Discover the Magic of Zürich: A 5-Day Adventure

Sangeetha Radhakrishnan

17 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the enchanting city of Zürich. Explore stunning parks, fascinating museums, iconic landmarks, and more!

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Viator

Day 1

$75

$ 15

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Lending library with a large international collection, plus work spaces, events & exhibitions.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$56

5 - 8 min

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$19

Day 2

$113

$ 15

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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$94

13 - 20 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$19

Day 3

$180

$ 15

Showcase of aviation history with more than 40 aircraft on display, plus interpretive information.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

20 - 24 min

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Natural history museum with 2 floors of exhibits, including animal models & interactive displays.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

5 - 8 min

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Contemporary, multi-level earth science museum with geology exhibits & an earthquake simulator.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$19

8 - 11 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$56

13 - 20 min

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Modern art museum in a former power station, exhibiting concrete, constructivist & conceptual art.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$45

Day 4

$94

$ 45

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

15 - 18 min

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Popular waterfront park featuring a swimming area, play equipment & restaurants in a lush setting.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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A towering chocolate fountain, museum exhibits on production & hands-on workshops with chocolatiers.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$56

Day 5

$83

$ 15

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

16 - 20 min

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Non-European artworks displayed within a 19th-century villa & landmark modern extension.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$45

10 - 15 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $647 In total

Activities & Food:$544

Transport:$104