Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour worth booking?
Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour is a 2-hour experience in Zurich, Switzerland, from $87 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (15)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $87 per person
Your expert guide will show you the city's highlights and hidden gems. On this walking tour you will be able to see a lot of places within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sights, your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. The focus of this tour is to see the city through the eyes of a local. This private tour can be customized according to your personal preferences. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. Therefore, the sightseeing points listed below in the itinerary are just an example of what is possible. Your guide can suggest other sightseeing points that better suit your interests. This tour has two options for guides: a local guide or a professional tour guide. Please be aware that a local guide does not have detailed historical knowledge. If profound knowledge is important to you, you should book the tour option with a professional tour guide.
What you get
About this experience
Your expert guide will show you the city's highlights and hidden gems. On this walking tour you will be able to see a lot of places within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sights, your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. The focus of this tour is to see the city through the eyes of a local. This private tour can be customized according to your personal preferences. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. Therefore, the sightseeing points listed below in the itinerary are just an example of what is possible. Your guide can suggest other sightseeing points that better suit your interests. This tour has two options for guides: a local guide or a professional tour guide. Please be aware that a local guide does not have detailed historical knowledge. If profound knowledge is important to you, you should book the tour option with a professional tour guide.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local tour guide (Swiss or expat) or professional tour guide (depending on your choice)
- Walking tour (fully customizable and private)
Not included
- Tickets for public transport (not necessary as it is a walking tour)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Lindenhof Hill
From Lindenhof Square, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the old town. It is an oasis of calm and peace in the city and worth a visit all year round.
5 minutes here
Munsterbrucke
The Münster bridge is one of the best spots in the city to take pictures. It connects the 2 cathedrals Grossmünster and Fraumünster and offers perfect views over the medieval guild houses and river Limmat.
5 minutes here
Paradeplatz
Paradeplatz is one of the main squares in the city and the financial heart of Switzerland. The Swiss banks UBS and Credit Suisse have their headquarter here. Here you can also shop for excellent Swiss chocolate at Confiserie Sprüngli.
5 minutes here
Grossmunster
The Grossmünster is a Romanesque-style Protestant church. It is the most famous building in Zürich and the major church. Admission to the church is free but you can climb the clocktower for a small entry fee from where you have breathtaking views over the city.
10 minutes here
Bellevue Square
The lakeside promenade at Bellevue is one of the best places in the city to enjoy the lake and feeding ducks. Especially in summer and spring many people come here to relax, run along the lake or swim.
5 minutes here
Sechselautenplatz
Sechseläutenplatz, located between Bellevue and the Zurich Opera House, combines tradition and modernity and is a place of relaxation. Here, young and old alike walk, sit and play on the square, which covers an area of 16,000 square metres and is made of Vals quartzite. The many trees, places to sit and water elements lend it an urban cosiness.
5 minutes here
Niederdorf
The old town district of the Niederdorf with its winding, car-free alleys, its emblematic Grossmünster church and its many small boutiques, antiquarian bookshops and craft studios, is a delight to explore both by day and in the evening.
10 minutes here
Predigergasse is one of the nicest alleys in the old town Niederdorf district. This alley is mostly missed by tourists because the entrance is hidden and narrow.
10 minutes here
Bibliothek Rechtswissenschaftliches Institut
The library of the law faculty (University of Zurich) is the most impressive library in Zurich. We will take the elevator to the top floor and admire the modern architecture by star architect Santiago Calatrava.
10 minutes here
The University of Zürich is the largest university in Switzerland, with its 28,000 enrolled students. It was founded in 1833 from the existing colleges of theology, law, medicine which go back to 1525, and a new faculty of philosophy. We will explore the main building which is one of the most impressive buildings in Zurich.
10 minutes here
Enjoy one of the best views over Zürich from the terrace of ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich). ETH Zurich is considered the best university in Switzerland, and we will explore the main building from the inside. Founded by the Swiss federal government in 1854, it was modelled on the École polytechnique in Paris, with the stated mission to educate engineers and scientists; the school focuses primarily on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, although its 16 departments span a variety of disciplines and subjects.
10 minutes here
The Zurich Polybahn is more than a symbol of nostalgia. Every year, the Polybahn transports more than two million people from Zurich Central Square to the ETH Polyterrasse and back again. The funicular railway is part of Zurich’s history.
10 minutes here
Augusto Giacometti Entrance Hall
This entrance hall at the police station was painted in the 1920s by Swiss painter Augusto Giacometti. It is an artwork of national importance.
5 minutes here
Zürich main station (HB Zürich) is the biggest railway station in Switzerland. Check out the spotless Swiss trains and get a feeling of why Swiss public transport is the best in the world.
5 minutes here
Bahnhofstrasse
Stretching for 1.4 kilometres from the main railway station to the lake, the Bahnhofstrasse is one of the most famous and also most expensive shopping streets in the world. Strung along it like pearls on a necklace are department stores, boutiques and jewellery shops; the further you stroll towards the lake, the more exclusive the shops become.
10 minutes here
Schanzengraben Canal
The Schanzengraben Canal is an oasis of tranquillity in the middle of the financial district. Often overlooked by tourists, it is a place where many locals hang out for picnics during lunchbreak. Ducks and fishes are easy to see.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Zurich
meet your guide at the meeting point at Zürich HB train station (meeting point is under the big railway clock at the ground floor of the train station)
Meeting point
Zurich
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 1 minutes before departure.
Ends at
meet your guide at the meeting point at Zürich HB train station (meeting point is under the big railway clock at the ground floor of the train station)
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
2-hour tour (with tour guide)
Duration: 2 hours: Shortest tour which allows to see the main highlights. This option is with a professional tour guide. Pickup included
2-hour tour (with local guide)
Duration: 2 hours: Shortest tour which allows to see the main highlights. This option is with a local guide (not a professional tour guide). Pickup included
4-hour tour (with local guide)
Duration: 4 hours: See the main sights and 3-4 hidden secrets. This option is with a local guide (not a professional tour guide). Pickup included
3-hour tour (with local guide)
Duration: 3 hours: See the main sights and 1-2 hidden secrets. This option is with a local guide (not a professional tour guide). Pickup included
3-hour tour (with tour guide)
Duration: 3 hours: See the main sights and 1-2 hidden secrets. This option is with a professional tour guide. Pickup included
5-hour tour (with local guide)
Duration: 5 hours: Book this option for a complete overview of the city. This option is with a local guide (not a professional tour guide). Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, vi, cmn, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Suisse Plus Travel
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fabulous tour with a personal touch!
We had very little time in Zurich and needed to maximize it. We did a private tour with Viktorya and she was amazing! The tour was very informative without being stuffy and she covered a lot of ground. We loved the history given, but also the personal side of the city. She also showed us photos and videos of different places we went in the city so we could see the events and celebrations that she spoke about in different seasons. We loved this! She did such a fantastic job! Highly recommend this!
via Viator
Terrific morning!
A great tour on a beautiful morning- Victoria is knowledgeable, friendly and even helped us plan our afternoon after the tour. Highly recommend!
via Viator
Very historical -too much so
Very historical… maybe too much so… a little information overload. Our guide was very nice and had good info to share.
via Viator
Highly recommended!
We booked a private Zurich walking tour and it was an amazing experience.Our guide Peter was highly knowledgeable ,pleasant and friendly.He kept us engaged through out the tour.We were late for the tour but Peter and company went extra mile to accommodate us.The tour tremendously helped us to utilise our limited time in Zurich.Our children loved FIFA museum,Lindt Museum and Old Town visit which we would not have been able to cover if Peter has not provided us an outline in our walking tour with him.Highly recommended.!
via Tripadvisor
Our tour guide, Peter,...
Our tour guide, Peter, was very friendly and seemed knowledgeable about Zurich, but he admitted, it was mostly from a business perspective and not so much historic or building focus, which was disappointing. He very much wanted to make our tour what we wanted, but he wasn't very organized and not at all as take charge as we are used to, as we are seasoned travelers who have used local tour guides extensively throughout Europe (Spain, Italy, Greece, Croatia, Portugal to mention a few). Even when we told him that we weren't interested in what he proposed, he still tried to get us to do that. This is the first Viator tour in which we have been disappointed. We were looking forward to learning all about Zurich after having spent 8 days traveling the country in another tour, and were disappointed. I don't think I can say whether or not I would recommend the tour to anyone else, I would suggest that you be sure your tour guide knows what you want to do/see and has an itineray set to make that happen.
Response from the operator: This is a tour with a local guide. You rented a local to accompany you, and this is the concept of all our tours. On such a tour, it is pretty normal that guides do not have serious knowledge about history. It is not a tour with a historian or specialized guide. Our price is very affordable for Swiss standards. Switzerland is a luxury destination. Your comparison with other (cheap) countries in Europe (Greece, Portugal, Croatia) is total unfair nonsense. Those countries have much lower living costs and salaries than Switzerland. The price of our tour is roughly the same as that of a professional guide in those countries. So, of course, in Switzerland you cannot expect the same level of service if you are paying this little. We are in Switzerland, not in Portugal! You claim to be a season traveller, yet you seem not to be understanding this. I do not appreciate that you made up something and blame the guide for pushing you to visit a certain place. The guide had no clue what you meant. You obviously had certain expectations of what you wanted to see and not. You have to communicate this clearly to the guide at the start of the tour. Otherwise, they will do the standard tour or show you what they think is interesting. You didn't communicate this clearly, and after the tour complained that you did not get to see everything you wanted. It is very unfair.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $87 to $290
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Suisse Plus Travel, who run 17 experiences we rank across 14 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.3.
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Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Zurich.
How much does Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour cost?
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Prices start at $87 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Zurich usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Zurich is not rushed.
Is Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Zurich, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Zurich can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Zurich and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Zurich within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Zurich?
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On Outty we rank every Zurich experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Zurich Food Tour with 10 Local Delicacies, Cheeses & Chocolates, Private, excellent guided tour of Zurich (from CHF 21/pers.), Zurich Historic District Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Zurich?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Zurich?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour?
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Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Local tour guide (Swiss or expat) or professional tour guide (depending on your choice); and Walking tour (fully customizable and private). Not included: Tickets for public transport (not necessary as it is a walking tour); and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 180 listed pickup locations in and around Zurich. Be ready about 1 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour offered in?
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It is offered in German, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Zurich. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour?
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Across 15 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Zurich Highlights Private Guided Tour?
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There are 6 options to choose from, including 2-hour tour (with tour guide), 2-hour tour (with local guide), 4-hour tour (with local guide), 3-hour tour (with local guide). Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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