9 Walking Tours in Zurich to Build a Day Around

1.Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 669 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $111Our pick

Spend about six hours seeing Zurich on foot and by public transport, with a local guide such as Greg or Patricia. Visit the old town, Polyterrasse, Lindenhof, Lake Zurich, and either Felsenegg or Uetliberg. The tour includes the funicular, ferry, and mountain transport, but requires brisk walking, hills, stairs, and comfortable weather-ready clothing.

“Great fun, and I learned so much. The views were amazing. I would definitely recommend. Good workout on the hills too!”

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2.Zurich Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 479 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33Best value

Spend about two hours walking Zurich’s medieval core with an English-speaking guide. Visit Lindenhof, Bahnhofstrasse, Fraumünster, Niederdorf, and Grossmünster while hearing local stories and getting food and sightseeing tips from guides such as Eric, Michael, Claudia, and Ann.

“Ann was a great guide with lots of extra advice for those in need. A DELIGHT! This is a worthy adventure.”

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3.3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour – Cruise on the Lake – Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $110

This six-hour small-group tour with guides such as Greg, Patricia, and Vasi combines Zurich’s Old Town, public transport, a 45-minute Lake Zurich cruise, and an aerial cable car to Felsenegg. Expect hills, cobblestones, a short forest walk, Swiss history, and sweeping views toward the Alps. Lunch is not included.

“Amazing tour! Patricia was a great tour guide. I loved walking through Zurich and really learning about the city. Bonus was also getting the boat ride and cable car.”

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4.Zurich Private Customizable Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Walk central Zurich with a private English-speaking guide for about two hours. Start at Paradeplatz or arrange pickup from selected hotels, then explore Fraumünster, St. Peter’s, Grossmünster, Roman remains, Lenin’s Zurich, and the city’s finance district. Guides such as Vanessa, Roberto, Liana, and Jonathan tailor the route to your interests.

“Great tour... tour guide was superb. Fun.. great history about the city. It was excellent experience”

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5.Swiss Chocolate Walking Tour of Zurich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 120 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40

Meet your English-speaking guide at Paradeplatz at 11am for a two-hour walk through Zurich’s Old Town. Taste Sprüngli Luxemburgerli, Lindt chocolate, Max pralines, and Teuscher Champagne Truffles while seeing Lindenhof, Grossmünster, Bahnhofstrasse, Paradeplatz, and Cabaret Voltaire. Guide assignments vary, with past tours led by Annelize, Anna, Magdalena, Vanessa, Noa, and Lincoln.

“Such a fun experience to go to different chocolate stores around town and learn a little more about the history of old town Zürich. Our tour guide anna was so kind and made it a great experience!”

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6.Private City Walking Tour with Polybahn Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $418

Join Lino for a private three to four hour walk through Zurich’s Bahnhofstrasse, Lindenhof, Old Town, Lake Zurich, and Grossmünster. You’ll ride the Polybahn, stop for a local snack and hot chocolate, and receive edited photos plus a short travel reel. Hotel pickup in central Zurich is optional.

“I had an amazing time touring Zurich with Lino. I’m so glad I decided to book this tour. I learned a lot about Zurich and Swiss culture. The photoshoot was a lot of fun. We stopped for hot chocolate at a cafe with a beautiful display of chocolates and pastries. Thanks for a great afternoon. If you ever find yourself in Zurich, it’s definitely worth booking a tour with Lino.”

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7.Best of Zürich & Surroundings: Walking Tour, Cable Car and Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 26 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $105

Spend about four and a half hours with a guide exploring Zurich’s Old Town, financial district, university quarter, Lake Zurich, and nearby Golden Coast. You’ll cross the lake by ferry and ride the aerial cable car to Felsenegg for city, lake, and Alpine views. During maintenance, the cable car is replaced by the Dolder cogwheel train.

“Guide was knowledgeable and provided clear commentary. We met a very nice couple from Sweden, which made the tour even more so pleasant. The cable car ride was great and the restaurant at the top of the cable car ride had good food.”

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8.Zurich Small-Group Walking Tour Including a Lake Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $89

Meet your English-speaking guide in Zurich for a four-hour city tour that combines steep Old Town streets, the funicular to Polyterrasse, Lindenhof, Bahnhofstrasse, Fraumünster, and a 90-minute Lake Zurich cruise. Guides have included Greg, Patrick, Tyler, and David. The tour ends at Bürkliplatz.

“Very informative... great experience of the city. Enjoyed ourselves. Thanks David for the tour of Zurich.”

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9.The Best of Zurich Including Panoramic Views in a Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $68

Walk Zurich with a local guide in a group capped at 15 people. You’ll ride the Polybahn, see Lindenhof, St Peter’s, Fraumünster, Grossmünster, Bahnhofstrasse, and Lake Zurich, with guides such as Greg and David named in past feedback. The route ends at Bürkliplatz, where you can optionally take a lake cruise.

“An incredible in depth walk of all of the key must see areas of Zurich. As an avid traveler I can tell you that David is the best of the best in this business. Very knowledgeable and accommodating.”

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