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Free tour

Discover Zurich West, the hidden side of Zurich

Duration: 1h and 45min
Languages: English
Quality Verified Registered on April 14, 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.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

You will experience:

  • Scenic views of Zurich
  • Our locals' best tips for secret spots, restaurants, and places to see in Switzerland
  • The trendy part of Zurich


Zurich West is the unexpected side of Zurich. Multicultural, vibrant, modern, and tastefully grungy in some parts. Here you will get to know the new trendy Zurich. The re-urbanization of the old industrial part contrasts with the red light district. You will see Switzerland's longest viaducts, the Technopark - home of trendy new start-ups in Zurich - Schiffbau a factory turned into a theater, and the Prime Tower, which is currently the highest building in Zurich.

Itinerary:

  • Prime Tower 
  • Toni-Areal
  • Schiffbau
  • Technopark
  • Markthalle
  • Viadukt
  • Josefwiese
  • Freitag Tower, the tallest container tower in the world
  • Puls5
  • Löwenbrau
  • Kornhaus, the tallest operating grain elevator in the world

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  • Meeting point:
    Hardstrasse 201, 8005 Zürich, Switzer...
    Hardstrasse 201, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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    In front of Prime Tower

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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