Zurich Day Tours - Visit Zurich Today!

There is a lot to love about Zurich, Switzerland – from its vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage to its bustling modern lifestyle, there is a lot for everyone to enjoy! Beyond being the Swiss capital for chocolate and fine watches, Zurich offers you a well organized way to explore aspects of the city via one of our tours as well as by yourself…

We highlight recommend to get the best Zurich experience, it’s best to join one of our day-tours for the quality aspect of getting to know the city uniquely, followed by a few days exploring the city via its excellent public transportation system e.g. buses, trams, and trains, which makes it easy to get around the city.

On the other days, you can easily enjoy Zurich’s beautiful natural scenery, go out for a long walk along the lake or hike to the nearby mountains. Without a doubt, there are many outdoor opportunities for everyone e.g., hiking, cycling, swimming, and skiing. However, if you prefer to stay in town, Zurich is indeed shopper’s paradise will all its high-end boutiques, designer stores, and local markets! 

As for absorbing the local vibes, Zurich offers plenty of excellent restaurants, cafes, bars, and clubs catering to a range of tastes and budgets. You can event see if there are any cultural events that you can enjoy e.g. music festivals, art exhibitions, and theater performances. Or if you are into sports, Zurich has several professional sports teams – football (soccer), ice hockey, and even basketball! There are also many sports clubs and facilities throughout the city, so if you need to hit the gym after some fantastic meals and all the fine Swiss chocolates, you can.

Simply Zurich’s city life is a wonderful blend of old-world charm and modern conveniences – the best of both worlds that offers everyone a good mixing of outdoor activities, shopping, dining, and culture.

Now for the museum lovers, Zurich is home to many excellent museums, each with its own unique collection and focus. Indeed it gets complicated when just trying to narrow-down the selection as it depends on your personal interests…. nevertheless this selection will definitely “get the ball rolling”:

1. Kunsthaus Zurich: The Kunsthaus Zurich is one of Switzerland’s most important art museums. It houses an extensive collection of works by Swiss and international artists from the 13th century to the present day, and it is particularly known for its collection of Swiss modern art.

2. Swiss National Museum: The Swiss National Museum is located in a historic castle in Zurich, so if you wanted to visit a Swiss castle and a museum – this satisfies both! The Swiss National Museum showcases Swiss history and culture from prehistoric times to the present day as well as its exhibits e.g., traditional costumes, weapons, and furniture.

3. Museum Rietberg: The Museum Rietberg is dedicated to non-European art and culture that spans a collection that focuses on Asian, African, and Oceanic art. Today, its collection includes over 30,000 objects – that includes textiles, sculptures, and paintings.

4. FIFA World Football Museum: For all you football lovers! Zurich is home to the FIFA World Football Museum that showcases interactive exhibits, multimedia installations, as well as memorabilia from some of the sport’s greatest players and teams.

5. Zoological Museum: This Zoological Museum is part of the University of Zurich, with its exhibits focusing on the diversity of animal life, including specimens from all over the world.

All of these museums are highly regarded, and they all have something truly unique to offer… So if you are looking for the best museum, then I hope that this list will help you in your research to find the one that best matches your preferences.