Experience Zurich in 2 Days

  1. Day 1: Bahnhofstrasse
    15 minutes (1.2 km) from Zurich Airport

    Bahnhofstrasse is one of the most famous shopping streets in the world. It is lined with luxury boutiques, jewelry stores, and high-end department stores. Don't forget to stop by Confiserie Sprüngli, a Swiss chocolatier that's been around since 1836. You can buy delicious chocolates and pastries or get a cup of hot chocolate and a slice of cake in their café.

  2. Day 1: Grossmünster Church
    10 minutes (800 m) from Bahnhofstrasse

    This Romanesque-style church is one of the four main churches in Zurich. It was built in the 12th century and is known for its striking double towers. Inside, you can see stained glass windows designed by artist Augusto Giacometti and climb up the tower for a panoramic view of the city.

  3. Day 1: Fraumünster Church
    5 minutes (400 m) from Grossmünster Church

    This church was built in the 9th century and is most famous for its stained glass windows by Marc Chagall. The windows were made in the 1970s and 1980s and depict scenes from the Bible.

  4. Day 2: Zurich Zoo
    20 minutes (4 km) from Zurich Main Station

    Zurich Zoo is home to over 4,000 animals from 380 species. Among the most popular is the Masoala Rainforest exhibit, which recreates the tropical rainforest of Madagascar and includes lemurs, reptiles, and birds. The zoo also has a large elephant park, a penguin parade, and a petting zoo for children.

  5. Day 2: Lindenhof Hill
    15 minutes (1.2 km) from Zurich Zoo

    Lindenhof Hill is a historic site in the heart of Zurich's old town. According to legend, it was the site of a Roman castle in the 4th century. Today, it's a peaceful park with a panoramic view of the city, the Limmat River, and the surrounding mountains. You can also see the clock face of St. Peter's Church, which is the largest church clock face in Europe.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Bahnhofstrasse (1-2 hours, free)
  • Grossmünster Church (30-45 minutes, free)
  • Fraumünster Church (30-45 minutes, free)
  • Zurich Zoo (2-4 hours, 28 CHF for adults)
  • Lindenhof Hill (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 28 CHF

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Swiss National Museum, which is located near Zurich Main Station. The museum has over 820,000 objects related to Swiss history and culture, including art, music, and artifacts from the Middle Ages to the present day. If you have less time, you can skip one of the churches or Lindenhof Hill. Keep in mind that Switzerland is an expensive country, so be prepared for high prices. It's recommended to use public transportation, as parking can be expensive and hard to find in the city center.

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