10 Days in Zurich: A Journey Through Art, Nature, and Culture

Eddy Almonte

16 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Zurich, Switzerland, where you'll immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene, explore breathtaking natural landscapes, and discover the rich cultural heritage of this enchanting city.

Trip to Zurich

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Artistic Delights at Kunsthaus Zürich and Quaibrücke

$75

Art museum with major European collections from 15th century to the present, plus temporary shows.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$75

7 - 10 min

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Dating from the late 1800s, this bridge over the Limmat has lanes for cars, pedestrians & trams.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 2Thrilling Sports at Dolder Sports and Breathtaking Views from Observation Deck B

$75

$ 20

Open when air temperatures are low, this ice skating rink is outdoors & often has a Christmas tree.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

24 - 29 min

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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

Day 3Wildlife Wonders at Zoo Zürich

$100

Opened in 1929, this popular attraction features more than 370 animal species in themed habitats.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$100

Day 4Tropical Paradise at Masoala Halle, Serenity at Irchel Park, and Historic Charm at St. Peter

$75

$ 40

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

22 - 27 min

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Landscaped nature area with a lake & meadows, plus sculptures by Swiss artists & outdoor grill pits.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Enduring parish featuring Romanesque & Gothic architecture & a large church clock.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 5Creative Vibes at Rote Fabrik and Relaxation at Strandbad Mythenquai

$ 20

A contemporary theater, arts & concert venue in a renovated red brick factory building.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Sandy swimming beach at Lake Zurich with diving boards, lawns, BBQs & a restaurant.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 6Majestic Panoramas from Uetliberg

$25

Small mountain with hiking trails to panoramas over Zürich, its lake & the Alps on clear days.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

Day 7Tranquility at the Old Botanical Garden and Arboretum Zürich

19th-century botanical garden with octagonal palm house & medicinal plant collection.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Tranquil lakeside park & botanical garden with picnic & swimming areas amid diverse tree species.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 8Swiss History at the National Museum and Architectural Marvels at Fraumünster Church

$100

$ 20

Displays on aspects of Switzerland's history, plus handicrafts, homewares & an armory tower.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$60

12 - 15 min

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Elegant church with a delicate, copper-topped spire, a crypt museum & stained glass by Marc Chagall.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$40

Day 9Botanical Beauty, Gothic Grandeur, and Riverside Serenity at the Botanical Garden, Grossmünster, and Platzspitz

$50

$ 40

University-run city garden with 3 tropical glass domes & a pond, plus guided tours & botany courses.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Iconic twin-towered Romanesque cathedral, where 1500s religious reformer Huldrych Zwingli preached.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

9 - 11 min

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Tree-lined regenerated park flanked by the city's two rivers, with an art deco gazebo for concerts.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 10Mind-Bending Illusions at WOW Museum and Serene Moments by Lake Zurich

$50

$ 20

Colorful rooms for taking wacky selfies, plus trick-of-the-eye versions of famous artworks.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$50

41 - 50 min

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A hot spot in the summer, this picturesque, large lake features boating, swimming & mountain views.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $708 In total

Activities & Food:$550

Transport:$158