One of the world's cleanest and most liveable cities, Zurich is known as a center for international finance and sophisticated shopping. Located on a picturesque river and lake with water you can drink from, this beautiful city is the perfect place to go and enjoy all the finer things in life.
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Zurich buzzes with business, outstanding art and museums and rich medieval history, all on set on a stunning lake and riverside setting
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Stroll down Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich’s main street and one of the most attractive shopping avenues in Europe, and browse for high end goods
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Start your exploration of Zurich’s well-preserved Old Town at the Rathaus quarter on the Limmatquai which is lined with Renaissance guild houses
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For incredible views over the Zurich city, the Black Forest and the Glarus Alps, a short railway ride followed by a 10-minute walk will bring you to the summit of Mount Uetliberg
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See some of Zurich’s best attractions from the perspective of the water with a cruise on the sublime Limmat River
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Spend an idyllic day on the shores of Lake Zurich, taking in views of the Swiss Alps from the promenades, swimming in the lake and picnicking in lush parkland
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Zurich buzzes with business, outstanding art and museums and rich medieval history, all on set on a stunning lake and riverside setting
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Stroll down Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich’s main street and one of the most attractive shopping avenues in Europe, and browse for high end goods
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Start your exploration of Zurich’s well-preserved Old Town at the Rathaus quarter on the Limmatquai which is lined with Renaissance guild houses
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For incredible views over the Zurich city, the Black Forest and the Glarus Alps, a short railway ride followed by a 10-minute walk will bring you to the summit of Mount Uetliberg
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See some of Zurich’s best attractions from the perspective of the water with a cruise on the sublime Limmat River
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Spend an idyllic day on the shores of Lake Zurich, taking in views of the Swiss Alps from the promenades, swimming in the lake and picnicking in lush parkland
Drink
James Joyce Bar
Scholars and non-luminaries alike will enjoy soaking up the atmosphere in this popular drinking spot. Sample a dram or two from the whiskey menu or just lay back and feel more literary at this art nouveau gem.
Location
Pelikanstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
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Do
Ride the Polybahn
Take a trip on the jolly red Polybahn, a cable car in operation since 1889. Many tourists enjoy taking a trip on this old furnicular railway, carrying you all the way up to the main building of ETH Zürich, a beautiful university of technology. In 1998, the railway celebrated a historic record of two million passengers.
Location
Central, 1, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
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See
Zurich Kunsthaus
Art aficionados will be seriously impressed with the breadth of art on offer here, spanning from the Middle Ages all the way through to contemporary collections. There is an emphasis on Swiss art and sculpture too, so it's a great way to learn a little more about local culture, history and change.
See
Beyer Watch Museum
Famous for it's cuckoo clocks, you can't visit Switzerland without having a quick look around the Beyer Watch Museum. Some of the creations on display are centuries old, and prime examples of the forgotten art of hand-made watchmaking. The attention to detail is truly stunning and the museum is a tru celebration of timekeeping from 1400 B.C.
Location
Beyer Chronometrie AG, Bahnhofstrasse 31, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland
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Eat
Le Dezaley
Take a wander through the picturesque Old Town of Zurich and you'll find Le Dezaley, widely rumoured to make the best fondue in town. An informal atmosphere is matched with excellent cheese, so be sure to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in. Wash your meal down with the fine selection of wines on offer, all from the Romandie region.
Location
Romergasse 7/9, Zurich 8001, Switzerland (Old Town)
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Shop
Freitag Shop Zurich
Completely constructed from recycled shipment containers, Freitag is worth visiting simply for the photo opportunity from outside. Indoors, you'll find plenty of eco-friendly bags in all shapes, sizes and colours for all the family.
Location
Geroldstrasse 17, Zurich 8005, Switzerland
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