Zurich: Old Town Walking Tour Group Tour
ID: GYG626345-1044792
Category:
Country: Switzerland
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover Zurich's historic old town on a walking tour. Explore winding alleys and cozy squares, uncovering fascinating stories and hidden gems including Chagall Windows, Wasserkirche, and Brunngasse.
Begin your walking tour at Hirschenplatz, a place with old buildings, wine bars, and a lot of history. Explore Central Polybahn, a cable car offering spectacular views of the city. Continue to Polyterrasse ETH for another viewpoint.
Next, visit Zentralbibliothek to see parts of the old city wall and fortifications. Stroll through Brunngasse to view an old picture in a private building and visit Spiegelgasse, the place where Lenin lived during his time in Zurich.
Explore Grossmunster, where you'll find a hidden cloister and a chapel with a medieval baptismal font. Visit Fraumunster Church to see the famous Chagall Windows and discover Wasserkirche, known for its underground ruins and as the site of the execution of Felix and Regula.
Finally, ascend Lindenhof Hill to witness historical ruins underground, concluding your tour of Zurich's old town with a deeper understanding of its rich history and cultural significance.
Highlights
- Feast your eyes on the vibrant hues of Zurich as you pass by Hirschenplatz
- Enjoy breathtaking vistas from the Polybahn funicular and Polyterrasse
- Visit Fraumunster Church, famous for its stained-glass Chagall Windows
- Stroll through Brunngasse and visit Spiegelgasse, where Lenin once lived
- Soak in the charming pathways and historical significance of Lindenhof
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet your guide near Hotel Scheuble.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
