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Zurich, Switzerland

Duration

7 days

Budget

$1,500

Travelers

4

Trip type

Family

Interests

Sightseeing

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PLATZHIRSCH Hotel & Bar
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PLATZHIRSCH Hotel & Bar

PLATZHIRSCH Hotel & Bar, Spitalgasse 3, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Wellenberg
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Wellenberg

Wellenberg, Niederdorfstrasse 10, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Hotel Adler
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Hotel Adler

Hotel Adler, Rosengasse 10, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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SPLENDID

SPLENDID, Rosengasse 5, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Hotel Hirschen
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Hotel Hirschen

Hotel Hirschen, Niederdorfstrasse 13, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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bedsitting-rooms.ch
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bedsitting-rooms.ch

bedsitting-rooms.ch, Niederdorfstrasse 1, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Pop Up Hotel Krone Zurich
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Pop Up Hotel Krone Zurich

Pop Up Hotel Krone Zurich, Limmatquai 88, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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stattHotel

stattHotel, Schneggengasse 8, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Fünf Poller
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Fünf Poller

Fünf Poller, Limmatquai, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Täufergedenkplatte
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Täufergedenkplatte

Täufergedenkplatte, Schipfe, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Georg Büchner
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Georg Büchner

Georg Büchner, Spiegelgasse 12, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Johann Caspar Lavater
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Johann Caspar Lavater

Johann Caspar Lavater, Spiegelgasse 11, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Stadtmodell 1800
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Stadtmodell 1800

Stadtmodell 1800, Neumarkt 4, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Lindenhof
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Lindenhof

Lindenhof, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Männlicher Akt
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Männlicher Akt

Männlicher Akt, Hirschengraben, 8092 Zurich, Switzerland

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Lindenhof-Keller
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Lindenhof-Keller

Lindenhof-Keller, Lindenhof, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Day-by-day plan

Itinerary

1

Day 1

Explore Zurich's Old Town

Activity 1

Stroll through Niederdorf

09:00 – 11:00

Walk through Zurich's charming Old Town district filled with medieval buildings, boutique shops, and cafes.

Activity 2

Visit Grossmünster Church

11:15 – 12:15

Explore the iconic twin-towered church and learn about its history and architecture.

Activity 3

Lunch at Zeughauskeller

12:30 – 13:45

Enjoy traditional Swiss cuisine in a historic armory building.

Activity 4

Relax at Lake Zurich Promenade

14:00 – 16:00

Leisurely walk along the lakeside promenade, watch swans and enjoy the scenic views.

2

Day 2

Museum and Cultural Day in Zurich

Activity 1

Visit the Swiss National Museum

09:00 – 11:30

Explore Swiss cultural history with family-friendly exhibits and artifacts.

Activity 2

Lunch at Hiltl Vegetarian Restaurant

12:00 – 13:30

Enjoy a budget-friendly vegetarian meal at one of Zurich’s oldest restaurants.

Activity 3

Explore Kunsthaus Zurich

14:00 – 16:00

Visit Zurich’s art museum featuring Swiss and international art collections.

3

Day 3

Day Trip to Lucerne and Mount Pilatus

Activity 1

Travel to Lucerne by train

08:00 – 09:00

Scenic train ride to Lucerne (about 1 hour).

Activity 2

Explore Chapel Bridge and Old Town Lucerne

09:15 – 11:00

Walk across the famous wooden bridge and explore medieval streets.

Activity 3

Lunch at Wirtshaus Galliker

11:30 – 12:30

Family-friendly Swiss restaurant serving local dishes.

Activity 4

Mount Pilatus excursion

13:00 – 17:00

Take the boat and cogwheel train up Mount Pilatus for panoramic views.

Activity 5

Return to Zurich

17:30 – 18:30

Travel back by train to Zurich.

4

Day 4

Nature and Wildlife in Zurich and Surroundings

Activity 1

Visit Zoo Zurich

09:00 – 12:00

Spend the morning at the zoo exploring animal exhibits with kids.

Activity 2

Lunch at Restaurant Olé

12:30 – 13:30

Relax with Swiss and Mediterranean dishes in Zurich.

Activity 3

Boat ride on Lake Zurich

14:00 – 15:30

Enjoy a short family boat cruise on the lake during afternoon.

Activity 4

Visit Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views

16:00 – 18:30

Take a train to Uetliberg for an easy hike and stunning city views.

5

Day 5

Visit Interlaken and Surroundings

Activity 1

Travel to Interlaken by train

07:30 – 09:30

Early morning train ride to Interlaken (about 2 hours).

Activity 2

Explore Höhematte Park

09:45 – 11:00

Relax in the central green park offering mountain views and playgrounds.

Activity 3

Lunch at Restaurant Taverne

11:15 – 12:30

Casual dining with Swiss and international menu.

Activity 4

Lake Thun boat trip

13:00 – 15:30

Enjoy a family-friendly scenic boat cruise on Lake Thun.

Activity 5

Return to Zurich

16:00 – 18:00

Evening train journey back to Zurich.

6

Day 6

Discover Bern: Switzerland's Capital

Activity 1

Travel to Bern by train

08:30 – 09:50

Morning train ride to Bern (about 1 hour 20 minutes).

Activity 2

Visit Bern Old Town and Zytglogge

10:00 – 12:00

Explore the historic town center and famous clock tower.

Activity 3

Lunch at Kornhauskeller

12:15 – 13:30

Enjoy Swiss specialties in an impressive vaulted cellar.

Activity 4

Visit Bear Park and Rosengarten

13:45 – 15:30

See Bern's bears and relax in the rose garden with panoramic views.

Activity 5

Return to Zurich

16:00 – 17:30

Afternoon train back to Zurich.

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Day 7

Leisure and Shopping in Zurich

Activity 1

Shopping along Bahnhofstrasse

09:00 – 12:00

Spend the morning exploring one of the world’s most famous shopping streets.

Activity 2

Lunch at Sprüngli Cafe

12:15 – 13:30

Taste Swiss chocolates and enjoy light lunch options.

Activity 3

Visit the Botanical Garden of the University of Zurich

14:00 – 16:00

Walk among diverse plants and greenhouses for a relaxing afternoon.

Activity 4

Relax at Lindenhof Hill

16:15 – 17:30

Enjoy panoramic views over the Old Town as the trip concludes.