7 Days in Zürich: Unveiling the City's Hidden Gems

Burhanudin

18 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Zürich and discover its captivating attractions, from lush parks to fascinating museums. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and be mesmerized by stunning views. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Switzerland!

Trip to Zürich

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Day 1Exploring Nature and Wildlife

$1123

$ 246

ibis Styles Zurich City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$313

11 - 14 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$350

5 - 6 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$100

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$360

Day 2Immerse in History and Relaxation

$910

$ 246

ibis Styles Zurich City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$188

14 - 21 min

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Riverfront swimming facility with a diving platform, volleyball & sun terraces near snacks & drinks.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Modern, unique park enclosed by a 17-m-high steel-framed trellis covered with climbing plants.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$270

12 - 15 min

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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$63

9 - 11 min

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

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$390

Day 3Gardens, Art, and Culinary Delights

$845

$ 344

ibis Styles Zurich City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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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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$63

12 - 15 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Simple outside bar with wood decking at lakeside resort, open in summer, serving BBQs & light bites.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$420

7 - 9 min

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Established in 1962, this sprawling park features magical realist sculptures by Bruno Weber.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$63

16 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$300

Day 4Lakeside Escapes and Cultural Exploration

$620

$ 197

ibis Styles Zurich City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Opened in 1886, this lake bath features a paddling pool & playground, plus a BBQ area & snack kiosk.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$250

7 - 10 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$100

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$270

Day 5Ancient Marvels and Illusions

$1018

$ 148

ibis Styles Zurich City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Greenhouses & outdoor gardens containing a wide variety of colorful & unique succulent plants.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$63

11 - 16 min

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Landscaped 19th-century park featuring rare coniferous trees, lawns, villas & playgrounds.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$380

8 - 12 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$150

14 - 17 min

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$125

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$300

Day 6Panoramic Views and Gastronomic Delights

$808

$ 148

ibis Styles Zurich City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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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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$125

20 - 24 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$260

5 - 8 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$63

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$360

Day 7Architectural Wonders and Cultural Delights

$1038

$ 99

ibis Styles Zurich City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 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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$188

5 - 8 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$420

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$430

Budget breakdown: $7784 In total

Activities & Food:$6360

Transport:$1424