2 hours
E-voucher
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Overview
What do Einstein, James Joyce and Wagner have in common? All three were residents of Zurich. But it´s not only great minds who are captivated by this lakeside city with its well-preserved old town - people from all over the world have always flocked to the thriving metropolis.Go on a two-hour walk through the old town and find clues to the city´s past in its hidden alleyways and picturesque squares. Together with your guide, you will uncover the secrets of Bahnhofstrasse, find out what a "procession axis" is, and visit a church with a minute hand that jumps a record-breaking half-meter every minute. This popular tour is filled with numerous astonishing and amusing anecdotes and has plenty to offer both visitors and locals alike.
Operated by
Zürich Tourismus
Location
Meet your guide in front of the tourist office at Zurich Main Station.
Address
District 1, Zürich, Switzerland
Experience
Inclusions
- Guided walking tour
Venues
- Zurich Old Town
The Old Town of Zurich is one of the most charming city centers in Switzerland. It is characterized by historic, medieval architecture and narrow cobbled lanes. You can go shopping in the famous Langstrasse or relax with a cup of coffee and watch the crowds pass by. At nighttime, the center turns into the city's night-life epicenter with numerous bars and clubs.
Additional Information
- Infants (age 0-5) have free admission to the tour
- Explore the vibrant metropolis of Zurich during a guided walking tour.
- Holders of the Zürch Card can choose the reduced ticket option
- Discover the hidden alleys, nooks and oases of the old town
- During this walking tour, you will see Lindenhof, Fraumünster, Grossmünster, Niederdorf and more
- Hear anecdotes and stories from famous residents of the city such as Einstein, James Joyce and Wagner
- Please note that you will not visit any monuments from the inside (only from the outside)
- Learn about the "processional axis" and a "special minute hand"
- This is a bilingual tour and your guide will speak English and German
Guide Languages
English
German
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.