10 Days in Zurich: A Journey Through Nature and Culture

Linoska I. Pérez Peñaloza

16 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Zurich, Switzerland, where you'll discover stunning parks, picturesque lakes, and vibrant cultural attractions. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Quaibrücke, Seebad Utoquai, and Chinagarten Zürich. Explore the wonders of Zürichhorn and Dolder Sports. Indulge in the tranquility of Botanical Garden, Cabaret Voltaire, and Flussbad Oberer Letten. Get up close with wildlife at Zoo Zürich and relax at Strandbad Tiefenbrunnen. Uncover hidden gems like Old Botanical Garden, Platzspitz, and MFO Park. Experience the serenity of Irchel Park, Arboretum Zürich, and Enge Swimming Area Bar. Dive into the refreshing waters of Lake Zurich, Strandbad Mythenquai, and Sukkulenten-Sammlung Zürich. Discover artistic wonders at Rote Fabrik and Bruno Weber Park. Get in touch with nature at Wildnispark Zürich Langenberg and enjoy breathtaking views from Uetliberg Lookout Tower. Conclude your journey with a visit to Uetliberg and Rieterpark.

Trip to Zurich

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Exploring the Beauty of Quaibrücke, Seebad Utoquai, and Chinagarten Zürich

$25

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Hip 19th-century lake bathing house with pools, gender-separated sun decks & a restaurant.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Tranquil lakeside garden featuring Chinese-style pavilions, bridges & landscaping around a pond.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

Day 2Discovering the Wonders of Zürichhorn and Dolder Sports

$50

$ 20

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

15 - 18 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

Day 3Immerse in Tranquility at Botanical Garden, Cabaret Voltaire, and Flussbad Oberer Letten

$35

$ 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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Avant-garde art exhibits, live jazz, plus a hip cafe/bar in the spiritual & quirky home of Dadaism.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$35

13 - 16 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Wildlife Encounters at Zoo Zürich and Relaxation at Strandbad Tiefenbrunnen

$100

$ 20

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

18 - 22 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 - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Unveiling Hidden Gems at Old Botanical Garden, Platzspitz, and MFO Park

$ 40

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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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

14 - 17 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Serenity and Nature at Irchel Park, Arboretum Zürich, and Enge Swimming Area Bar

$ 20

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

13 - 16 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

2 - 3 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Dive into Refreshing Waters of Lake Zurich, Strandbad Mythenquai, and Sukkulenten-Sammlung Zürich

$25

$ 20

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

41 - 50 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$25

Day 8Artistic Wonders at Rote Fabrik and Bruno Weber Park

$25

$ 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

29 - 35 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

Day 9Connecting with Nature at Wildnispark Zürich Langenberg and Enjoying Breathtaking Views from Uetliberg Lookout Tower

$65

$ 20

Picturesque wilderness park with forest trails, BBQ facilities, a cafe & a wildlife area.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$40

14 - 17 min

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Landmark steel-truss tower with an open observation platform & panoramic views of Zurich & the Alps.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

Day 10Concluding the Journey with Uetliberg and Rieterpark

$25

$ 20

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

14 - 17 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $567 In total

Activities & Food:$350

Transport:$217