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Discover the Magic of Zürich: A 3-Day Adventure

Iulia - Andreea BADEA

Iulia - Andreea BADEA

5 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through Zürich, Switzerland. Explore stunning parks, iconic landmarks, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

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Day 1
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$38

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$ 30

Zürichhorn
Popular waterfront park featuring a swimming area, play equipment & restaurants in a lush setting.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Chinagarten Zürich
Tranquil lakeside garden featuring Chinese-style pavilions, bridges & landscaping around a pond.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
6 - 8 min

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Arboretum Zürich
Tranquil lakeside park & botanical garden with picnic & swimming areas amid diverse tree species.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Strandbad Mythenquai
Sandy swimming beach at Lake Zurich with diving boards, lawns, BBQs & a restaurant.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Uetliberg Lookout Tower
Landmark steel-truss tower with an open observation platform & panoramic views of Zurich & the Alps.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$19
Day 2
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$38

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$ 30

Uetliberg
Small mountain with hiking trails to panoramas over Zürich, its lake & the Alps on clear days.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
17 - 21 min

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Quaibrücke
Dating from the late 1800s, this bridge over the Limmat has lanes for cars, pedestrians & trams.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Grossmünster
Iconic twin-towered Romanesque cathedral, where 1500s religious reformer Huldrych Zwingli preached.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Dolder Sports
Open when air temperatures are low, this ice skating rink is outdoors & often has a Christmas tree.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$38

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$ 30

MFO Park
Modern, unique park enclosed by a 17-m-high steel-framed trellis covered with climbing plants.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Platzspitz
Tree-lined regenerated park flanked by the city's two rivers, with an art deco gazebo for concerts.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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WOW Museum - Room for Illusions
Colorful rooms for taking wacky selfies, plus trick-of-the-eye versions of famous artworks.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
11 - 16 min

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Old Botanical Garden
19th-century botanical garden with octagonal palm house & medicinal plant collection.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Paradeplatz
Imposing city square that's famous for being the center of Swiss banking operations.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
35 - 42 min

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Lake Zurich
A hot spot in the summer, this picturesque, large lake features boating, swimming & mountain views.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $201 In total

Activities & Food:$113
Transport:$89