Efficient Dublin to Zurich Travel and Exploration Itinerary

Day 1: Travel and Explore

Zurich, Switzerland on May 4, 2025

1:30PM

Flight from Dublin to Zurich

Take an early afternoon flight from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Typical flight time is about 2.5 hours.
EUR150-200, 2h30m

4:00PM

Check-in and Refresh at Hotel

Arrive in Zurich, take a taxi or train to your accommodation in central Zurich to settle in and refresh.
Variable, 1h

5:00PM

Explore Bahnhofstrasse

Walk along Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world's most exclusive shopping streets, perfect for an evening stroll and people watching.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Zeughauskeller

Enjoy traditional Swiss cuisine in a historic armory setting. Popular dishes include Zurich-style veal and rosti.
CHF30-50, 1h30m
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Day 2: Culture and Nature

Zurich, Switzerland on May 5, 2025

8:30AM

Breakfast at Café Sprüngli

Start your day with Swiss pastries and coffee at this famous Zurich institution.
CHF10-15, 1h

9:30AM

Visit Kunsthaus Zürich

Explore Switzerland’s premier art museum showcasing classic and contemporary works, open from 10AM to 6PM.
CHF23, 2h

11:45AM

Boat Ride on Lake Zurich

Enjoy a scenic one-hour boat cruise on Lake Zurich, offering beautiful views of the city and surrounding hills.
CHF8-12, 1h

1:00PM

Lunch at Fischstube

Savor fresh fish dishes on the lakeshore in a charming setting near the Old Town.
CHF25-40, 1h

2:30PM

Stroll through Old Town (Altstadt)

Wander through Zurich’s historic center with narrow alleys, medieval buildings, and quaint shops.
Free, 1h30m

4:00PM

Visit Grossmünster Church

View the twin-towered landmark church open to visitors from 10AM to 5PM, including a climb to the tower for panoramic city views.
CHF5, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Hiltl

Enjoy a delicious vegetarian meal at the oldest continuously open vegetarian restaurant in the world.
CHF30-50, 1h30m
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