Tours
With the unique ‘Classic Trolley’, by boat and train – experience the beauty of the city of Zürich and region on these diverse city tours. Lakeside breeze and Alpine panorama included.
Bus Tours in Zürich
Zürich and Surroundings
This tour is for everyone who wants to combine culture with nature! First, you will get to see the… more
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Zürich and Surroundings
This tour is for everyone who wants to combine culture with nature! First, you will get to see the most beautiful sights in Zürich, such as the castle-like National Museum, the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse, historic Limmatquai, Zürich’s Opera House, St. Peter’s Church with Europe’s largest clock face, Lake Zürich (photo opportunity), the university quarter and Fraumünster Church (incl. thorough explanation of the famous Chagall windows).
Then a cable car will take you up to “Felsenegg”, a popular excursion point 2600 ft above sea level with gorgeous views of the city, Lake Zürich and the Alps.
In the bus once again, more highlights await you. Cross Lake Zürich with a ferry and travel back to Zürich with a passing view of lovely villas and gardens.
The tour ends at the Sihlquai bus parking lot near Zürich’s Main Railway Station.
Then a cable car will take you up to “Felsenegg”, a popular excursion point 2600 ft above sea level with gorgeous views of the city, Lake Zürich and the Alps.
In the bus once again, more highlights await you. Cross Lake Zürich with a ferry and travel back to Zürich with a passing view of lovely villas and gardens.
The tour ends at the Sihlquai bus parking lot near Zürich’s Main Railway Station.
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
2h, Hans Meier Tourist AG, Gray Line
The Zürich Trolley Experience - City Tour
Discover the sights of the city of Zürich on board the nostalgic “Classic Trolley” – a… more
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2h, Hans Meier Tourist AG, Gray Line
The Zürich Trolley Experience - City Tour
Discover the sights of the city of Zürich on board the nostalgic “Classic Trolley” – a one-of-a-kind experience in Switzerland!
The approx. 2-hour trip tours the business and financial center, Bahnhofstrasse, the most important museums, historic Limmatquai, Grossmünster Church, St. Peter’s Church with Europe’s largest clock face, Fraumünster Church with its famous Chagall windows, residential areas, the university district and Zürich’s finest views.
You will listen to informative commentary via earphones in the language of your choice (German, French, Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Japanese).
In summer, you can enjoy the city tour and get some fresh air, too, as the streetcar has open-air seats in the rear section.
The approx. 2-hour trip tours the business and financial center, Bahnhofstrasse, the most important museums, historic Limmatquai, Grossmünster Church, St. Peter’s Church with Europe’s largest clock face, Fraumünster Church with its famous Chagall windows, residential areas, the university district and Zürich’s finest views.
You will listen to informative commentary via earphones in the language of your choice (German, French, Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Japanese).
In summer, you can enjoy the city tour and get some fresh air, too, as the streetcar has open-air seats in the rear section.
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
2.25h, Best of Switzerland Tours
Zürich City Tour – The Best of Zürich
Discover Zürich during a two-hour guided tour in a comfortable, air-conditioned tour bus. The… more
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2.25h, Best of Switzerland Tours
Zürich City Tour – The Best of Zürich
Discover Zürich during a two-hour guided tour in a comfortable, air-conditioned tour bus.
The tour passes by the most important sights in the city of Zürich, such as the castle-like National Museum, the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse, historic Limmatquai, Zürich’s Opera House, St. Peter’s Church with Europe’s largest clock face and Lake Zürich (photo opportunity).
The tour also includes a ride with the cogwheel train up to the Zürichberg city quarter with its villas from a past era and the 5-star Dolder Grand hotel.
In the bus once again, more highlights await you. View the university and ETH Zürich and then make a stop in the Old Town to visit Fraumünster Church (incl. thorough explanation of the famous Chagall windows).
The tour ends here after a short introduction to the Old Town OR at the Sihlquai bus parking lot near Zürich’s Main Railway Station.
The tour passes by the most important sights in the city of Zürich, such as the castle-like National Museum, the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse, historic Limmatquai, Zürich’s Opera House, St. Peter’s Church with Europe’s largest clock face and Lake Zürich (photo opportunity).
The tour also includes a ride with the cogwheel train up to the Zürichberg city quarter with its villas from a past era and the 5-star Dolder Grand hotel.
In the bus once again, more highlights await you. View the university and ETH Zürich and then make a stop in the Old Town to visit Fraumünster Church (incl. thorough explanation of the famous Chagall windows).
The tour ends here after a short introduction to the Old Town OR at the Sihlquai bus parking lot near Zürich’s Main Railway Station.
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
Circle Tour - Zürich City Tour and boat cruise
Combine a city tour in a unique, nostalgic “Classic Trolley” with a 1.5-hour boat cruise on Lake… more
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Circle Tour - Zürich City Tour and boat cruise
Combine a city tour in a unique, nostalgic “Classic Trolley” with a 1.5-hour boat cruise on Lake Zürich.
After a tour past the most beautiful sights in Zürich with an informative commentary via earphones (German, French, Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Japanese), you board your boat at Bürkliplatz harbor.
Your 1.5-hour boat cruise (unaccompanied) on Lake Zürich begins here and takes you past lakeside villages, picturesque towns at the foot of vineyards and orchards, beaches and villas. Enjoy the lake breeze and the fantastic views of Zürich and the snow-covered Alps.
The boat cruise ends at Bürkliplatz harbor, not far from Bahnhofstrasse and the Old Town.
After a tour past the most beautiful sights in Zürich with an informative commentary via earphones (German, French, Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Japanese), you board your boat at Bürkliplatz harbor.
Your 1.5-hour boat cruise (unaccompanied) on Lake Zürich begins here and takes you past lakeside villages, picturesque towns at the foot of vineyards and orchards, beaches and villas. Enjoy the lake breeze and the fantastic views of Zürich and the snow-covered Alps.
The boat cruise ends at Bürkliplatz harbor, not far from Bahnhofstrasse and the Old Town.
Please note that during the winter season (October-March) a waiting period of up to one hour is possible between the end of the bus tour and the beginning of the boat trip.
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
Zürich City Tour and tour of the Uetliberg, Zürich’s local mountain
Combine a city tour in a unique, nostalgic “Classic Trolley” with an excursion to Uetliberg,… more
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Zürich City Tour and tour of the Uetliberg, Zürich’s local mountain
Combine a city tour in a unique, nostalgic “Classic Trolley” with an excursion to Uetliberg, Zürich’s local mountain.
After a tour past the most beautiful sights in Zürich with an informative commentary via earphones (German, French, Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Japanese ), enjoy a train ride up the Uetliberg to the “Top of Zürich”, 2850 ft above the city (unaccompanied).
A fabulous panorama view of the city, lake and the Alps awaits you here.
After a tour past the most beautiful sights in Zürich with an informative commentary via earphones (German, French, Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Japanese ), enjoy a train ride up the Uetliberg to the “Top of Zürich”, 2850 ft above the city (unaccompanied).
A fabulous panorama view of the city, lake and the Alps awaits you here.
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
The chocolate side of Zürich
Enjoy Zürich’s chocolate side. After a guided city tour through trendy «Zürich-West», traditional… more
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The chocolate side of Zürich
Enjoy Zürich’s chocolate side. After a guided city tour through trendy «Zürich-West», traditional residential areas, the university quarter and historic Limmatquai in Zürich’s Old Town, you will have the opportunity to purchase the best of Swiss chocolate when visiting the outlet store at the world-famous Lindt & Sprüngli chocolate factory.
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Enjoy a one-hour boat cruise on Lake Zürich (unaccompanied). The boat cruise ends at Zürich Bürkliplatz, not far from Bahnhofstrasse and the Old Town.
Winter:
The boat does not operate in winter, so the bus will bring you back to the Sihlquai bus parking lot at the end of the tour. Instead of a boat ride, you will be served hot chocolate, coffee or tea at the Gnüsserei gourmet restaurant.
Summer:
Enjoy a one-hour boat cruise on Lake Zürich (unaccompanied). The boat cruise ends at Zürich Bürkliplatz, not far from Bahnhofstrasse and the Old Town.
Winter:
The boat does not operate in winter, so the bus will bring you back to the Sihlquai bus parking lot at the end of the tour. Instead of a boat ride, you will be served hot chocolate, coffee or tea at the Gnüsserei gourmet restaurant.
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
Cityrama - The Great Tour of Zürich
This tour covers the Lake Zürich region. You will travel from Zürich to Rapperswil and then return… more
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Cityrama - The Great Tour of Zürich
This tour covers the Lake Zürich region. You will travel from Zürich to Rapperswil and then return on a boat to Zürich.
On an accompanied city tour, you will see the most beautiful of Zürich’s sights, including historic Limmatquai, Fraumünster Church with its famous Chagall windows, the business district and the university quarter.
After traveling along the elevated road with an impressive view of the Alps and Lake Zürich, you will continue to Rapperswil, the city of roses on Lake Zürich. You will discover the quaint Old Town of Rapperswil during a guided tour. Then, there will be time for wandering around before continuing on a 2-hour boat cruise on Lake Zürich (unaccompanied) back to Zürich-Bürkliplatz, arriving at 3:15 pm at the earliest.
During the winter months, the trip back to Zürich takes place on a modern suburban train that follows Zürich’s “Gold Coast”, a romantic lakeside route.
On an accompanied city tour, you will see the most beautiful of Zürich’s sights, including historic Limmatquai, Fraumünster Church with its famous Chagall windows, the business district and the university quarter.
After traveling along the elevated road with an impressive view of the Alps and Lake Zürich, you will continue to Rapperswil, the city of roses on Lake Zürich. You will discover the quaint Old Town of Rapperswil during a guided tour. Then, there will be time for wandering around before continuing on a 2-hour boat cruise on Lake Zürich (unaccompanied) back to Zürich-Bürkliplatz, arriving at 3:15 pm at the earliest.
During the winter months, the trip back to Zürich takes place on a modern suburban train that follows Zürich’s “Gold Coast”, a romantic lakeside route.
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
City Tour in your own bus for Groups / with a Private Guide
Enjoy a city tour in your own bus with a private tour guide from Zürich Tourism. Discover… more
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City Tour in your own bus for Groups / with a Private Guide
Enjoy a city tour in your own bus with a private tour guide from Zürich Tourism.
Discover Zürich’s outlying areas, such as the Zürich Enge residential and business district, Zürich’s lakeside area or «Zürichberg» with its beautiful villas and Zoo Zürich.
Coach rental and prices on request.
Enjoy before, during or after the tour a unique and delicious aperitif.
Discover Zürich’s outlying areas, such as the Zürich Enge residential and business district, Zürich’s lakeside area or «Zürichberg» with its beautiful villas and Zoo Zürich.
Coach rental and prices on request.
Enjoy before, during or after the tour a unique and delicious aperitif.
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
Group Offer / Private Guide
Stories of the Old Town & City Tour
Combine a city bus tour with a guided stroll through Zürich’s Old Town – both with a private guide… more
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Stories of the Old Town & City Tour
Combine a city bus tour with a guided stroll through Zürich’s Old Town – both with a private guide from Zürich Tourism.
Discover Zürich’s outlying areas in your own tour bus, followed by a tour of Zürich's Old Town on foot. Get to know Zürich’s past and present thanks to selected buildings, stories and anecdotes.
If you do not have your own bus with you, please ask us for reservation.
Enjoy a unique and delicious aperitif before, during or after the tour.
Discover Zürich’s outlying areas in your own tour bus, followed by a tour of Zürich's Old Town on foot. Get to know Zürich’s past and present thanks to selected buildings, stories and anecdotes.
If you do not have your own bus with you, please ask us for reservation.
Enjoy a unique and delicious aperitif before, during or after the tour.
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
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