About this experience
See the best of Zurich, Switzerland's economic and cultural hub, with a sightseeing bus tour. Your journey takes you past the Swiss National Museum, the Bahnhofstrasse shopping avenue, and the bustling financial district. While savouring the views of Lake Zurich, pass by the Opera House and the university quarter where Albert Einstein once pursued his studies. Then, stroll through the Old Town featuring historic guild houses and churches adorned with Marc Chagall's stained glass windows.
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What to expect
Meeting point — Sihlquai Bus Station
Make your own way to Zurich Sihlquai Bus Station, a short walk from Zurich HB (main train station).
Swiss National Museum & Bahnhofstrasse
The tour sets off past the turreted Swiss National Museum and along the famous Bahnhofstrasse shopping avenue.
Financial district
Drive through the heart of Zurich's banking quarter, with your guide providing context on the city's economic significance.
Enge Harbour photo stop
Step off the bus at Enge Harbour for a dedicated photo opportunity with panoramic views of Lake Zurich.
Opera House & university quarter
Pass the grand Opera House and the university district, including the institute where Einstein once studied.
Kunsthaus Art Museum
Drive past one of Switzerland's leading art museums, home to an important collection of modern and contemporary works.
Guided Old Town walk
Explore the medieval lanes on foot with your guide, visiting the Church of St. Peter, the Grossmünster, and the Fraumünster with its Chagall windows.
Tour end — Limmatquai Street or Sihlquai Terminal
The tour concludes either at Limmatquai Street in the heart of the city or back at the original departure point.
Meeting point
Limmatstrasse 2, Zürich, Switzerland (Sihlquai Bus Station)
Make your own way to Sihlquai Bus Station, a short walk from Zurich Hauptbahnhof (HB). Look for the tour bus and your guide at the designated stop. Your mobile ticket can be presented on your phone — no printing required.
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- Mobile ticket or printed confirmation
- Comfortable walking shoes for the Old Town section
- Camera or phone for the lake photo stop
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Know before you go
Free cancellation.Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before your booked start time. Cancellations made within 24 hours of departure are non-refundable.
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Frequently asked questions
Where exactly do I meet the tour?
The tour departs from Sihlquai Bus Station, Limmatstrasse 2, Zürich — a short walk from Zurich HB (the main train station). Arrive a few minutes before your booked slot.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. A mobile ticket on your phone is accepted. Simply show your booking confirmation to the guide at the meeting point.
Is this tour suitable for young children?
Yes. Children under 6 travel free of charge, though no seat will be reserved for them. Older children require a paid ticket.
Where does the tour finish?
You can choose to end at Limmatquai Street in the Old Town area, or continue back to the Sihlquai Bus Terminal where the tour began.
Can the itinerary change?
The route is subject to change due to weather or traffic conditions, but all major landmarks are typically covered.
Is the tour conducted in English?
Language information was not specified by the operator — please check your booking confirmation or contact us before travel if this is important to you.