Best of Zurich and Surroundings - Extended City Sightseeing Tour
Overview
Join us on an exciting sightseeing tour of Zurich with its beautiful surroundings and explore all the city has to offer! Our local guide will take you by bus to some of the most famous landmarks and attractions, such as Bahnhofstrasse and the financial district, the university quarter on the traces of its alumni Albert Einstein, and the noble Zürichberg district with unparalleled views. You will also enjoy a guided walk through the medieval alleys of the Old Town.
Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and continue with a scenic drive along the Gold Coast to Meilen and cross Lake Zurich by ferry. You'll also ride the aerial cable car to the Felsenegg viewpoint, where you'll take in breath-taking views of the city, the lake and the snow-covered Alps. This is a perfect tour for anyone who wants to see the very best of Zurich!
What's Included
- Public Ferry to cross the Lake Zürich
- Aerial Cable Car to Felsenegg View Point
- Comfortable AC Bus Coaches for the Transportation
- Fully Guided Tour by Multilingual Professional Guide
- Guided Zurich Old Town Walk
Meeting Location
Limmatstrasse 5
8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Zurich
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Lake Zurich
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Felsenegg
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- From March 2nd to April 10th 2026 cable car will be replaced by the Dolder cogwheel train due to the scheduled maintenance
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Best of Zurich and Surroundings – Extended City Sightseeing Tour?
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Activity code: C-207305P341
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Average 4.36 out of 5 stars based on 123 traveler reviews collected by Cool Zurich and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Zurich customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Public Ferry to cross the Lake Zürich.
- Aerial Cable Car to Felsenegg View Point.
- Comfortable AC Bus Coaches for the Transportation.
- Fully Guided Tour by Multilingual Professional Guide.
- Guided Zurich Old Town Walk.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Best of Zurich and Surroundings - Extended City Sightseeing Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Best of Zurich and Surroundings – Extended City Sightseeing Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Zurich. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Public Ferry to cross the Lake Zürich
- Aerial Cable Car to Felsenegg View Point
- Comfortable AC Bus Coaches for the Transportation
- Fully Guided Tour by Multilingual Professional Guide
- Guided Zurich Old Town Walk
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- From March 2nd to April 10th 2026 cable car will be replaced by the Dolder cogwheel train due to the scheduled maintenance
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
