One Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Zurich

  • 9:00 AM: Zoo Zurich
    Located 20 minutes by tram from Zurich Hauptbahnhof

    The Zoo Zurich is one of the top attractions in the city and home to thousands of animals from all parts of the world. Visitors can learn about conservation efforts, feed giraffes, and even pet goats at the children's zoo.

  • 11:00 AM: Lindenhofplatz
    Located 10 minutes by tram from Zoo Zurich

    Lindenhofplatz is a beautiful and historic public square located in Zurich's Old Town. It offers stunning views of the city and the river Limmat. The area is perfect for a picnic lunch and there are plenty of benches and grassy areas to relax.

  • 1:00 PM: Swiss National Museum
    Located 15 minutes by tram from Lindenhofplatz

    The Swiss National Museum is a great place to learn about Swiss history and culture. The building itself is an impressive castle-like structure, and the museum has a vast collection of artifacts and exhibits covering everything from prehistoric times to the present day.

  • 3:00 PM: Chocolate Factory Lindt
    Located 25 minutes by tram from Swiss National Museum

    No trip to Switzerland is complete without a visit to a chocolate factory! The Lindt factory outlet is a dream come true for chocolate lovers, featuring a wide variety of chocolate treats at reduced prices. Visitors can also take a tour and see how the chocolate is made.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Zoo Zurich (2-3 hours, 28 CHF for adults, free for children under 6)
  • Lindenhofplatz (1 hour, free)
  • Swiss National Museum (2-3 hours, 10 CHF for adults, free for children under 16)
  • Chocolate Factory Lindt (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 38 CHF per adult

Transportation

Most of the attractions on this itinerary can be easily reached by Zurich's excellent public transportation system, including trams and buses. A day pass for unlimited rides costs 8.80 CHF for adults and 4.40 CHF for children. Taxis and Ubers are also available, but can be expensive.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Fraumünster church, Grossmünster church, or taking a boat ride on Lake Zurich. If you have less time, consider skipping the Swiss National Museum or Chocolate Factory Lindt.

Airports

Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the main airport serving the city and is located about 13 km (8 miles) north of the city center. It is a major hub for Swiss International Air Lines and serves many other international airlines. The airport is easy to navigate and offers a variety of transportation options to the city center, including trains and buses.

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