The 15 best things to do in Zurich (2026)

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   1. Zurich Food Tour with 10 Local Delicacies, Cheeses & Chocolates

   Outty Ranking96

   Welcome to the Secret Food Tour in Zurich! Join us as we embark on a culinary adventure through the heart of this vibrant city, where you'll taste your way through the best local spots and discover the authentic flavours. Peak Performance at 96/100, 4.9/5 from 585 traveler reviews, 3.5h from €140, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Private, excellent guided tour of Zurich (from CHF 21/pers.)

   Outty Ranking93

   Perhaps the best experience you will have in Zurich. You don’t want to go on a tour with 40 other tourists, but you want to experience a private city tour that is exciting and humorous. Then you've come to the right plac. 90+ Club at 93/100, 5.0/5 from 317 traveler reviews, 1.5h from CHF 21, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   3. Zürich Historic District Tour

   Outty Ranking90

   Zurich has a beautiful, historic old town. Many of the buildings are several hundred years old. In small, private groups, we, two local residents, will guide you for about two hours through winding alleys and cosy square. 90+ Club at 90/100, 4.9/5 from 247 traveler reviews, 2h from CHF 33, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   4. Chocolate Walking Tour in Zurich

   Outty Ranking89

   The best chocolate experience in Switzerland! On this luxurious experience, step behind the scenes of the world’s finest chocolate boutiques, where quality meets craftsmanship. From exquisite tastings, more than 13 piece. Exceptional at 89/100, 5.0/5 from 125 traveler reviews, 2h from CHF 85, free cancellation.

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   5. Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich

   Outty Ranking88

   Embark on a spectacular Alpine journey from Zurich to the Top of Europe! Travel by coach through the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland's magnificent Jungfrau region, then hop aboard a cogwheel train and ride up to Jungfrau. Exceptional at 88/100, 4.7/5 from 1,684 traveler reviews, 11.5h from CHF 145, free cancellation.

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   6. Zurich Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen Lungern Interlaken Semi Private

   Outty Ranking88

   Swiss Alps in Small Groups Discover the Swiss Alps in a unique and authentic way. We travel in comfortable vans for up to 8 passengers, accessing corners that buses cannot reach. Enjoy lakes, waterfalls, story village. Exceptional at 88/100, 4.7/5 from 465 traveler reviews, 10h from CHF 150, free cancellation.

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   7. Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car

   Outty Ranking88

   Are you ready for a perfect mix of city, lake, and mountain? An authentic experience using walking and public transportation? Stunning viewpoints and hidden local spots? This WALKING TOUR is for you! It begins with a ref. Exceptional at 88/100, 4.9/5 from 795 traveler reviews, 6h from CHF 65.

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   8. Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Half-Day Tour from Zurich

   Outty Ranking87

   Visit the magnificent Rhine Falls and the pretty village of Stein am Rhein on this 5-hour trip from Zurich. With a guide, you'll travel along part of the Grand Tour of Switzerland, passing through gently rolling vineyard. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.6/5 from 856 traveler reviews, 5.3h from CHF 35, free cancellation.

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   9. Jungfraujoch Day Trip from Zurich: Swiss Alps & Bernese Oberland

   Outty Ranking86

   Sure to be a highlight of your Switzerland vacation, this day trip from Zurich takes you into the Swiss Alps. Discover Jungfraujoch, one of the highest points in Europe, travel by coach with a multilingual guide through. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.6/5 from 1,515 traveler reviews, 12h from CHF 133, free cancellation.

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    10. 3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg

    Outty Ranking86

    Discover the magic of Zurich on an adventure designed to let you experience the city like a local. We begin with a guided walking tour through Zurich’s charming Old Town. After a quick lunch we glide across the sparklin. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.9/5 from 340 traveler reviews, 6h from CHF 65.

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    11. Mt Pilatus and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich With Lake Cruise

    Outty Ranking85

    For a full day of alpine summer splendor, make for the mountains on this guided roundtrip from Zurich to central Switzerland's Mount Pilatus. Your full-day guided tour includes a gondola and aerial cable car ride, the wo. Exceptional at 85/100, 4.6/5 from 776 traveler reviews, 10h from CHF 85, free cancellation.

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    12. Mt Titlis Glacier Paradise Tour from Zurich With Lucerne

    Outty Ranking84

    This is an adventure excursion to the highest vantage point in central Switzerland! A pleasant ride on a comfortable deluxe motor coach takes us to the mountain resort of Engelberg in central Switzerland, where we board. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.7/5 from 190 traveler reviews, 9h from CHF 90, free cancellation.

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    13. Zurich Old Town Walking Tour

    Outty Ranking84

    The most popular tour through Zurich´s historic old town offers fascinating insights into the city´s colorful history. What do Einstein, James Joyce and Wagner have in common? All three were residents of Zurich. But it´. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.5/5 from 518 traveler reviews, 2h from CHF 13, free cancellation.

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    14. Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich

    Outty Ranking84

    Witness breathtaking snowy mountain landscapes on this day trip from Zurich to Mount Titlis. First, your guide points out some top Lucerne attractions on a short orientation drive through the city, followed by some free. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.5/5 from 2,024 traveler reviews, 10h from CHF 83, free cancellation.

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    15. Zurich Adventure : Walking tour, Lake Cruise and Cable Car

    Outty Ranking84

    This is not a typical city tour — it’s a complete Zurich experience designed to feel almost like a private tour. With small groups, you won’t be rushed or lost in the crowd. Instead, you’ll explore Zurich at a relaxed p. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.9/5 from 78 traveler reviews, 6h from CHF 43, free cancellation.

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