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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
The most popular tour through Zurich´s historic old town offers fascinating insights into the city´s colorful history.
What do Einstein, James Joyce and Wagner have in common? All three were residents of Zurich. But it´s not only great minds who are captivated by this lakeside city with its well-preserved old town – people from all over the world have always flocked to the thriving metropolis.
On a two-hour walk through the old town, we go searching for clues to the city´s past in its hidden alleyways and picturesque squares. Together, we uncover the secrets of Bahnhofstrasse, find out what a "procession axis" is, and visit a church with a minute-hand that jumps a record-breaking half meter every minute.
This popular tour is filled with numerous astonishing and amusing anecdotes and has plenty to offer both visitors and locals alike.
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Explore quaint alleyways and discover hidden gems
Sightseeing in Zurich´s impressive old town
Tour guide with extensive knowledge
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
No entry to the Fraumünster Church
Departure Point
Hauptbahnhof, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
In front of the Tourist Information - inside the main train station, in the big hall
Hauptbahnhof, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland Anyone who has questions about Zurich, requires information about city tours and excursions, or would like some insider tips is at the right address at the Tourist Information in the main concourse of Zurich Main Station.
Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich, Switzerland You can find everything that your heart desires in Bahnhofstrasse: fashion, art and Zurich specialties attract local residents as well as visitors.
Lindenhofplatz, Zurich, Switzerland Lindenhof is an oasis at the heart of the city that looks back on a moving history. 10 minutes
Fraumunster Church, Zurich, Switzerland Fraumünster – a Church in the Old Town With Windows by Chagall and Giacometti
Niederdorf, Zurich, Switzerland Niederdorf is part of Zurich's old town – and the locals fondly refer to it as "Dörfli", meaning the entire Niederdorf and Oberdorf area that extends as far as Bellevue. Niederdorf is a pedestrian zone the same as Limmatquai, which runs parallel. During the day, the pedestrian zone and many stores, which are almost hidden in alleyways, entice you to shop. In the evening, Niederdorf changes into a nightlife district for a very varied public with its bars and street artists. 60 minutes
Grossmunster, Zurich, Switzerland The Grossmünster church is a landmark of Zurich. Legend has it that the church was built on the graves of the city's patron saints, Felix and Regula.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide (German & English)
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Truc_B
04 Nov 2024
Need specific meeting up place address or better directions than what is listed. My husband and I went to the wrong location and missed our tour because the walk back would have been too much in the rain which we had been at the meeting point for two hours or what we thought was the meeting point
Huyen_P
27 Oct 2024
It was a great way to know Zürich in such a short time, exploring the old quarter and learnt so much about the city. Our guide, Ms. Regula is very knowledgeable about the city.
David_K
27 Oct 2024
The guide was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed seeing details that we never would have appreciated, such as the cat ladder.
This tour in
Geneva
is organized by
Zurich Tourism
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