Zurich City Highlights Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car Ride
FromCHF 58.26
4 hours
Zurich, Switzerland
About this activity
Discover Zurich's rich history and stunning landscapes on this guided tour, featuring the Old Town, Felsenegg cable car, and a scenic ferry ride on Lake Zurich.
Highlights
- Explore Zurich's historic Old Town
- Ride the Felsenegg cable car for panoramic views
- Enjoy a scenic ferry ride on Lake Zurich
- Visit landmarks like St. Peter's Church and Bahnhofstrasse
- Learn about Zurich's rich history and culture
Full description
Experience the best of Zurich on this comprehensive 4-hour tour. Begin with a guided exploration of the city's historic Old Town, where you'll visit landmarks such as St. Peter's Church and Bahnhofstrasse. Next, ascend the Felsenegg cable car for breathtaking panoramic views of Zurich and Lake Zurich. Conclude your journey with a relaxing ferry ride on Lake Zurich, soaking in the picturesque scenery. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, providing an unforgettable introduction to Zurich.
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Zurich's Old Town
- Felsenegg cable car ride
- Lake Zurich ferry ride
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
1
Pass by: Board a comfortable coach in central Zurich (Sihlquai Bus Station) to begin your city tour.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2
Pass by: Your guide will talk about the city's history and point out landmarks including the castle-like Swiss National Museum, the luxurious shopping street Bahnhofstrasse, and the renowned financial district.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3
Enjoy a brief stop at the picturesque Lake Zurich, then move on to the university quarter with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich) and Zurich's art museum.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
Pass by: 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. Look out for the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, whose most famous student and professor was Albert Einstein, and Zurich's art museum.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5
Take a stroll around Old Town (Altstadt) with your guide and see the houses of the guilds that once dominated the city's political and cultural life. Have your camera ready to take photos of the largest clock face in Europe -- located on St Peter's Church -- and the gorgeous stained-glass windows of Fraumünster Church designed by artist Marc Chagall.
Duration: 25 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6
Travel along the 'Gold Coast' to Meilen, where you will board the ferry to cross Lake Zurich to Horgen.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: YES
7
Continue your tour by traveling to Adliswil, where you'll take a cable car up 2,630 feet (800 meters) to Felsenegg, a popular viewpoint. Take in awe-inspiring views of the snow-capped Alps and the quaint towns along Lake Zurich.
Duration: 40 minAdmission: YES
8
Pass by: Your compact yet comprehensive tour of the highlights of Zurich and the surrounding countryside ends agian in central Zurich in the early evening.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
Best of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Confirm the tour's availability on your preferred date and time.
- Be aware that the tour involves walking and may include some uphill sections.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the Old Town tour.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning views from the cable car and ferry.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as the tour involves outdoor activities.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- 02–04.11.2026 | 11–15.01.2027 | 18–22.01.2027 | 25–29.01.2027 | 01–05.02.2027: Felsenegg cable car replaced by Dolder cogwheel train due to revision
- Routing may be subject to change without prior notice due to construction or public events
- Please wear comfortable shoes, as there will be a 5-minute walk with moderate uphill and downhill sections
Traveler reviews
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À Waste of a day
This « tour » is basically a transportation tour you have long bus rides a short ferry ride and a few minute crowded cable car ride. The sites are the end of these rides are mediocre at best. The guide does her best to provide interesting commentary but it doesn’t make up for the blah experience.
RobertS_SJul 1, 2026VIATOR
Best of Zurich
Marilyn was a great guide We loved the pace and variety of this tour
G3623UKjaynesJun 27, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Very nice guides, but the...
Very nice guides, but the tour itself and the picked location were okayish. Not much of Zurich to see at all. The view from the top was nice.
Pavel_AJun 21, 2026VIATOR
Very extensive tour of Zurich
This tour was very extensive. I felt like I saw alot of Zurick. The ferry was a nice was to get out on the lake. Overall I would definitely recommend this tour.
GARY_LJun 20, 2026VIATOR
Great value for money
Great value for money. Though zurich was expensjve this trip was value for money. Cable car and ferry rides were a great experience.
Padmanabhan_KJun 19, 2026VIATOR
Additional information
2 March - 10 April 2026: Felsenegg cable car replaced by Dolder cogwheel train due to revision
Routing may have to be amended due to construction work or public events without prior notice
Please wear comfortable shoes, as there will be a 5-minute walk with moderate uphill and downhill sections