Zurich Highlights Sightseeing Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Zurich's historic Old Town
- Stroll along Bahnhofstrasse shopping street
- Visit Zürichberg district for panoramic views
- Discover Grossmünster Church's architecture
- Learn about Zurich's rich history from guide
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided coach tour of Zurich's top attractions
- Visit to Zürichberg district with panoramic city views
- Expert local guide providing historical insights
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: Meet your tou guide at the Sihlquai Bus Station and start the journey through the vivid city of Zurich.
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.
Enjoy the view of picturesque Lake Zurich during a photo stop.
Pass by: Explore Zürich’s distinguished districts, where stately mansions from a bygone era reflect the city’s prosperous past. Experience the high standard of living on the edge of the popular Zürichberg recreational area, and enjoy panoramic views of the majestic Alps. Continue to the university quarter to see the renowned Kunsthaus Zürich art museum and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), before moving on to discover the atmosphere and architecture of Zürich’s charming Old Town.
Picture stop and guided walk through Zurich's Old Town (Altstadt), which dates back to medieval time. Admire the stately guild houses that reflect the city’s rich heritage, see the famous St. Peter’s Church with the largest clock face in Europe, and marvel at the stunning Chagall windows in the Fraumünster, one of Zurich’s most beloved landmarks.
Pass by: Wrap up your tour at Münsterhof, in the heart of Zurich’s Old Town, and say goodbye to your guide.
Only if option selected: After concluding the tour with your guide, explore the FIFA Museum independently. Discover the history of football through interactive exhibits, original artifacts, and engaging displays. Experience iconic moments from the world of football, learn about legendary players, and enjoy multimedia presentations that bring the sport’s rich heritage to life.
Meeting point
Start Location
Best of Switzerland Tours AG, Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure language proficiency
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Tour may be subject to change due to weather conditions
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for brief stops
- Bring a camera to capture scenic views
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Routing may be subject to change without prior notice due to construction or public events
- Guests visit the FIFA Museum independently after the tour (last admission at 17:30, opening hours on public holidays may vary). Tickets and directions are provided at check-in.
Traveler reviews
Excellent tour showing...
Excellent tour showing various areas of Zurich. Giada, our guide, was awesome. I recommend taking the city tour, which was part bus and part walking through old town, to get a feel for the city.
Not sure I would book this.
Our guide Bernadette was excellent, and knowledgeable, but we were the only 2 not doing the tour that included the lake cruise and chocolate tasting. They were not going to take us back to the starting point by bus, and suggested we take transit to return. We convinced the guide that we had paid for RT transportation, so the bus came back for us, but arrived 15 minutes after were had cut short the walking tour to meet the bus at the agreed on time and place.
Pretty much a bus ride
Basically a short bus ride around the city. It was worthwhile seeing some of the neighborhoods outside the main tourist area and hearing a bit of the history of Zürich
I don't really recommend this unless you are looking into Insurance Companies.
I wished to have learned more proper information about this tour, but the tour guide spoke more about insurance companies than the history. My mom ended up staying in the bus to sleep instead of joining the walking part of the tour after this realization. I, on the other hand, decided to just take pics at this point. Anyway, I was tight on schedule which was why I booked this one...
Zürich city tour
Very nice overview of Zurich for 1st time. Good value. Great leader and driver. Especially given how busy it was!!