of Grindelwald, where you have hours to explore at your own pace. Your last stop is Lauterbrunnen, where you can admire the valley's 72 waterfalls, including Staubbach Falls, Switzerland's third-highest.

Zurich: Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Guided Day Trip

Zurich: Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Guided Day Trip

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Your Zurich experience begins with a guided introduction in the heart of the city, where you’ll explore the vibrant Old Town with its cobblestone streets, medieval houses, and landmarks such as the Grossmünster and Fraumünster. Along the way, you’ll also uncover hidden corners that many visitors overlook. The walk continues with a leisurely stroll down the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse, one of Europe’s most elegant shopping avenues. Here, you’ll pause at select confiseries to sample Swiss chocolates—ranging from silky pralines to seasonal creations, and including Zurich’s famous Luxemburgerli. The experience concludes with a one-hour Lake Zurich cruise. Sit back and relax as you take in views of the city skyline, lakeside villas, and the distant Swiss Alps. - Discover Zurich’s Old Town and landmarks with a local guide - Taste Swiss chocolate specialties, including the famous Luxemburgerli - End with a scenic one-hour Lake Zurich cruise

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from US$138

Zurich City Tour with Chocolate Tasting and Lake Cruise

Zurich City Tour with Chocolate Tasting and Lake Cruise

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from US$146

This isn’t a postcard stroll. It’s a two-hour Self-Guided Walking Tour through headless martyrs, rebellious monks, medieval power moves, and a train line built for pastries. You’ll follow Roman roads, climb Gothic towers, and stand where Zurich once scared off an army with a well-timed bluff. From ruling abbesses to stained glass dreams and a final stop in a former weapons depot turned beer hall, this tour peels back the polished surface of one of Europe’s most quietly chaotic cities. Wear good shoes, bring curiosity, and save room for sausage. Zurich doesn’t shout — but it never stays still.

Zurich Old Town Self-Guided Walking Tour

Zurich Old Town Self-Guided Walking Tour

See the best of Zurich in one excursion on this comprehensive, multi-part tour. Look forward to seeing the best of the city's Old Town, from historic churches to vibrant shopping streets. Then, go on a seasonal ferry ride across Lake Zurich, take a cable car or train journey to Uetliberg or Felsenegg for magnificent mountain views, and learn insider facts and stories about the city’s history from your local guide.

3.5

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from US$6

Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car

6 hours

4.9

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from US$106

Zip around Zurich aboard an eco-friendly, electric tuk-tuk for up to four people on this express sightseeing tour. As a private guide drives, you’ll relax on a route around Zurich’s historic old town, admiring the Grossmünster and Fraumünster, peeking into the Im Viadukt indoor market, and snapping photos by Lake Zurich. Then, glide along the Limmatquai and venture off the tourist trail for a glimpse of local life in vibrant District 5.

eTukTuk Private Tour - Best of Zürich

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

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from US$126

Best of Zurich and Surroundings - Extended City Sightseeing Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

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from US$101

City tour Zurich with the city whispers from CHF 21.00

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

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from US$101

Start your adventure at Bürkliplatz and board a scenic 30-minute Lake Zurich cruise to the Lindt Home of Chocolate. Enjoy a 1h30 self-guided visit with audioguides, taste samples, and learn how chocolate is made. Afterwards, travel by public transport to a medieval lakeside town for a 1-hour guided tour of cobblestone streets, the castle, and scenic surroundings. Highlights: - Half-day small group tour with Lake Zurich cruise - Lindt Home of Chocolate – self-guided with audioguide (1h30) - Medieval lakeside town – guided tour of streets, castle, and scenery

Zurich: Lindt Chocolate, Medieval Village Lake Cruise Small Group

Zurich: Lindt Chocolate, Medieval Village Lake Cruise Small Group

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from US$234

Zurich: Guided Daytrip to Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen & Interlaken

Join us for an unforgettable full-day excursion to the picturesque Swiss villages of Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen, nestled in the heart of the Bernese Oberland. Travel in comfort on our air-conditioned bus coach, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide to discover the breathtaking beauty of the Swiss Alps. Highlights: 1. Onboard on our AC Bus Coach for the journey through some of the most stunning countryside in the country, past snow-capped peaks, beautiful landscapes and pristine lakes in Bernese Oberland Region. 2. Discover the breathtaking beauty of Grindelwald, a picturesque Swiss Alps village offering unique blend of traditional Swiss charm, stunning mountain scenery & outdoor adventure with leisure time to explore at your own pace & itinerary. 3. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen with a guided tour, see the beautiful landscapes, stunning architecture and fascinating waterfalls with leisure time to explore the stunning villages at your own.

Zurich: Guided Daytrip to Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen & Interlaken

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on this captivating self-guided reading tour to discover all the key attractions of Zurich. Encounter iconic landmarks, such as Grossmünster and Fraumünster, St. Peter’s Church, and the Water Church. Pay tribute to influential figures at the monuments dedicated to Alfred Escher, Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi, Ulrich Zwingli, and Hans Waldmann. Experience the city's pulse at City Hall, Paradeplatz, and Bahnhofstrasse, along with Cabaret Voltaire and Lenin's House. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the stained glass windows and sculptures. Join us as we unveil more than just the city's main attractions – we'll take you on a journey through time, sharing tales of those who once called this place home. Uncover stories of individuals who did good and evil, made bold decisions and engaged in intrigue, prevented bloodshed and executed innocents, fought for power and helped children. Learn about their hard work, humanity, courage, as well as about tragedies and might-have-been happiness.

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from US$184

Self-Guided Reading City Tour in Zurich

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Afternoon Zurich Tour with Artisanal Chocolate and Rhine Falls

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from US$6

Special Offer

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Go where the Swiss go and visit majestic Mt Rigi and postcard town Lucerne during the day trip. Following will be highlights of the trip 1. Enjoy the panorama drive to along the shores of Lake Lucerne with photo stop en route (Lake Lucerne or Lion Monument), get introduction to Lucerne, including main sights. 2. Enjoy the a panoramic aerial cable car up to the car-free village Rigi Kaltbad and board Europe’s first ever mountain railway to Rigi Kulm. 3. Delight in unsurpassed views over deep blue lakes and the snow-capped Alps on a hike 3. Take a Boat ride on Lake Lucerne, stroll through the medieval streets of the charming Old Town. See the famous Chapel Bridge, the baroque Jesuit Church and the impressive Culture and Convention Centre (KKL) by star architect Jean Nouvel. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the swiss culture and to fall in love with Switzerland even more.

Day Trip to Lucerne and Mt. Rigi with a local from Zurich

Day Trip to Lucerne and Mt. Rigi with a local from Zurich

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

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from US$213

Pub Crawl Zurich

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

(10)

from US$38

Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich

Check off the UNESCO-listed Jungfraujoch, aka the Top of Europe, on this Bernese Oberland day trip from Zurich. With a well-honed itinerary that shows off the best of the Swiss Alps, you’ll spend more time enjoying the mountain scenery and less time planning your logistics. Travel by coach, cogwheel train, and the Eiger Express gondola, and admire sights over the Aletsch Glacier and beyond.

Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich

11 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

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from US$366

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Zurich 360° City Walk Tour Including Hidden Spots

Explore the whole city center in 3.5 hours including hidden spots. Enjoy the history of Zurich from BC to the present day in anecdotes and legends. Taste region’s delights and make great photos with panoramic view. With local guide, learn about the development of the city, romans’ miracles and backgrounds of financial success. Immerse yourself in the life 2000 years ago and get to know, how do locals live now. Find out why Zurich can be considered as a city of 8 revolutions.

Zurich 360° City Walk Tour Including Hidden Spots

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from US$127

Daytrip to Swiss Villages: Interlaken Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

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from US$171

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Trip to 4 Countries: Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, Switzerland

Nicole_M, Jul 2026

Thanks, Payam!

Our group of 6 took this tour with Payam on a day that started out incredibly rainy. Payam stayed optimistic and assured us he’d find us alternatives if any of the planned activities were rained out, but luckily it all worked out for the best! The rain brought cooler temperatures and kept the crowds away even though we visited during peak season. We had a great time on all of the stops and Payam was the perfect guide, driver, and even photographer - he pointed out photo ops along the way and took group photos for us. Payam was a fun guide. He was very informative and made excellent recommendations both for lunch during the tour and also for dinner after. The tour was a nice combination of places we would not have thought to put together in 1 day on our own.

Zurich Food Tour with 10 Local Delicacies, Cheeses & Chocolates

RobertS_S, Jul 2026

A wonderful almost Gourmet Experience

We behave taken many food tours around the world and this was one of the two best. Teresa, our guide was informative and humorous. The food was phenomenal and plentiful. Make sure you don’t eat much before the tour or you won’t enjoy the complete experience as much.

Zurich Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

Jill_D, Jun 2026

Not to be missed tour

Leighton was a wonderful guide. He was knowledgeable about Switzerland and Zurich and also shared personal experiences that gave us deep insight into the state of affairs—cultural and political and historical—in the city and the country. Very friendly, considerate of our needs, and very informative. Excellent!

Zurich Walking Tour Including a Lake Cruise

Melissa_S, Jun 2026

Zurich in a day, this is a must!

My husband was in Zurich for business and I tagged along this trip. I was here for one day and wanted to get a feel of Zurich. This excursion definitely fit the bill! Our guide was Greg and he was very knowledgeable and sprinkled his facts with humor. You see Zurich from many different vantage points. By way of the streets, the water and a mountain. It is a walking tour so wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle if you are doing this in the summer. I can’t recommend this enough!

Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car

Rebecca_J, Jun 2026

Cannot be missed

Absolutely brilliant walking tour. Our guide was informative and funny, making it really easy to interact and ask questions. Starting in Old Town you get a trip up the hill in the Polybahn and a great view of the city. For lunch, we were guided to a point to buy our lunch that had variety and affordable options. After lunch, we had a river cruise to our next location, with buses up the hill to attend the cable cars. With the cable cars up the mountain, we got a beautiful view of Zurich and the lake, and got to experience a small hike in the Swiss mountains! Afterward going back down, an easy train ride back to the city completed the tour. This tour is absolutely bang for your buck and so impressive with the amount of public transport use and ease to move through the city. It was a reasonable amount of walking for the tour length, but with frequent stops and time to sit when on transport - members of our tour all kept up. A perfect tour to see not just the city but some of the surrounds too!

Zermatt, Matterhorn & Gornergrat Small Group Day Tour from Zürich

Margaret_S, Jun 2026

Perfect view of Matterhorn!

Alex our guide was a little early so we got great seats on first train. Alex guided us to all of the trains with perfect connections! We were very lucky to have perfect weather the entire trip. Nice lunch in Zermatt! Beautiful blue skies to see the Matterhorn and surrounding mountains!

Zürich Historic District Tour

Karen_P, Jun 2026

Excellent city tour of Zurich

From our first moment meeting Alexander, he was friendly and welcoming. He took us to many unique and interesting places around the old city center and provided us with a wealth of historical information. I especially appreciated that he paced himself based on our questions and needs. If you want to see beautiful Zurich from a local’s perspective, we highly recommend going on this tour with Alexander.

Chocolate Walking Tour in Zurich

Wood_F, May 2026

Our family loved...

Our family loved everything about our chocolate walking tour in Zurich. Not only was the chocolate delicious, with a unique item (or items) to taste at each shop, but the history and insights that Vanessa shared about the city of Zurich and Swiss culture were entertaining and invaluable. Definitely a highlight of our European vacation!

Zurich Old Town Guided Walking Tour With Private Upgrade

Marilou_H, May 2026

Zurich walking tour

Nellie our guide knew so much history about Zurich. I had no idea what to expect but it was the perfect tour for us. We did a private tour so it was just the right pace. Recommend especially if you are not in Zurich for any length of time. FYI-There were a few hills and walking on cobblestones but nothing too strenuous.

eTukTuk Private Tour - Best of Zürich

CINDY_M, May 2026

It was a wonderful...

It was a wonderful introduction to the city. Our guide pointed out prominent sites & it was just the right amount of information; not overwhelming, but sufficient. His driving ability was superb as it was a very busy time in the city. I think any first-time visitor to Zurich would appreciate this tour.

Zurich: Guided Daytrip to Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen & Interlaken

Kerrie_C, May 2026

Zurich: Guided Daytrip to Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen & Interlaken

My husband and I took the Zurich: Guided Daytrip to Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen & Interlaken on April 21, 2026, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From start to finish, everything was well organized and thoughtfully executed. Our guides, Jean and Renate, were exceptional both knowledgeable and engaging, striking the perfect balance between sharing insights and giving us space to explore. Their energy and professionalism made the day even more enjoyable. A special mention to our driver, Jimmy, who expertly maneuvered the bus through the narrow, winding mountain roads with confidence and ease. His skill made what could have been a nerve-wracking drive feel completely comfortable and safe. Grindelwald was absolutely breathtaking, and the Mount First gondola ride is an absolute must. The views are nothing short of spectacular; easily the most beautiful scenery I have ever experienced. Lauterbrunnen’s valley and waterfalls felt like something out of a postcard, and Interlaken provided the perfect complement to the day. If you’re considering this tour, don’t overthink it, book it. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience some of Switzerland’s most iconic and stunning landscapes in a single day.

Mt Titlis Glacier Paradise Tour from Zurich With Lucerne

Ron_O, Dec 2025

Great guided tour - the views are amazing!

Great tour guide - Carsten - a giant personality to match a giant man!! The tour was great - informative along the drives, decent number of breaks. Great views and although you go on three gondolas to get to the top, they all felt safe and secure, even for someone with a fear of heights.