Relaxation and enjoyment directly at Zürich Airport. The Airport Fitness facility is located in the basement of Hotel Radisson Blu and offers a diverse range of wellness and fitness services. In the 2,000 m² elegant wellness oasis, a hamam, mixed sauna, ladies’ sauna, men’s sauna, as well as rest and relaxation areas with aquariums, water beds, and much more await you.
ZürichCARD special: Partial body massage (30 min.); 3-hour stay at Airport Fitness; free use of sauna and steam bath; aerobic, exercise and yoga classes: CHF 59 instead of CHF 94.
At Alpamare, ten adrenalin-producing slides with a total length of 1500 meters (1640 yards) produce an instant buzz.
The river swimming area Rio Mare and the indoor wave pool ensure exciting swimming for adults and children. Those in search of relaxation will not be disappointed by the Alpa thermal spring and the 36° degree iodine-brine pool, which is an exclusivity in Switzerland and helps to prevent and cure not only damaged discs or rheumatism. There are also Saunas, a Solarium, a large terrace with free deck chairs with a fantastic view, restaurants and more.
The Asian spa close to the Sihlcity shopping mall offers pure relaxation. Guests can recuperate from everyday life in five different saunas and steam baths, spacious oases of calm, a Hamam and a “onsen” pool. Asian and European massages as well as training machines and diverse range of courses enable visitors to forget their everyday cares.
The “Bächlihof” visitor farm is surrounded by green countryside close to Lake Zürich. The wonderful location and peaceful and natural atmosphere invite children and adults to stop off after a walk, during a bike tour, or just to enjoy some time there. The farm shop offers coffee, homemade cakes, and other delicacies.
The Romans were here. Then came Goethe, Nietzsche and Dürrenmatt to top up their energy levels in 47 ºC/116.6 ºF thermal waters. These gush forth from 18 springs and made this small town on the Limmat a lively resort. Nowadays, Baden offers a wide variety of attractions in well-tended urban green spaces, as well as international culture festivals, a diverse theatrical scene, relaxing wellness oases, and the Grand Casino.
And it’s all just 15 minutes away from Zürich City.
Baden possesses the richest mineral thermal springs in Switzerland. With a temperature of 116°F, healing water bubbles up from 18 sulfur springs and earned this lively town just outside of Zürich the reputation of an invigorating spa destination as far back as Roman times, when it was known as «Aquae Helveticae».
Today, Baden boasts the «Wellness Destination» seal of approval from the Swiss Tourism Association and offers extensive, top-quality wellness services. Immerse yourself in the world of relaxation!
Limmathof Baden AG: Wellness and fitness oasis, massages, Ayurveda, cosmetics and body beauty treatments at the Novum Spa as well as Roman baths at Schweizerhof
ThermalBaden: Indoor and outdoor pool with underwater massage jets, sitting and reclining baths
The city of Baden has met the standards set by the Swiss Tourism Association and received the «Wellness Destination» seal of approval with the agreement of the national Quality Control Commission.
And it’s all just 15 minutes away from Zürich City.
Car-free, traffic-jam-free, carefree… Braunwald
Step into the funicular railway from Linthal to Braunwald and you will be captivated by the high alpine mountain panorama. In summer, nature lovers enjoy a variety of hiking experiences. In winter, it’s a snow paradise on a sunny terrace in Glarus Canton for skiers, snowboarders, sledders and hikers.
Youngsters' eyes will light up at Schloss Lenzburg, a castle with knights and dragons, where kids can dress up as princes and princesses. During a theatrical tour of Schloss Habsburg, you will hear the “true” saga of the founding of this ancestral castle of the Habsburg family. On the Wildegg Castle estate, an array of rare plants awaits you. At the Wasserschloss Hallwyl moated castle in Seengen, you can take a journey back in time while exploring 11 themed exhibits.
You can also immerse yourself in the life of a Roman soldier by following the “Legionary Trail” at the Roman Adventure Park in Windisch near Brugg. Theatrical and themed tours, Roman food and Roman overnight accommodation invite you to explore and enjoy the nine original but brilliantly presented archaeological sites located just 20 minutes by train from Zürich Main Station.
Entertaining events for the public including a medieval market, dance and theater, and a “Roman Day” round off the activities offered at Museum Aargau.
The beautiful countryside around Einsiedeln lends itself to a wide range of sports and exercise in the fresh air. The world-famous Benedictine monastery in the town of Einsiedeln itself forms an imposing focal point and is a cultural center. Find out more about it on a guided tour of the monastery including a viewing of the unique foundation library.
In winter, 65 kilometers (40 miles) of well-kept pistes, great hiking trails and exciting sled runs await snow sports enthusiasts. Ultimate winter adventures with sled dogs provide enjoyable moments. In summer, be bewitched by our panoramic high-altitude and themed trails between Spitzmeilen and Lake Walen. The new FLOOMZER toboggan run is guaranteed to produce a rush of adrenalin.
With its pictures ranging from art to documentation of the ordinary, the Swiss Mecca of photography captivates not only hardened fans. Both contemporary and classical photography find a fascinating setting in the Museum of Photography.
And it’s all just 20 minutes away from Zürich City.
Experience and discover the museums of Winterthur with the Winterthur museum pass: CHF 20 for 1 day (excluding Technorama and Kyburg), CHF 30 for 2 days (excluding Kyburg). The museum pass is available at Winterthur Tourismus or at the museums.
Foxtrail – the most exciting scavenger hunt in Switzerland. Crack codes, solve riddles and follow trails on land, on water and all around the city. This is Foxtrail, the most intriguing way to explore a city. Thousands of companies, clubs, families and private groups have already hunted the wily fox. No team has ever caught him, but they have all had loads of fun trying. Now it’s your turn!
The Grand Casino Baden is the venue for a really special night out. With 25 gaming tables for roulette, blackjack and poker, plus over 300 slot machines, there’s no chance of boredom. The attractive range of services is complemented by daily poker contests, 5 great jackpots, and a team of staff who like to see guests play their best hand of cards. You can also enjoy seasonal delicacies in our stylish restaurant or on the spacious sun terrace, where our charming and attentive staff will look after your every need. The selection of dishes is as varied as the entertainment program with parties, themed days, and live concerts, as well as diverse arrangements at favorable terms.
Newcomers' Night
Every Friday and Saturday, casino newcomers can try their luck with no risk. The fun package for first-time visitors features:
Welcome drink
Explanations of the rules of roulette und black jack
Participation in raffles without stakes, but with attractive prizes
Please check the dress code and the Swiss legal conditions about the personal documents.
Would you like to combine your stay in Zürich with an unusual adventure?
HB-Adventure Switzerland offers exclusive premium adventures in the air, on water and on land. For example, you can experience a thrilling view from a hot-air balloon or enjoy an excursion on a sailing yacht.
Would you like to experience Zürich and Switzerland from a bird’s eye perspective? At Helikopterflug.ch you can book a tour or a VIP flight. An Alpine tour becomes a very special and romantic outing when combined with a glacier landing. Enjoy an aperitif in the middle of the breathtaking Swiss Alpine landscape.
Helikopterflug.ch flies to around 20 locations throughout all of Switzerland. The location in Zürich is near the Zürich-Kloten Airport.
The modern cable car transports visitors conveniently up to the Hoch-Ybrig region. In the summer, it is a hiker’s paradise in an idyllic landscape, in the winter an El Dorado for skiers and snowboarders.
Formed over thousands of years by calciferous springs, Baar’s “Höllgrotten” stalactite caves were discovered while mining for tuff stone at the end of the 19th century. Today, this magical underground kingdom is lit by electricity, and the caves are well connected with each other by paths.
Located in the wildly romantic Lorze ravine, rock formations in multiple color shades and mystical small lakes entrance adults and children alike.
Immerse yourself in the fairytale underground world of Höllgrotten caves.
Let the speed go to your head.... A chance for everyone to have a go at being a Formula 1 driver on this ¼-mile indoor go-kart track. All drivers are kitted out with overalls, helmet and gloves before lining up at the start!
Adventures for adults and children at «Jucker Farmart» Adventure Farm in Seegräben (S14/Bhf. Aathal) with its wonderful lake and mountain views offers a straw paradise for young guests, as well as a car-free farm atmosphere, a walk-in goat enclosure, and a nature playground. A pick-your-own area, seasonal delicacies from the farm kitchens and the annual pumpkin exhibition are just some of the highlights.
*Winner of Best of Swiss Gastro Awards 2012 - Activity*
Play and discover science in an exciting indoor space covering more than 7000 yd2. This is the biggest Edutainment Center in Switzerland for families with children younger than 12 years. By playing at different activities, children learn to manipulate, observe, analyse, exchange, experience...
Parents and teachers are welcome to accompany children on this expedition and to support their curiosity and willingness to learn. Of course, there are different kinds of activities and each one is suited to a specific age.
This zoo provides experiences to remember. Get close up to more than 300 animals while feeding, petting and observing them. Elephant, camel and pony rides, horse-drawn trams, fascinating performances by sea lions, animal parades, our adventure playground and the new meerkat home guarantee fun and adventure for kids!
Enjoy some special moments on a tour, or on one of the special cruises of the Lake Zürich Navigation Company:
Round Trips
During the summer months, the ZSG offers numerous short round trips (1.5 h), as well as long round trips (4 h) to Rapperswil every day. During the winter months, the timetable includes two short round trips, as well as a long round trip.
Special Cruises
Don’t miss out on a really special experience. Here’s a selection of the special cruises with catering facilities on board:
Cheese Fondue Cruise
Fondue Chinoise Cruise
Brunch Cruise
Dolce Vita Cruise
BBQ Cruise
For guests who enjoy some exercise after a fabulous meal, these cruises offer the ideal solution:
The region around Lake Zürich is a natural paradise. Sports enthusiasts can discover this diverse region by
hiking around the Lake Zürich Trail. There are numerous sights worth visiting and impressive natural attractions
along the route, as well as restaurants offering regional delicacies to be discovered. A boat trip on Lake
Zürich is essential for those who want to take it easy. A visit to the medieval town of Rapperswil with its
castle and Switzerland’s longest wooden bridge is also highly recommended.
And it’s all just 35 minutes away from Zürich City.
Lucerne offers a diverse range of attractions for everyone: an Old Town with historical houses decorated with frescoes, Chapel Bridge with its Water Tower, the Lion Monument & Glacier Garden, a lakefront promenade on Lake Lucerne, Europe’s largest transportation museum, an IMAX film theater, the Culture and Convention Center Lucerne (KKL) and numerous museums.
Kyburg Castle is perched high up above the river Töss. Kyburg is eastern Switzerland's most important feudal castle and now home to a lively, newly organized museum. Hear tales about knights and castle maidens, the local governor and his wife, the servants and the subjects. The torture chamber, medieval kitchen, armor, weaponry and newly restored chapel frescos dating from the 15th century all offer fascinating insights into life long ago.
In addition to being a car-free medieval town, Rapperswil, the city of roses, has a great deal to offer namely a lovely bathing resort, a castle, Knies children's zoo, and Switzerland’s longest wooden bridge.
At 500 feet wide and 75 feet high, with an average 21,000 cubic feet of water per second, the Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen are Europe's biggest – and a very spectacular sight. We recommend a boat tour in the falls basin over to Center Rock and further downriver.
New since 2010:
The new adventure trail with a double-elevator system and the Belvedere path provide easy access to the amazing natural spectacle of the Rhine Falls.
Spectacular adventure park for children and thrill-seekers.
Sea Life Konstanz in Constance, Germany, presents a fascinating underwater world contained in over 40 freshwater and saltwater aquariums holding a total of 660,000 liters of water. The highlight of the exhibition is the 26-ft-long acrylic tunnel in the middle of the Red Sea aquarium where black tip reef sharks, morays and tortoises swim over your head.
Since April 2010, there has also been an Antarctic connection at Sea Life Konstanz. At the new penguin facility, you can experience Gentoo penguins up close.
Millionaire overnight? Luck will decide when you try American roulette, Black Jack, Ultimate Texas Hold’em Poker, or the more than 150 slot machines here. Celebrate the excitement in the breathtaking atmosphere of an American frontier town at the Swiss Casinos Pfäffikon-Zürichsee.
Please check the dress code and the Swiss legal age and identity requirements.
Fun and games in a glamorous atmosphere filled with luck. Whether you try American roulette, Black Jack, Tropical Stud Poker, or one of the more than 100 slot machines, you will feel the excitement in the air at the Swiss Casinos Schaffhausen. Breathtaking nights and thrilling moments are guaranteed.
Please check the dress code and the Swiss legal age and identity requirements.
At the Technorama, the only science center in Switzerland, you can use all five senses to delve into natural and technological phenomena, and even discover some of their secrets. The exhibits are life-size, and the over 500 stations allow you to experiment with the real thing. As a result, not only parents and grandparents, but younger visitors as well, are guaranteed to have a “Eureka!” experience. The instructions at the stations are given in different languages, although the commentaries to the special shows are in German only.
And it’s all just 20 minutes away from Zürich City.
Experience and discover the museums of Winterthur with the Winterthur museum pass: CHF 20 for 1 day (excluding Technorama and Kyburg), CHF 30 for 2 days (excluding Kyburg). The museum pass is available at Winterthur Tourismus or at the museums.
The exhibition and accompanying infrastructure are wheelchair accessible. Because a large number of the experiments are interactive and can be touched and handled, Technorama is also suitable for the visually impaired.
With its toboggan run, leisure park and new rope park, the Atzmännig offers excitement and pure leisure enjoyment! Let the chairlift take the strain and travel up the mountain, where a restaurant, hiking routes and sensational views await you.
Experience the new Thermal Baths & Spa Zürich: swim through the hundred-year-old stone vaults of the former Hürlimann brewery right inside the mountain, or bathe in daylight, in the open-air rooftop pool, from where you can enjoy panoramic views of Zürich. The fresh thermal water gushes straight out of Zürich’s ‘Aqui’ source, allowing guests to benefit from valuable minerals and water temperatures of 95 to 106 degrees Fahrenheit. Choose from the Thermal Spa World or an Irish-Roman Spa Ritual. Immerse yourself and allow yourself to be carried off to another world and enchanted by the unique architecture and the inimitable building structure.
Travel with the first revolving aerial cable car at 3020 m (9900 ft) above sea level. Touch the snow and the eternal ice and be captivated by the light and sound atmosphere in the glacier grotto. Try out the easy-going chute equipment in the glacier park – fun is guaranteed! Come visit Titlis and treat yourself to the magnificent alpine panorama.
At Trampolino, countless attractions await in an area covering 4783 yd2: the largest indoor climbing wall in Switzerland, ten trampolines, a kids’ ferris wheel, bouncing castles, a climbing volcano with netting tunnels and much more. This is where kids aged 2 & up can play and romp in any kind of weather.
At 2850 feet above sea level, Uetliberg towers over the rooftops of Zürich.
The mountain affords an impressive panoramic view of the city, the lake and the Alps.
The Uetliberg is particularly popular in November, as its summit is often above the blanket of fog that can cover the city at this time of year. In the winter, the hiking trails to the summit are converted into sledding runs.
In summer, there’s plenty to discover on well-marked hiking routes, a mountain bike route, and on the Planet Trail.
This hour-and-a-half to two-hour walk from Uetliberg to Felsenegg (Adliswil) takes you on a fascinating tour through a model of our solar system.
Approach
The S10 service of the Sihltal Zürich Uetliberg Bahn SZU railway, Europe’s steepest normal-gauge adhesion railway, runs from Zürich Main Station to Uetliberg Station, a ten-minute walk from the summit.
Price for the 4-zone ticket:
Adults: CHF 16 / Children: CHF 8
Free ride with the ZürichCARD.
Further information at www.zvv.ch
Activities
You have the possibility of climbing to the top of Uetliberg mountain (approx. 1 hour):
The varied Denzlerweg leads almost straight up from Albisguetli (last stop on the number 13 tram line) to the summit.
Laternenweg also leads from Albisguetli slightly further westwards up to the ridge.
A woodland path leads up from Uitikon-Waldegg (car park) to the summit. This path has the smallest incline.
There is also a mountain bike route that begins at the television tower and takes bikers over 3.5 km and a difference in altitude of 350 m down to the Triemli SZU station.
Zürich Wilderness Park – in tune with nature. Observe elk, bears, wolves, wild boar, lynxes & co. in the Wildlife Park Zürich, Langenberg, as if they were in their natural habitat.
The Sihl Forest and surrounding forests form the largest continuous mixed deciduous forest in the Swiss Midlands.
The Visitor Center, close to the train station “Sihlwald”, is the gateway to the Sihl Forest. Visitors to the center will find a spacious exhibition hall with rotating exhibitions, a coffee shop, a souvenir boutique, a large choice of guided tours and information about the interactive forest trail.
This entertaining 2-hour interactive forest trail introduces both young and old to the fascinating wonder of nature and the forest.
Winterthur houses 16 museums which are often located in romantic parks. The Oskar Reinhart collections («Am Römerholz», «Am Stadtgarten»), the Villa Flora and the Art Museumhave achieved international fame. In addition, this city of culture is regarded as the European competence center for photography, thanks to the Photographic Museum and the Swiss Photographic Foundation.
Winterthur’s heart pulsates in the pedestrian zone of the picturesque Old Town – shops, restaurants, markets and festivals breathe life into the historic walls.
Elephants, rhinos, penguins and 20 species of monkeys are just some of the animals on the Zürichberg that will transport you into an exotic world – with all your senses.
Enjoy the sight of the snow leopards in their rocky Himalaya landscape, watch the Andean bears as they go climbing in search of food in their misty mountain world, and admire the giant turtles swimming in the Masoala Rainforest, where it is warm and humid all year round – a fragrant, tropical green oasis, a piece of Madagascar live on 13,000 square yards.
Explore the rainforest along a twisting path and gain insight into a typical rainforest dense with palms and inhabited by lemurs and turtles and discover sparse swamp areas with a myriad of brightly-colored frogs.
Possibility to hold events in the adjacent restaurant with a stunning view of the rainforest.
Zug is welcoming and full of attractions. The historic center features castles, towers, magnificent villas, and the Zytturm (clock tower), landmark of the city of the Kyburg. Numerous specialty restaurants delight the palate, and the two lakes invite visitors to take easy-going boat trips. The Höllgrotten caves are some of Switzerland’s most beautiful dripstone caves and a popular destination. Zug invites visitors to experience unforgettable moments.
And it’s all just 25 minutes away from Zürich City.
The landscape surrounding Lake Zurich is not only one of the world’s most prestigious areas to dwell, but in addition a greatly contrasting hikers’ paradise that cradles a multitude of pleasant surprises. The Zürichsee-Weg shows the versatile region at its best; passing historical towns and villages, castle parks, settlements with noble villas, unspoilt shorelines, extensive woods and wild, bubbling streams.
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