The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Canton of Zurich, Canton of Zurich

February 14, 2022 Madelene Haan

Discover the best top things to do in Canton of Zurich, Switzerland including Old Town, Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich), Botanical Garden (Botanischer Garten), Swiss Science Center Technorama, Oskar-Reinhart Foundation Museum, Niederdorf, Zoo Zurich, Lake Zurich, Hauptbahnhof, Schloss Kyburg.
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1. Old Town

Zurich 8001 Switzerland +41 44 215 40 00 http://www.zuerich.com
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4.5 based on 5,130 reviews

Old Town

Zürich's historic section features cobblestone streets, a variety of small stores and restaurants and many of the city's most significant religious landmarks.

Reviewed By blajevaina - London, United Kingdom

It’s like walking back in time but even better like a perfect movie set where every building is perfectly positioned and specially preserved, where every street is clean and well maintained, where every tree and street lights are in tune with the buildings and overall everything around is in pristine condition ????❤️???? You can walk around everywhere it is very well organised and easy to navigate. The traditional Trams are very charming and worth the ride . The bicycles are good solutions is you in a hurry. Google map works perfectly they are many hot spots and free wi-fi zones too. Plenty to see from medieval Cathedrals to Alpine masterpieces and Renaissance, museums and galleries,shops and cafe and tavern style restaurants all with charm and character. Very easy on the eye and inviting streets and small piazzas with water futures and corners . Yes the water on the streets is drinkable and very delicious straight from the Alps ! Zürich has the cleanest and most well organised Old town in Europe and you can see it easily. The high Swiss ????????standards are not in the price but in what you get for it and the Old town is up to the highest standards in Europe???????????? Zurich has the cleanest air for European capital city and you’ll feel it referring ! Must see , must explore and must experience the Old Town by walking without rushing. Take time to enjoy, to sit for coffee and admire the atmosphere around you . Don’t rush in a 24 hours you can not see everything . Pick top 3 places of interest for the day and leave few hours to explore without planning and to enjoy! For the romantics that’s the perfect place and there is the bridge where you can put your lock of Love ???? ???? discover it ! ???????? For the historical places tickets online to skip the Q are better options. For shopping, boutique style of Local and High Fashion. For souvenirs few special shops only but no street junks . (No fast food , no any junks on the streets at all ) For picture perfect views of the Old Town- the University terrace, the high Square and the Cathedral Tower! It’s photographers place - no billboards on the buildings or streets no advertising no posters no commercial junk at all ! Beautiful clean well preserved architecture only! One practical advice - Comfy but smart wear it’s a must ! Swiss are very well smart dressed but understated and discreet (no flushing fashion and labels, no fashion statements) Don’t forget the phone chargers, battery extenders and converts if you planing on photos all day (the weird non EU - Swiss sockets need convertor). Most coffee shops and restaurants have where to plug in and recharge but Swiss style only! They usually have free wi-fi too but you need to ask for the password. One of the weird difference from other European capital City’s is that Speaking in high voice and making a noise is considered very rude and impolite! Do keep your voice down NO shouting and screaming in public places (it’s offensive)! Other than that keep it clean and be kind and you’ll be welcome everywhere ! Swiss in generally are very polite and welcoming for tourists ???? Go enjoy,make happy memories and share with the World ????????????????????????????????

2. Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich)

Heimplatz 1, Zurich 8001 Switzerland 41 1 253 84 84 [email protected] http://www.kunsthaus.ch/
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4.5 based on 1,862 reviews

Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich)

This fantastic art museum displays Western works since the 1600s and has an especially impressive selection of modern art.

Reviewed By SadieMT - Missoula, United States

We spent about 3 hours here and enjoyed both the museum itself and the artwork. We spent most of our time in the 19th century and forward collections and had the opportunity to see some fine Chagall paintings and a stunning Van Gogh work painted the last year of his life. Many sculptures by Giacometti and a current exhibit on Matisse sculptures.

3. Botanical Garden (Botanischer Garten)

Zollikerstrasse 107, Zurich 8008 Switzerland +41 44 634 84 61 [email protected] http://www.bg.uzh.ch/
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4.5 based on 382 reviews

Botanical Garden (Botanischer Garten)

Affiliated with the University of Zürich, these large gardens feature a huge variety of plants from around the world.

Reviewed By sugerglider - London, United Kingdom

Not too far from the city centre this medium sized botanic garden is worth repeat visits as the seasons change. Peaceful park-like atmosphere plus 3 large glasshouses containing plants and trees from different climate zones. And 3 small but interesting fish tanks!

4. Swiss Science Center Technorama

Technoramastrasse 1, Winterthur 8404 Switzerland +41 52 244 08 44 [email protected] https://www.technorama.ch/
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4.5 based on 525 reviews

Swiss Science Center Technorama

The Swiss Science Center, Technorama, offers an unique experimental field, which allow all visitors, irrespective of age and background, the opportunity to get to know natural phenomena in an informal, hands-on, self-directed way. There are many institutions worldwide which describe themselves as “science centres”, whose offerings may differ markedly. With its over 500 exhibits (experiment stations) and wide-ranging lab facilities, Technorama is is one of the largest and – and on account of its quality and its exemplary informal educational function – most renowned science centres in the world. Every year, Technorama welcomes more than 270.000 visitors!

Reviewed By SprtsLibertatis - Vancouver, Canada

Lots of things to discover in this Science Center. Here you can experience the physical, (electro-)mechanical, chemical interactions by yourself. Multi-language guides are there for a detailed explanation. Be there very early, this place is huge, multi-story and you’ll easily spend a whole day exploring around. Our 2 year old being exposed and accustomed to other science museums before, was amazed by the place. So we decided to come back again next year. A note to first timers with kids: at the entrance level, there is a huge lockers section to lock the stroller and other bits and pieces you most probably might be carrying around. Be sure to have some coins of 2 CHF, as the locker mechanism is working like the shopping carts that you’re inserting a coin to unlock. A second note: The place itself is a bit out of the city, like half an hour train ride away from the downtown. If you end up buying train tickets online to come here, be sure to check the transportation website if the Science Center entrance ticket promotion is still valid. In our time of visit it was valid and we saved approx. 20% by buying the both way train tickets and the entrance tickets to the Science Center and we easily validated them at the entrance level admission counters.

5. Oskar-Reinhart Foundation Museum

Stadthausstrasse 6, Winterthur 8400 Switzerland +41 58 466 77 40 http://www.bundesmuseen.ch/roemerholz/index.html
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4.5 based on 79 reviews

Oskar-Reinhart Foundation Museum

This museum features various works by Swiss, Austrian and German artists.

Reviewed By helenmR8575HR

We went here after first visiting the Kunstmuseum and wished we had skipped that in favour of this one. There was just too much to see and we wanted more time and energy! Tickets were on the steeper side but were definitely worth it, there were several floors and many rooms with so many paintings it was hard to take it all in. Despite the text all being in German we could make out a few words and could imagine that if you are a fluent speaker you would be able to spend even longer here. The paintings were beautiful, many scenic landscapes and some fabulous works by Dutch artists including some very good portraits. I would recommend this gallery for those serious about art as there is a lot to get through, however anyone with even a slight appreciation could walk through just having a look and it would still take up a good chunk of time. Well worth it.

6. Niederdorf

Right bank of Limmat river, Zurich 8001 Switzerland http://www.zuerich.com/de/besuchen/sehenswuerdigkeiten/niederdorf
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4.5 based on 577 reviews

Niederdorf

Reviewed By bob2bkk - Bangkok, Thailand

The Niederhof is an area on the east side of the Limmat River and part of old historic Zurich. Both sides of he river have old town areas, but I am partial to this side. The Niederhof has beautiful cobbelstone alley ways and streets. It is full of restaurants, bars, cafes, small shops with one of a kind objects and of course souvenir shops. Many places offer outside dining and seating weather permitting. It is a great place for absorbing the historical side of Zurich and some wonderful architecture. Wheelchair accessible with assistance or motorized.

7. Zoo Zurich

Zuerichbergstrasse 221, Zurich 8044 Switzerland +41 44 254 25 00 [email protected] http://www.zoo.ch
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4.5 based on 2,934 reviews

Zoo Zurich

«People who know animals will protect them.» Up above the city of Zurich, spanning a surface of approximately 27 hectares, is Switzerland’s largest and most frequently visited cultural and educational institution: Zoo Zurich. The popular nationwide excursion destination wants to get people interested in animals and encourage them to play an active role in nature conservation and the protection of species.

Reviewed By Meike_Ka_9 - Zurich, Switzerland

I really like the Zoo Zurich it has a nice and not too big selection of animals including some very lovely koalas. Most of the enclosure seems spacious to me and my impression is that animals are in good condition as well. Every now and then they have volunteers explaining details about the animals and even on a rainy day there are enough houses to spend time inside

8. Lake Zurich

Zurich Switzerland
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4.5 based on 6,034 reviews

Lake Zurich

Reviewed By GrahamB67 - Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom

The 85 minute short cruise from Bürkliplatz to Thalwil is a relaxing way to see both sides of the lake. Excellent price for the trip, and food and drink on board was sensibly priced, too. Quite busy in the low season, as less boats are operating, so there were few spare seats

9. Hauptbahnhof

Zurich Switzerland +41 43 497 23 80 http://www.sbb.ch
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4.5 based on 2,033 reviews

Hauptbahnhof

Reviewed By ECExpatLife - Zurich, Switzerland

Need to shop on a Sunday when all of the other stores are closed? Not to worry, they are open here... groceries, clothing, electronics... It is easy to get to the station via train or tram. In addition, during the Christmas season there is a wonderful market inside the station with food, gifts, and a beautiful Christmas tree.

10. Schloss Kyburg

Schloss 1, Winterthur 8314 Switzerland +41 52 232 46 64 [email protected] http://www.schlosskyburg.ch/en
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4.5 based on 115 reviews

Schloss Kyburg

Reviewed By Morganvdh - Tillsonburg, Canada

This castle, turned museum, is a great place to go. It's easy to spend a few hours here touring the different rooms and the grounds. The displays had English, Italian, and French in addition to Swiss German. There are different activities for children as well. A must see!

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