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What to see in Zurich
Zurich Attractions
Brimming with attractions and sightseeing opportunities to suit
every kind of traveller, Zurich has wonderful monuments, museums
and churches to explore.
Wander through the cobblestone streets of Niederhof and enjoy a
light meal or cup of coffee while being entertained by the street
performers and buskers. Culture vultures will love the Swiss
National Museum, the Fine Arts Museum and the Museum of Design
Zurich and children of all ages will love the Zurich Zoo, where
endangered species such as snow leopards and red pandas can be
seen.
Visitors keen on doing a lot of sightseeing in Zurich should
purchase the Zurich Tourist Card, which includes access to
transport services of Zurich Public Transport and offers free
admission to over 40 museums, reduced admission to the zoo, a
complimentary welcome drink in over 20 restaurants and a number of
other benefits. The card can be bought for 20CHF for 24 hours or
40CHF for 72 hours.
Centre Le Corbusier
The final work of the renowned Swiss architect who pioneered modernism and laid the foundation for Bauhaus, the Centre…
Fraumünster Church
Of the church spires that characterise Zurich’s skyline, the thin blue spire of Fraumünster is the most graceful.…
Kunsthaus Zurich (Fine Arts Museum)
Devoted for the most part to 19th and 20th century artwork, the Kunsthaus Zurich (Zurich Fine Arts Museum) is a cultural…
Museum of Design Zurich
Known for sophisticated designs such as the internationally recognised symbol of the Red Cross, it is no wonder that…
Niederdorf
Situated in the old town, across from central station, the narrow lanes of Niederdorf wind through towering 14th century…
Polybahn and Rigiblick Funiculars
Trains, buses, trams and bikes are common ways of getting around Zurich. To get above the bustling streets and cobbled…
Swiss Alps
The Alps contain some of Switzerland's most dramatic landscapes, in a country already well endowed with spectacular scenery…
Swiss National Museum
A fascinating exploration of Swiss national history, the Swiss National Museum has an impressive and varied collection…
Zurich Zoo
Unlike the dubious reputation of zoos worldwide, the Zurich Zoo is refreshingly dedicated to nature conservation, maintaining…
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