Jungfraujoch with the Zürich Card With the Zürich Card, guests benefit from 15% discount on the amazing mountain adventure to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. Website +41338287233 info@jungfrau.ch
Urban Art at Zurich Airport Three artworks, three styles by three Swiss artists: now decorating the underground passage between Airport Shopping and the Circle. Website
Orelliweg If you follow this path between the top station of the Rigiblick funicular and Zurich Zoo, you will always have a great view over the city.
Bronze City Model on Stadthausquai A model of Zurich that you can touch: directly next to the Stadthaus, both visually impaired and sighted people can feel the city center with their fingers.
Polybahn The “Polybähnli” is one of the most legendary modes of transportation in Zurich. The nostalgic little train is not just cute, but also convenient. Website
Enge Church Enge Church is already visible from a distance. Visitors entering its dome are treated to a magnificent view over Zurich. Website
Sihlfeld Cemetery The central cemetery is both the largest resting place for the dead and the largest continuous green space in the city. Website +41444120640
Archaeological Windows Archaeological windows provide a glimpse into Zurich’s past. Website
Cloister (Grossmünster) An oasis of peace in the heart of the Old Town – the cloister of the Grossmünster is (still) an insider tip. Website sekretariat@theol.uzh.ch
Winterthur Situated to the north of Zurich, Winterthur enthralls with music, art, and culture.
Main Building of the ETH Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich The main building of the ETH Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich stands on a hill overlooking Zurich’s Old Town. Website +41446321111
MFO-Park In the place where the machine factory, Maschinenfabrik Oerlikon (MFO), once stood, an architecturally fascinating “park hall” bears witness to the past usage of the site.
Hunziker Areal Standing on the site of what used to be the Hunziker cement factory is the fascinating urban development project, Hunziker Areal, which particularly enthralls architecture lovers. Website +41443254040 reception@mehralswohnen.ch
Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), Toni Campus The Toni Campus, on the site of an old dairy, has been occupied by Zurich University of the Arts since 2014. Website +41434464646 info.admin@zhdk.ch
Extension to the Swiss National Museum The Swiss National Museum is a particular highlight for architecture enthusiasts. It is a meeting place for two architectural epochs that could scarcely be more different. Website +41442186511 info@nationalmuseum.ch
Student Village, Science City ETH Zurich This student residence is a real eye-catcher. It is also the first residential complex in Zurich to be built right on campus. Website
UB Law, University of Zurich This architectural masterpiece is located in the heart of the Faculty of Law. Website +41446343099 rechtswissenschaften@ub.uzh.ch
Leutschenbach School The prize-winning Leutschenbach School stands out for its structural and architectural finesse. Website +444130810
K.I.S.S., Badenerstrasse This building with its playful windows is striking, even from afar. But there’s even more behind them. Website
Memorial to Hans Künzi by Carsten Höller A memorial to Hans Künzi, the “Father of the S-Bahn”, is installed at Europaplatz next to Zurich Main Station, honoring his services in an abstract manner.
“Der Gefangene Floh” by Yves Netzhammer In the ewz power substation in the industrial quarter of Oerlikon, a huge perceptual labyrinth provides insights into a subterranean world.
Archaeological Window at the Parkhaus Opéra The archaeological remains of prehistoric pile dwellings next to Zurich’s Sechseläutenplatz feature on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Website +41442668520 parkhaus.opera@amag.ch
Trail Loorenkopf This trail leads through a ravine with huge boulders up to the Adlisberg, and from there to the residential areas with the most beautiful views in all of Zurich. Website +41313130270 info@schweizmobil.ch
Cassiopeia Boardwalk The Cassiopeia boardwalk enables pedestrians and joggers to follow a route all the way along the left bank of Lake Zurich without interruption.
Jelmoli Märlitram For children, the best way to enjoy Advent is on a trip in the "Märlitram" by Jelmoli. Angels read their young passengers Christmas stories while the festively decorated streetcar trundles through the city. Website
Regensberg Castle Regensberg Castle was once the ancestral seat of the House of Regensberg. Website
Rapperswil Castle Rapperswil Castle is the landmark of the “City of Roses”, located on Lake Zurich. Website
Nature Reserve and Wildlife Park Goldau Sika deer, mouflon and Syrian brown bear: at Goldau Zoo, young explorers can observe their favorite animals close up. Website +41418590606 info@tierpark.ch
Hegi Castle Visitors to Hegi Castle can enjoy vegetable varieties from bygone days, which are also grown here. Website info@schlosshegi.ch
Zurich Oberland Steam Train Every second Sunday, railroad fans can undertake a trip on one of the historical trains operated by the Zurich Oberland Steam Train Association. Website +41799058494
Morgarten Trail Along this fun-packed trail, young knights can follow the trail of the legendary Battle of Morgarten. Website +41417547524 info@aegerital-sattel.ch
Schloss Laufen – the 1000-Year-Old Castle by the Rhine Falls A medieval castle on a rocky spur and roaring masses of water: the Rhine Falls and Schloss Laufen near Schaffhausen treat visitors to an impressive sight. Website +41526596767 info@schlosslaufen.ch
The Guggi Vantage Point in Zug – Offering a View over the Old Town and Lake Zug On an excursion to Zug, you should be sure not to miss this magnificent view over the Old Town and Lake Zug.
Hiking from Winterthur to Rapperswil – Züri Oberland-Höhenweg The trail leads from Winterthur through a beautiful pre-Alpine hiking area with rugged valleys, lakes and ridges with wonderful views. Website +41313130270 info@schweizmobil.ch
Europaallee Master Plan Located parallel to the tracks of Zurich Main Station, the overall architectural concept creates new spaces for leisure activities, education, living and working. Website
Europaallee – Shopping, Relaxation and Enjoyment in the Heart of Zurich Europaallee, situated immediately next to Zurich Main Train Station, is the newest of the city’s neighborhoods and a vibrant mix of shopping, culture, restaurants and bars. Website
Limmat River Cruise A boat trip on the River Limmat will take you on a leisurely tour past the most beautiful sights that Zurich’s Old Town has to offer until the view opens up over Lake Zurich. Website +41848988988 contact@zvv.ch
Zug – Small and Compact The small town of Zug, which lies to the south of Zurich, enchants with its charming Old Town and lake.
Observation Decks at Zurich Airport Experience the world of aviation close up. Website +41438162156 visitorservices@zurich-airport.com
"Chänzeli" Tour The historically based "Chänzeli" Tour is a 6-mile long panoromic city hike around Baden. Website +41562008787 info@baden.ch
Ufnau Island The abbey-owned island of Ufnau is the larger of the two islands on the upper part of Lake Zurich, near Rapperswil-Jona. Website
Chinese Garden – the Temple Garden by the Lake The Chinese Garden is classed as a temple garden and is one of the highest-ranking gardens outside of China. Website +41443803151
Rhine Falls – Europe’s Biggest Waterfall Europe's biggest waterfall is in Switzerland. Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen fascinates visitors with its great water volume. Website +41526326330 info@rheinfall.ch
Sechseläutenplatz – Combines Tradition With Modernity Sechseläutenplatz is a place for relaxing between Bellevue and Zurich's Opera House.
Plan Lumière – the Lights of Zurich City Plan Lumière – a lighting design concept by which Zurich also shines at night.
Einsiedeln Abbey For many pilgrims, Einsiedeln Abbey is one of the most important places of pilgrimage on the Swiss Way of St. James. Website +41554186111 kloster@kloster-einsiedeln.ch
Viadukt Arches Zurich’s railway viaduct offers unique space for a trendy shopping and cultural district. Website 0433221414 info@imviadukt.ch
Rapperswil-Hurden Wooden Bridge – a Walkway Across Lake Zurich On the bridge between Rapperswil and Hurden you find yourself walking in the footsteps of pilgrims. Website +41(0)552257700 info@rzst.ch
Rindermarkt (Cattle Market) – Where Gottfried Keller Grew Up The house where Gottfried Keller lived as a boy, the "Öpfelchammer" and a very picturesque Zurich are located at Rindermarkt (Cattle Market).
Freitag Tower These stacked shipping containers in Zurich-West are a treat for urban explorers and fans of Freitag bags alike. Website +41433669520 zurich@freitag.ch
The Erlengut – a Stately Home on Lake Zurich The Erlengut is a romantic manor house with views of Lake Zurich. Website +41449158500 erlengut@erlenbach.ch
Pavillon Le Corbusier The last work by the great architect, Le Corbusier, stands in a beautiful location on Lake Zurich. Website +41434464468 welcome@pavillon-le-corbusier.ch
Custorhaus in Eschenbach – a Historic Country House Becomes Space for Culture The Custorhaus in Eschenbach looks back on an eventful history. Today it is a cultural venue. Website +41552861515 info@eschenbach.ch
Stadelhofen Station In the busy heart of Zurich, you’ll find one of the first projects of star architect Santiago Calatrava. Website
Prime Tower The Prime Tower is fast joining the Grossmünster church in the ranks of Zurich landmarks. Website +41588004900 info@primetower.ch
Rennweg Once the widest street in Zurich, Rennweg is now a popular promenade in the heart of the Old Town.
Ritterhaus and Chapel, Uerikon In Uerikon by Lake Zurich you can trace the footsteps of the old knights. Website info@ritterhaus-uerikon.ch
Paradeplatz – The Heart of Bahnhofstrasse The intersection between Zurich' lake, old town and Bahnhofstrasse is known throughout the world as a financial center.
Rapperswil – Picturesque Town of Roses by Lake Zurich Roses shape the townscape in picturesque Rapperswil. Website +41552257700 info@rzst.ch
Niederdorf – Popular Promenade in Zurich's Old Town Niederdorf offers interesting sights, culinary delights and shopping in Zurich's old town.
Castle Tower Pfäffikon SZ It is well worth taking a glimpse inside the old walls of the Schlossturm in Pfäffikon am Zürichsee. Website info@schlossturm.ch
Schipfe – Zurich’s Oldest District Boats docked at "Schipfe" in the Middle Ages, which delivered silk, gold and food to Zurich. Today, the district is an idyllic place to linger.
Limmatquai – Where Zurich’s History Meets Fashion and Culinary Delights Limmatquai leads through the middle of Zurich's old town and past many interesting sights and trendy shops
Lake Promenade – The Popular Walking Path at Lake Zurich The lakeside park area encloses the lower basin of Lake Zurich with a splendid promenade. Many people gather here to create a colorful scene in summer.
Langstrasse Zurich's former red-light district appeals with its international cuisine, very varied nightlife and urban charm.
Spiegelgasse – Hot-bed of Revolutionary Art, Literature and Politics Europe's artistic and political avant-garde met at the Spiegelgasse at the beginning of the 20th century.
Thermengasse – Where the Romans Relaxed in Zurich Roman baths were discovered by chance during renovation work and consequently much learned about Zurich's history.
Bürkliplatz – Lakeside Pleasure and Leisure Bürkliplatz is not only a boat dock, but also a marketplace, art area and event site with a view across Lake Zurich to the Alps.
Bahnhofstrasse – Zurich's Shopping Boulevard You can find everything that your heart desires in Bahnhofstrasse: fashion, art and Zurich specialties attract local residents as well as visitors.
Augustinergasse – One of Zurich's Most Beautiful Historical Narrow Streets Augustinergasse is conspicuous for the many bay windows along it. These served not only to provide light, but also had other practical benefits.
Sheep Piece – Abstract Sheep Graze at the Zürichhorn A simple observation inspired Henry Moore to create his “Sheep Piece” work which is based on grazing sheep.
“L’ange protecteur” by Niki de Saint Phalle A gigantic “Nana” in the shape of a guardian angel watches over travelers as they pass through the main concourse at Zurich Main Station. Website
“Pavillon-Skulptur” by Max Bill The granite sculpture by Max Bill is a key work by the Concrete artist. It stands in the middle of Zurich’s bustling Bahnhofstrasse.
Stained Glass Windows by Sigmar Polke at the Grossmünster Stained-glass windows by Sigmar Polke have adorned the Grossmünster in Zurich since 2009, impressing the many visitors. Website +41442506651 sekretariat.kk.eins@reformiert-zuerich.ch
Marc Chagall’s Church Windows at the Fraumünster Marc Chagall created 5 windows for the Fraumünster church in Zurich. Today the windows are world-famous and captivate visitors. Website +41442212063 sekretariat.kk.eins@reformiert-zuerich.ch
The Gates of Hell by Auguste Rodin The famous "Thinker" by Auguste Rodin can also be found in the Gates of Hell outside the Kunsthaus Zurich (art museum). Website +41442538484 info@kunsthaus.ch
Vögele Cultural Center An exceptional architectural monument from the 70s houses the Vögele Cultural Center. It is based in Pfäffikon on Lake Zurich. Website +41554161111 info@voegelekultur.ch
“Heureka” by Jean Tinguely The first “purposeless machine” by Jean Tinguely stands on the shore of Lake Zurich and still functions perfectly today.
Giacometti Frescos (“Blüemlihalle”) Thanks to Augusto Giacometti, what is probably the most beautiful police station entrance hall worldwide is located in the heart of Zurich. Website
The Philosopher’s Egg – Mario Merz The Philosopher’s Egg by Mario Merz decorates the station concourse at Zurich's Main Railway Station. Website
Ritterhaus Bubikon – Visiting the Knights of the Past The Ritterhaus in Bubikon is regarded as the best-preserved Commandery of the Order of St. John in Europe. Its roots date back to the 12th century. Website 0552433990 info@ritterhaus.ch
Wasserkirche Legend has it that the site of the Wasserkirche church is where Zurich’s patron saints, Felix and Regula, were executed. Website +41442506600
St. Peter – the Oldest Parish Church in Zurich The St. Peter church in Zurich has the largest church clock face in Europe. Until 1911, the church tower was used as a fire watch post. Website +41442506655
Reformierte Kirche Horgen – a Rococo-style Trademark The Rococo-style Protestant church with 70.5m tower is a landmark of Horgen built by Johann Jakob Haltiner in 1782. Website +41447274747 sekretariat@refhorgen.ch
Liebfrauenkirche – Catholic Church Standing slightly higher than Zurich’s Main Train Station, the University Quarter and Central traffic hub, the Liebfrauenkirche church comes into view. Website +41432447500 info@liebfrauen.ch
Grossmünster – Zurich’s Famous Landmark The Grossmünster church is a landmark of Zurich. Legend has it that the church was built on the graves of the city’s patron saints, Felix and Regula. Website +41442506651 sekretariat.kk.eins@reformiert-zuerich.ch
Museum Schloss Kyburg Situated near to Winterthur, Kyburg Castle towers 150 meters (490 ft) above the River Töss. Kyburg Castle is a very well preserved feudal castle and the oldest castle museum in Switzerland. Website +41522324664 museum@schlosskyburg.ch
Fraumünster Church The Fraumünster and Grossmünster churches are landmarks of Zurich. The convent once held great power in Zurich. Website +41442212063 sekretariat.kk.eins@reformiert-zuerich.ch
Dan Rubinstein's Stained Glass Windows – Illuminated Scenes from the Old Testament Stained glass windows by Dan Rubinstein decorate the St. Verena church in Stäfa. Website +41449281572 info@pfarreistaefa.ch
Augustinerkirche – From House of God to Coin Workshop The Augustinerkirche church in Zurich was a coin workshop for 300 years. Today the Münzplatz square reflects the church's temporary use. Website +41442111275 sekretariat@christkath-zuerich.ch
Zurich-West – From Industrial Quarter to Trendy District The district in the west of Zurich is full of contrasts, boasting an unpolished charm.
Rathaus – a View of Zurich's Political Life in the Town Hall The city and canton parliaments meet in Zurich's Rathaus (city hall) – forming a unique style-mix in Switzerland. Website +41432596811 gemeinderat@zuerich.ch
Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi Statue Zurich-born Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi was a pioneer of education.
Monument Huldrych Zwingli – Zurich’s First Reformer Zwingli was Zurich’s first reformer. His theology gave rise to the Reformed Church.
Heinrich Bullinger Sculpture The Swiss theologian Heinrich Bullinger reinforced the Reformation in Zurich and beyond. Website
Hans Waldmann – a Military Leader and Mayor of Zurich in the Late Middle Ages The former mayor Hans Waldmann can be seen by the Münsterbrücke bridge between the Fraumünster and Grossmünster churches.
Gottfried Keller Statue The bust of Gottfried Keller looks out over Lake Zurich from Mythenquai.
National Museum Zurich The National Museum Zurich is located behind the Main Station and houses the largest collection documenting the cultural history of Switzerland. Website +41442186511 info@nationalmuseum.ch
Ganymed – the Prominent Sculpture by Lake Zurich The Ganymed sculpture has adorned the Bürkliterrasse since 1952. In mythology, the beautiful young boy of Zeus is abducted and taken to Mount Olympus.
Rapperswil-Jona Cultural Stations – A Tour of a Shared History An open-air museum on the history of the two communities of Rapperswil and Jona Website +41552257700 info@rzst.ch
Alfred Escher Statue The Swiss politician and entrepreneur Alfred Escher watches over Zurich's Bahnhofstrasse.
Waid Vantage Point The view from Waid is simply breathtaking. The best times to take the most beautiful souvenir photos are at sunrise and sunset.
Uetliberg – Zurich’s Very Own Mountain Uetliberg is Zurich’s very own "mountain", from where you have beautiful views of the city and lake – and perhaps even a glimpse of the Alps. Website +41444576666
Urania-Sternwarte – That Bit Closer to Heaven Here Zurich lies at your feet – as the Urania-Sternwarte (observatory) bids exciting views of the cosmos. Website +41433171640
Lindenhof – From Roman Fort to Green Vantage Point Over Zurich Lindenhof is an oasis at the heart of the city that looks back on a moving history.
Karlsturm Grossmünster Look and watch over Zurich together with Charlemagne. Website +41442506651 sekretariat.kk.eins@reformiert-zuerich.ch
Felsenegg – Time Out at 2,624-feet Altitude Breathtaking views, countless footpaths and an excursion restaurant attract people to the Felsenegg. Website +41442064680
Polyterrasse, Federal Institute of Technology and Zurich University The Polyterrasse between the ETH and University offers top views over Zurich's old town
Bürkliterrasse – Zurich's Front Row Seat by the Lake From the Bürkliterrasse in Zurich you enjoy views over Lake Zurich as far as the Alps.