Augustinergasse is one of Zürich’s most beautiful old, narrow streets with its many colorfully… more
Augustinergasse
8001 Zürich
8001 Zürich
Augustinergasse is one of Zürich’s most beautiful old, narrow streets with its many colorfully painted oriel windows. Among other things, the oriels were a way to keep an eye on who came to the door and so they were never situated directly over the front door, but rather built just to the side.
Augustinergasse connects bustling Bahnhofstrasse with the St. Peterhofstatt “oasis” in the picturesque Old Town.
Augustinergasse connects bustling Bahnhofstrasse with the St. Peterhofstatt “oasis” in the picturesque Old Town.
The Romans were here. Then came Goethe, Nietzsche and Dürrenmatt to top up their energy levels in… more
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.
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Oberer Bahnhofplatz 1
5401 Baden
+41 (0)56 200 87 87
info@baden.ag.ch
www.baden.ch
Station: Baden Hauptbahnhof
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5401 Baden
+41 (0)56 200 87 87
info@baden.ag.ch
www.baden.ch
Station: Baden Hauptbahnhof
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The world-famous shopping precinct was created following the construction of Zürich Main Station… more
The world-famous shopping precinct was created following the construction of Zürich Main Station on the very site where 150 years ago the city’s fortified moat was located. 1.4 kilometers in length, it connects Zürich Main Station to Lake Zürich. Department stores, boutiques and jewelry shops are strung together like pearls on a chain.
The further along Bahnhofstrasse you go in the direction of Lake Zürich, the more exclusive the shops become.
From Bahnhofstrasse, Rennweg and Augustinergasse lead to the picturesque old town.
The further along Bahnhofstrasse you go in the direction of Lake Zürich, the more exclusive the shops become.
From Bahnhofstrasse, Rennweg and Augustinergasse lead to the picturesque old town.
Bahnhofstrasse
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)43 243 90 00
info@bahnhofstrasse-zuerich.ch
www.bahnhofstrasse-zuerich.ch
Station: Bahnhofstrasse/Hauptbahnhof
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8001 Zürich
+41 (0)43 243 90 00
info@bahnhofstrasse-zuerich.ch
www.bahnhofstrasse-zuerich.ch
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The China Garden is located directly on the lake near Zürichhorn and was a gift from Zürich’s… more
The China Garden is located directly on the lake near Zürichhorn and was a gift from Zürich’s sister city Kunming in China. The present was an expression of gratitude for Zürich’s assistance in expanding the potable water facilities in Kunming. The park is one of the most beautiful Chinese gardens outside of China. In its center lies a pond with a small island, and pavilions and even a tiny pagoda stand on its shoreline.
Bellerivestrasse 144
8008 Zürich
+41 (0)44 380 31 51
www.chinagarten-zuerich.ch
Station: Chinagarten
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8008 Zürich
+41 (0)44 380 31 51
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Founded in 853 by King Louis the German, this church with its convent was inhabited by the female… more
Founded in 853 by King Louis the German, this church with its convent was inhabited by the female members of the aristocracy of Europe. The convent enjoyed the patronage of kings and the right to mint coins in Zürich until well into the 13th century. Ownership of the church and convent passed to the city of Zürich after the Reformation.
Important architectural features include the Romanesque choir and the high vaulted transept. The nave was last renovated in 1911, following on from work to heighten the north tower and remove the south tower in the 18th century.
In addition to the largest organ in the canton of Zürich (5,793 pipes), its most stunning jewels are the stained glass windows: those in the north transept are by Alberto Giacometti's cousin, Augusto (1945), the five-part cycle in the choir (1970) and the rosette in teh southern transept (1978) are by Marc Chagall. There is a series of frescos by Paul Bodmer in the cloister to mark the founding of the Fraumünster.
Important architectural features include the Romanesque choir and the high vaulted transept. The nave was last renovated in 1911, following on from work to heighten the north tower and remove the south tower in the 18th century.
In addition to the largest organ in the canton of Zürich (5,793 pipes), its most stunning jewels are the stained glass windows: those in the north transept are by Alberto Giacometti's cousin, Augusto (1945), the five-part cycle in the choir (1970) and the rosette in teh southern transept (1978) are by Marc Chagall. There is a series of frescos by Paul Bodmer in the cloister to mark the founding of the Fraumünster.
Stadthausquai 19
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 211 41 00
fraumuenster@zh.ref.ch
www.fraumuenster.ch
Station: Paradeplatz
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+41 (0)44 211 41 00
fraumuenster@zh.ref.ch
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According to legend, Charlemagne discovered the graves of the city's martyrs Felix and Regula and… more
According to legend, Charlemagne discovered the graves of the city's martyrs Felix and Regula and had a church built as a choristers' cloister on the spot. Construction work on the present building began around 1100.
In the first half of the 16th century, Grossmünster Church was the starting point of the Swiss-German Reformation led by Huldrych Zwingli and Heinrich Bullinger. The theological college then annexed to the cloister became the germinal cell of what is now the University of Zürich.
Worth visiting:
Church windows of Sigmar Polke
Romanesque crypt, Romanesque capitals in the church and cloister.
Choir window by Augusto Giacometti (1932),
bronze doors by Otto Münch (1935 and 1950),
Reformation Museum in the cloister (open Mon-Fri 9 am -6 pm, closed on weekends).
Opening hours of Grossmünster Church
March-October, 9 am -6 pm (Mon-Sat)
November-February, 10 am - 5 pm (Mon-Sat)
Sundays after the church service
Changes due to current events possible, so please call ahead to confirm.
Opening hours of the Karlsturm tower
March-October, 10 am -5 pm (Mon-Sat), Sundays 12:30 pm-5:30 pm
November-February, 10 am -4:30 pm (Mon-Sat), Sundays 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Changes due to current events possible, so please call ahead to confirm.
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In the first half of the 16th century, Grossmünster Church was the starting point of the Swiss-German Reformation led by Huldrych Zwingli and Heinrich Bullinger. The theological college then annexed to the cloister became the germinal cell of what is now the University of Zürich.
Worth visiting:
Church windows of Sigmar Polke
Romanesque crypt, Romanesque capitals in the church and cloister.
Choir window by Augusto Giacometti (1932),
bronze doors by Otto Münch (1935 and 1950),
Reformation Museum in the cloister (open Mon-Fri 9 am -6 pm, closed on weekends).
Opening hours of Grossmünster Church
March-October, 9 am -6 pm (Mon-Sat)
November-February, 10 am - 5 pm (Mon-Sat)
Sundays after the church service
Changes due to current events possible, so please call ahead to confirm.
Opening hours of the Karlsturm tower
March-October, 10 am -5 pm (Mon-Sat), Sundays 12:30 pm-5:30 pm
November-February, 10 am -4:30 pm (Mon-Sat), Sundays 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Changes due to current events possible, so please call ahead to confirm.
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- Public tours of the Grossmünster: At 11:30 am on the second Sunday of the month, there is a one-hour public tour of Grossmünster Church, including a visit to the cloister, starting at the main entrance. Language: German. The tour costs CHF 5.00 per person.
- Spiritual night-time tours of Grossmünster Church: At 10 pm on the last Friday of the month, there is a one-hour public tour of Grossmünster Church, during which visitors, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, will have an opportunity not only to discover the unique atmosphere of the church interior, but also to enjoy panoramic views of Zürich at night from the church tower.
The tour starts at the main entrance and is free of charge.
Grossmünsterplatz
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 252 59 49
www.grossmuenster.ch
Station: Rathaus
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+41 (0)44 252 59 49
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The Kunsthaus Zürich (Museum of Fine Art) houses the most important collection of modern art in… more
The Kunsthaus Zürich (Museum of Fine Art) houses the most important collection of modern art in Zürich and is renowned for both its permanent art collection and its temporary exhibitions. International works of significance include many paintings by Edvard Munch, Van Gogh, Picasso, and leading Expressionists. There is also a significant group of works by Claude Monet and Marc Chagall. In addition to modern artistic trends represented by Rothko, Merz, Twombly, Beuys, Bacon, and Baselitz, visitors can discover a wide choice of pop-art works. An audio guide gives background information on 200 “highlights” of the collection.
ZürichCARD: No reduction on special exhibitions
Heimplatz 1
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 253 84 84
info@kunsthaus.ch
www.kunsthaus.ch
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+41 (0)44 253 84 84
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Lake Zürich: pure enjoyment by the water
The region around Lake Zürich is a natural paradise. Sports enthusiasts can discover this diverse… more
Lake Zürich: pure enjoyment by the water
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.
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Hintergasse 16
8640 Rapperswil
+41 (0) 848 811 500
info@zuerichsee.ch
www.zuerichsee.ch
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8640 Rapperswil
+41 (0) 848 811 500
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The grassy park areas along the lakeshore are a hive of activity during the summer months. A… more
Bellevue
8001 Zürich
8001 Zürich
The grassy park areas along the lakeshore are a hive of activity during the summer months. A popular meeting place for inline skaters, sunbathers, jewelry vendors and street artists.
Limmatquai is the street in Zürich's Old Town that connects Bellevue and Central along the… more
8001 Zürich
Limmatquai is the street in Zürich's Old Town that connects Bellevue and Central along the right-hand waterfront of the Limmat River. It passes by Grossmünster Church, the Water Church as well as many of Zürich's guildhalls and the Rathaus, Zürich's city hall building.
8001 Zürich
Station: Central/Rudolf-Brun-Brücke/Rathaus/Helmhaus/Bellevue
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This spot provides a glorious view of the Old Town, Grossmünster Church, City Hall, the Limmat… more
Lindenhof
8001 Zürich
8001 Zürich
This spot provides a glorious view of the Old Town, Grossmünster Church, City Hall, the Limmat river, the university and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology. Lindenhof was also the scene of numerous historical events.
In the 4th century, a Roman fort stood on Lindenhof. It served as protection for the occupying Roman forces as well as the local population in the event of attacks by the Alemanni.
In the 9th century, the grandson of Charlemagne built a regal palace as a residence on this site.
This area continued to be a place for gatherings for Zürich’s inhabitants right up to the beginning of the modern era. For example, the oath sealing the Helvetic Constitution was taken on Lindenhof in 1798.
Today, Lindenhof is a haven of peace and tranquility in the heart of the city and a meeting point for passionate chess players.
In the 4th century, a Roman fort stood on Lindenhof. It served as protection for the occupying Roman forces as well as the local population in the event of attacks by the Alemanni.
In the 9th century, the grandson of Charlemagne built a regal palace as a residence on this site.
This area continued to be a place for gatherings for Zürich’s inhabitants right up to the beginning of the modern era. For example, the oath sealing the Helvetic Constitution was taken on Lindenhof in 1798.
Today, Lindenhof is a haven of peace and tranquility in the heart of the city and a meeting point for passionate chess players.
The themes of this museum are design, visual communication, shaping of the environment, art,… more
The themes of this museum are design, visual communication, shaping of the environment, art, architecture, everyday culture, photography and the media, as well as cataloguing new developments. The program includes various special exhibitions supplemented by numerous events.
As a partner of the Zurich University of the Arts, the museum is also important for artistic education. The museum houses four important collections (Design, Graphics, Art Collections, Posters) and a specialist library open to the public.
As a partner of the Zurich University of the Arts, the museum is also important for artistic education. The museum houses four important collections (Design, Graphics, Art Collections, Posters) and a specialist library open to the public.
Ausstellungsstrasse 60
8005 Zürich
+41 (0)43 446 67 67
welcome@museum-gestaltung.ch
www.museum-gestaltung.ch
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+41 (0)43 446 67 67
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The Rietberg Museum in Zürich is the only art museum for non-European cultures in Switzerland. It… more
The Rietberg Museum in Zürich is the only art museum for non-European cultures in Switzerland. It possesses an internationally renowned collection of works from Asia, Africa, America and Oceania.
By presenting works of art, the museum seeks not only to make visitors aware of the fascinating diversity of forms of artistic expression, but also to arouse their interest in and understanding of other cultures, ideologies and religions.
The architectural highpoint of the “Emerald”, as the new museum extension is called, is the glass pavilion, which merges perfectly with the existing buildings in one of Zürich’s most beautiful parks, the Rieterpark.
By presenting works of art, the museum seeks not only to make visitors aware of the fascinating diversity of forms of artistic expression, but also to arouse their interest in and understanding of other cultures, ideologies and religions.
The architectural highpoint of the “Emerald”, as the new museum extension is called, is the glass pavilion, which merges perfectly with the existing buildings in one of Zürich’s most beautiful parks, the Rieterpark.
Gablerstrasse 15
8002 Zürich
+41 (0)44 206 31 31
museum.rietberg@zuerich.ch
www.rietberg.ch
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+41 (0)44 206 31 31
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During the day this is a pedestrian zone and a shopper's paradise with lots of boutiques hidden… more
During the day this is a pedestrian zone and a shopper's paradise with lots of boutiques hidden away in a patchwork of alleys. At night the many bars, restaurants and street artists turn the Niederdorf into an exciting center of entertainment for a colorful public.
The Paradeplatz forms the heart of the Bahnhofstrasse and is an important tram junction. A regular… more
Paradeplatz
8001 Zürich
8001 Zürich
The Paradeplatz forms the heart of the Bahnhofstrasse and is an important tram junction. A regular cattle market was held here in the 18th century. It is now home to the offices of the major Swiss banks and has acquired a name for itself as the biggest money-handling center in Switzerland.
River swimming area Oberer Letten
The Flussbad Oberer Letten offers a 400-meter long swimming channel in the Limmat as well as a… more
River swimming area Oberer Letten
The Flussbad Oberer Letten offers a 400-meter long swimming channel in the Limmat as well as a 2-meter high diving board. Two beach volleyball grounds on the opposite side, petanque, as well as bookstands from the Pestalozzi Library Zürich round off the offer. And at the food kiosk, there are snacks and drinks to satisfy the appetite.
Lettensteg 10
8031 Zürich
+41 (0)44 362 92 00
Webseite Flussbad Oberer Letten
Station: Limmatplatz / Nordstrasse
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+41 (0)44 362 92 00
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In the 17th century, the most ambitious building project in Zürich’s history was realized against… more
Schanzengraben
8001 Zürich
8001 Zürich
In the 17th century, the most ambitious building project in Zürich’s history was realized against the backdrop of the Thirty Years’ War with the Baroque Schanzenstern, 1642-1678. The structure was a mighty fortification as well as an expression of power, and it represented the self-confidence of the city of Zürich.
Nowadays, however, the Schanzengraben is more reminiscent of a Venetian canal. It is a quiet area with a life all of its own. From here, six feet below normal road level, the hustle and bustle of the city appears very distant.
Nowadays, however, the Schanzengraben is more reminiscent of a Venetian canal. It is a quiet area with a life all of its own. From here, six feet below normal road level, the hustle and bustle of the city appears very distant.
With 750 seats, the “Pfauen” is the largest and oldest stage at the Schauspielhaus. During the war… more
With 750 seats, the “Pfauen” is the largest and oldest stage at the Schauspielhaus. During the war years, the theater experienced a revival and developed into a theater with an explicit anti-fascist direction and a critically chosen program of plays. Many immigrants and actors who were openly against national socialism joined the cast.
Today, the Schauspielhaus offers a diverse and exciting program and 20 to 30 premières each year.
Overview and online ticket orders of the current performances at the “Pfauen” theater stage.
Information about the “Pfauen” theater venue at the Zurich Schauspielhaus.
Theater can be enjoyed for less in Zürich on Mondays. The Zurich Schauspielhaus offers tickets for CHF 30.00 every Monday, as well as student tickets for as little as CHF 20.00 – for every category and at all the theater venues!
Today, the Schauspielhaus offers a diverse and exciting program and 20 to 30 premières each year.
Overview and online ticket orders of the current performances at the “Pfauen” theater stage.
Information about the “Pfauen” theater venue at the Zurich Schauspielhaus.
Theater can be enjoyed for less in Zürich on Mondays. The Zurich Schauspielhaus offers tickets for CHF 30.00 every Monday, as well as student tickets for as little as CHF 20.00 – for every category and at all the theater venues!
Discounted prices for seniors; reserve seating for wheelchairs at the theater box office.
(+41 (0) 44 258 77 77).
(+41 (0) 44 258 77 77).
Rämistrasse 34
8032 Zürich
+41 (0)44 265 58 58
theaterkasse@schauspielhaus.ch
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+41 (0)44 265 58 58
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The Zurich Schauspielhaus is the largest theater in Switzerland. Under the leadership of the… more
The Zurich Schauspielhaus is the largest theater in Switzerland. Under the leadership of the internationally renowned director Christoph Marthaler, the theater was voted “Theater of the Year” in 2002 and 2003.
Since 2000, the Zurich Schauspielhaus has been staging performances on three theater stages in the “Schiffbau” industrial building, where ships were once built. The stages are named the Schiffbauhalle, the Box and the Matchbox. These stages have achieved Europe-wide fame in just a short time since their creation.
The Moods Jazz Club and the trendy Restaurant LaSalle are also found at this location.
Overview and online ticket orders of the current performances at the Schiffbauhalle, Box und Matchbox theater stages.
Information about the “Schiffbau” theater venue at the Zurich Schauspielhaus.
Theater can be enjoyed for less in Zürich on Mondays:
The Zurich Schauspielhaus offers tickets for CHF 30.00 every Monday, as well as student tickets for as little as CHF 20.00 – for every category and at all the theater venues!
Since 2000, the Zurich Schauspielhaus has been staging performances on three theater stages in the “Schiffbau” industrial building, where ships were once built. The stages are named the Schiffbauhalle, the Box and the Matchbox. These stages have achieved Europe-wide fame in just a short time since their creation.
The Moods Jazz Club and the trendy Restaurant LaSalle are also found at this location.
Overview and online ticket orders of the current performances at the Schiffbauhalle, Box und Matchbox theater stages.
Information about the “Schiffbau” theater venue at the Zurich Schauspielhaus.
Theater can be enjoyed for less in Zürich on Mondays:
The Zurich Schauspielhaus offers tickets for CHF 30.00 every Monday, as well as student tickets for as little as CHF 20.00 – for every category and at all the theater venues!
Schiffbaustrasse 6
8005 Zürich
+41 (0)44 265 58 58
theaterkasse@schauspielhaus.ch
www.schauspielhaus.ch
Station: Technopark
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+41 (0)44 265 58 58
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The revival of Zürich West with galleries, restaurants and trendy nightspots began with the… more
Schiffbaustrasse 4
8005 Zürich
8005 Zürich
The revival of Zürich West with galleries, restaurants and trendy nightspots began with the opening of the Schiffbau in 2002. In a sophisticated blend of old and new, the historic shipbuilding halls in this trendy district have made room for a cultural center complete with theater performances in conjunction with the Schauspielhaus, a restaurant, the tower bar and a jazz club.
"Schipfe" is one of the oldest quarters of the city of Zurich. The name originates from the… more
"Schipfe" is one of the oldest quarters of the city of Zurich. The name originates from the nautical term "schupfen" (push) used by the fishermen to describe how they pushed their boats to and from the river bank. During the Middle Ages the Schipfe was the transfer point for essential merchandise, and from the 16th century became the headquarters of the silk industry, and the location of bathhouses and boatbuilding. Even today, the Schipfe is still the street of artisans where the craftspeople take the necessary time for their customers, providing expert advice and suggestions. Quality and custom-made pruducts are available in the small, romantic shops and workshops along the Limmat River. The Schipfe is an idyllic location to linger, shop and enjoy some good food.
The Sihlcity shopping and leisure center was built on the Sihl premises in 2007. From 1837 until… more
The Sihlcity shopping and leisure center was built on the Sihl premises in 2007. From 1837 until the first excavating machines started work in 2003, paper was produced at this site. A 213-foot brick chimney and three other buildings have been successfully integrated into this “city within a city” and they hearken back to the industrialization era when people worked 12 hours a day.
Today, Sihlcity displays a more easygoing side. Visitors can enjoy themselves at one of the restaurants or bars or in the “Asia Spa” wellness center with Japanese springs and a meditation pool. For a change of pace, there are also movie theaters and nightclubs to choose from.
Kalanderplatz 1
8045 Zürich
+41 (0)44 204 99 99
info@sihlcity.ch
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+41 (0)44 204 99 99
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St. Peter’s Church is adorned with the largest clock face in Europe. Its circumference measures… more
St. Peter’s Church is adorned with the largest clock face in Europe. Its circumference measures 28.5 feet. There are five bells dating from 1880 in the tower - the largest one weighs over six tons without its clapper.
From the Middle Ages until 1911, the church tower served as a fire lookout point.
St. Peter's is the oldest church in Zürich, and its origins go back to pre-900.
The city’s first mayor, Rudolf Brun, who was buried in 1360 in the choir of the church, acquired St. Peter's in 1345 with all the associated privileges (church tax) and obligations. He now has a grave and monument by the outer tower wall. The first reformed pastor, Leo Jud (1523-1542), was a friend of Zwingli and contributed to the first translation of the Bible in Zürich. J.C. Lavater (writer, physiognomist, friend of the young Goethe) was pastor from 1778-1801. His gravestone can be seen in the church wall, and there is a memorial to him in the church choir.
Architectural features
Tower: late Romanesque-Gothic
Choir: early 13th century
Nave: Baroque
From the Middle Ages until 1911, the church tower served as a fire lookout point.
St. Peter's is the oldest church in Zürich, and its origins go back to pre-900.
The city’s first mayor, Rudolf Brun, who was buried in 1360 in the choir of the church, acquired St. Peter's in 1345 with all the associated privileges (church tax) and obligations. He now has a grave and monument by the outer tower wall. The first reformed pastor, Leo Jud (1523-1542), was a friend of Zwingli and contributed to the first translation of the Bible in Zürich. J.C. Lavater (writer, physiognomist, friend of the young Goethe) was pastor from 1778-1801. His gravestone can be seen in the church wall, and there is a memorial to him in the church choir.
Architectural features
Tower: late Romanesque-Gothic
Choir: early 13th century
Nave: Baroque
The Swiss National Museum was built by Gustav Gull in 1898 in honor of the 50th anniversary of the… more
The Swiss National Museum was built by Gustav Gull in 1898 in honor of the 50th anniversary of the first federal constitution. The National Museum houses Switzerland's most comprehensive collection of artifacts pertaining to its cultural heritage. The more than 100-year-old museum building is reminiscent of a fairytale castle. Surrounded by towers, the courtyard is a unique venue for superlative events. The past comes to life indoors: How did earlier generations live, think and feel? Their material legacy - from handicrafts to ordinary everyday objects - provides us with answers from the prehistoric age right through to the present day. The National Museum also stages special exhibitions on topics relevant to society, thus offering temporary changes in perspective.
Current special exhibition: C’est la vie. Press photography since 1940
Book your ticket now online or at the Tourist Service at the Main Railway Station. Free admission with the city card ZürichCARD.
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Book your ticket now online or at the Tourist Service at the Main Railway Station. Free admission with the city card ZürichCARD.
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Museumstrasse 2
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 218 65 11
kanzlei@slm.admin.ch
www.landesmuseum.ch
Station: Bahnhofquai/Hauptbahnhof
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Experience the new Thermal Baths & Spa Zürich: swim through the hundred-year-old stone vaults of… more
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.
Brandschenkestrasse 150
8002 Zürich
+41 (0)44 205 96 50
info@thermalbad-zuerich.ch
www.thermalbad-zuerich.ch
Station: Hürlimannplatz
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8002 Zürich
+41 (0)44 205 96 50
info@thermalbad-zuerich.ch
www.thermalbad-zuerich.ch
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The excellent acoustics of the Tonhalle Zürich concert hall rank among the best in the world. The… more
The excellent acoustics of the Tonhalle Zürich concert hall rank among the best in the world. The large concert hall was built in 1895 and inaugurated in the presence of Johannes Brahms. It can seat up to 1455 concert-goers.
In recent years, the Tonhalle Orchestra has developed into one of Europe’s leading ensembles. Around 100 highly-motivated musicians and a committed and charismatic conductor (David Zinman, since 1995) present audiences with around 100 concerts every season with approximately 50 different programs.
Overview and online ticket orders for the current performances of the Tonhalle Orchestra Zürich: Concert schedule
In recent years, the Tonhalle Orchestra has developed into one of Europe’s leading ensembles. Around 100 highly-motivated musicians and a committed and charismatic conductor (David Zinman, since 1995) present audiences with around 100 concerts every season with approximately 50 different programs.
Overview and online ticket orders for the current performances of the Tonhalle Orchestra Zürich: Concert schedule
Admission is free for the people with disabilities; attendants must buy a concert ticket; four seats in the Large Hall (Stalls) and one seat in the Small Hall available; tickets only available at the boxoffice (+41 (0) 44 206 34 34).
Claridenstrasse 7
8002 Zürich
+41 (0)44 206 34 34
info@tonhalle.ch
www.tonhalle.ch
Station: Bürkliplatz
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8002 Zürich
+41 (0)44 206 34 34
info@tonhalle.ch
www.tonhalle.ch
Station: Bürkliplatz
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Life has returned to the area under the arches of the railway viaduct built in 1894 in Zürich… more
Life has returned to the area under the arches of the railway viaduct built in 1894 in Zürich West. A 550-yd-long urban meeting place invites you to stroll, shop, enjoy, eat and drink. A shopping paradise has been created under 36 viaduct arches. The colorful mix of delicatessens, studio galleries, sport and fashion boutiques is open to the public. At the heart of it all is the Market Hall where 20 farmers and food vendors from the area offer their wares.
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Winterthur: photographic capital
Winterthur houses 16 museums which are often located in romantic parks. The Oskar Reinhart… more
Winterthur: photographic capital
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.
> Stroll through the old town of Winterthur
Winterthur’s heart pulsates in the pedestrian zone of the picturesque Old Town – shops, restaurants, markets and festivals breathe life into the historic walls.
> Stroll through the old town of Winterthur
And it’s all just 20 minutes away from Zürich City.
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- Culinary hike in the Winterthur region
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Im Hauptbahnhof
8401 Winterthur
+41 (0)52 267 67 00
tourismus@win.ch
www.winterthur-tourismus.ch
Station: Winterthur HB
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8401 Winterthur
+41 (0)52 267 67 00
tourismus@win.ch
www.winterthur-tourismus.ch
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Zoo Zurich & Masoala Rainforest
Elephants, rhinos, penguins and 20 species of monkeys are just some of the animals on the… more
Zoo Zurich & Masoala Rainforest
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.
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.
Book your Zoo Zurich entry ticket online or at the Tourist Service at the Main Railway Station:
Possibility to hold events in the adjacent restaurant with a stunning view of the rainforest.
Book your Zoo Zurich entry ticket online or at the Tourist Service at the Main Railway Station:
- Adults: CHF 22
- Children (aged 6 - 16) / disabled: CHF 11
- Youth (aged 16 - 25): CHF 16
- Families (partner with own children, aged 6 - 16): CHF 60
- Special tickets for owners of a ZürichCARD (10 % discount)
Zürichbergstrasse 221
8044 Zürich
+41 (0)44 254 25 05
zoo@zoo.ch
www.zoo.ch
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8044 Zürich
+41 (0)44 254 25 05
zoo@zoo.ch
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Zug: combination of city and countryside
Zug is welcoming and full of attractions. The historic center features castles, towers,… more
Zug: combination of city and countryside
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.
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- Culinary hike in the Zug region
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Reisezentrum Zug
6304 Zug
+41 (0)41 723 68 00
tourism@zug.ch
www.zug-tourismus.ch
Station: Zug
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6304 Zug
+41 (0)41 723 68 00
tourism@zug.ch
www.zug-tourismus.ch
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A home for muses, a place for art The Zurich Opera House was the first Opera House in all of… more
A home for muses, a place for art
The Zurich Opera House was the first Opera House in all of Europe that had electric lighting. The neo-baroque theatre building in front of the Sechseläuten green space on the shore of Lake Zürich was built in 1891 upon 1,800 oak piles. The first opera performed there was Richard Wagner’s ‘Lohengrin’.
The history of the Zurich Opera House is full of highlights: Wilhelm Furtwängler started his career here, and Richard Wagner’s ‘Parsifal’ was performed here in 1913 – the first time it had ever been performed outside Bayreuth. Ferruccio Busoni, Paul Hindemith, Richard Strauss, Othmar Schoeck, Arthur Honegger, Frank Martin and other famous composers all influenced the development of Zürich’s musical and theatrical life.
The Zurich Opera House is considered one of the best venues in the world for opera. In more than 270 performances per season, such international singing stars as Anna Netrebko, Cecilia Bartoli or Jonas Kaufmann and many others can be experienced live at the Zurich Opera House.
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The Zurich Opera House was the first Opera House in all of Europe that had electric lighting. The neo-baroque theatre building in front of the Sechseläuten green space on the shore of Lake Zürich was built in 1891 upon 1,800 oak piles. The first opera performed there was Richard Wagner’s ‘Lohengrin’.
The history of the Zurich Opera House is full of highlights: Wilhelm Furtwängler started his career here, and Richard Wagner’s ‘Parsifal’ was performed here in 1913 – the first time it had ever been performed outside Bayreuth. Ferruccio Busoni, Paul Hindemith, Richard Strauss, Othmar Schoeck, Arthur Honegger, Frank Martin and other famous composers all influenced the development of Zürich’s musical and theatrical life.
The Zurich Opera House is considered one of the best venues in the world for opera. In more than 270 performances per season, such international singing stars as Anna Netrebko, Cecilia Bartoli or Jonas Kaufmann and many others can be experienced live at the Zurich Opera House.
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The Opera House as a tour operator
The Zurich Opera House has just come up with a very special service for culture lovers: it is the first European opera house to offer its guests from abroad a full service including an opera ticket, travel expenses (return journey by train with Deutsche Bahn or by plane on SWISS), the ZürichCARD and an overnight stay at a hotel. Those interested will be advised personally by employees of the Opera House.
Just give our friendly staff a call – they will be happy to help you:
Tel. +41 (0) 44 268 66 66
Email reisen@opernhaus.ch
www.opernhaus.ch
The Zurich Opera House has just come up with a very special service for culture lovers: it is the first European opera house to offer its guests from abroad a full service including an opera ticket, travel expenses (return journey by train with Deutsche Bahn or by plane on SWISS), the ZürichCARD and an overnight stay at a hotel. Those interested will be advised personally by employees of the Opera House.
Just give our friendly staff a call – they will be happy to help you:
Tel. +41 (0) 44 268 66 66
Email reisen@opernhaus.ch
www.opernhaus.ch
Four wheelchair places are available at every performance in price category IV. Escorts are entitled to a 50-percent reduction (price category I).
Falkenstrasse 1
8008 Zürich
+41 (0)44 268 64 00
info@opernhaus.ch
www.opernhaus.ch
Station: Opernhaus
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8008 Zürich
+41 (0)44 268 64 00
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The district that once witnessed the industrial revolution is today a focal point for gastronomy,… more
The district that once witnessed the industrial revolution is today a focal point for gastronomy, art, design, dance, culture, shopping and architecture. The factories have long since moved away, leaving behind them extensive industrial sites that still bear their names and vast expanses of space that creative minds have put to good use. Zürich West evokes a metropolitan feeling, linking worlds that could scarcely be more different. It is founded on the old, which in turn bears and shapes the new. It has retained the earthiness of its industrial background and merges it with the elegance of the modern-day leisure society. The city of Zürich tells its own, unique West Side Story.
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