Free tour
Scenic Zurich Old City Tour: the Original
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Guru: Free Walk Zurich
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Registered on 14 April 2023
Free Walk Zurich is the original free walking tour in Zurich since 2013. We are a team of passionate and experienced local guides who, for over 10 years, are dedicated to providing visitors with an unforgettable experience of the city of Zurich, its history, culture, and hidden gems. We believe that the best way to discover Zurich is by foot, and our guided walking tours are designed to take visitors on a journey through the city's past and present, while showcasing its unique architecture, food, and culture.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
You will experience:
- scenic views of Zurich
- our locals' best tips for secret spots, restaurants, and places to see in Switzerland
- places where history was made
Learn how a Roman toll point became the city with the best quality of life and one of the most expensive cities in the world.
See the influence of Charles the Great, Vladimir Lenin, Albert Einstein and Marc Chagall in the economic and scientific center of Switzerland. You will discover the power struggles, trickery, money and art that shaped the city. Visit hidden gems and hear about Zurich life and legends.
Itinerary:
- Paradeplatz
- Bahnhofstrasse
- Münsterhof
- Fraumünster
- St Peter's church
- Lindenhof
- Rathaus
- Niederdorfstrasse
- Grossmünster
- The hidden squares in Zurich
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Paradeplatz 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Meeting next to UBS at Paradeplatz 8
1
Outside visit
Paradeplatz
We start the tour at the heart of the financial place, which hosts the largest banks in Switzerland
2
Outside visit
Bahnhofstrasse
Zürich's main shopping street used to be a waterway and where the city walls were
3
Outside visit
Münsterhof
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour reviews
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Professionalism
4.78
Fun
4.45
Communication
4.64
Quality
4.58
Route
4.55
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
