Are you thinking of a city break in Switzerland, the country of 26 cantons? Well, today we have prepared a virtual trip that will present you some touristic sights in Zurich that you must enjoy once you arrive here.

 


The Old Town of Zurich

In the middle of this financially strong city, there is hidden a charming historic district. In fact, the area is not called the "old town" for no reason.

Walking along the narrow cobbled streets, you will reach Spiegelgasse. Here you will discover the Cabaret Voltaire, where Hugo Ball and Tristan Tzara created the anarchic movement, the Dada movement. This movement appeared as a reaction of artists to the First World War through which intellectuals respond to the absurdity of this conflict with absurdity.

Once you pass Spiegelgasse, you will be able to visit the house where Lenin lived in 1917 ; if you head towards Neumarkt, you will find The Guild House theater, but also Hans zum Rech, a building that dates back to the Middle Ages.
The two buildings will make you discover how architectural and decorative styles have changed over time.

If you are thinking of spending the night here and you are looking for accommodation in Zurich, you should know that there are more than 40 hotels in this area. Surely, one of these will fit your budget, expectations and needs!

 

Lake Zurich and Bürkliplatz, a place to relax

Lake Zurich is the ideal place to spend a pleasant afternoon. Being a whole complex of alleys, parks and gardens, this tourist attraction is among the favorites of those who love nature or who want to relax after visiting the attractions and tourist attractions of Zurich.
Regardless of whether you want to enjoy a quiet picnic, a walk or a bicycle adventure, you should know that this place is ideal for all these activities.
We also recommend you to embark on a boat ride on the water. The view to the Glarus Alps will be amazing!

Kunsthaus Zürich, the tourist attraction for art lovers

Kunsthaus Zürich or Museum of Fine Arts is one of the most important art museums in all of Europe. It is run by the Zurich Society of Arts, founded by a circle of artists and art lovers in 1787.

It is notable that the museum has the largest art collection of Charles Munch. Besides these, you will find works by Picasso, Monet, Van Gogh , but also by the expressionists Oksar Kokoschka, Beckmann and Lovis.
In fact, the impressionist, post-impressionist and modern schools are very well represented in the Kunsthaus.

Swiss National Museum

An imposing building, like a castle, decorated with neo-Gothic flowers. This is how the Swiss National Museum in Zurich presents itself . Thus, the entire cultural history of the entire country is gathered under one roof.
The Swiss National Museum houses by far the most important collection of Swiss historical and cultural artifacts . The entire collection includes gold and silverware, textiles, costumes, metallurgy, jewelry, watches, musical instruments, crafts and other antiques .

Moreover, 4 important themes are captured inside the building: migration, religious and intellectual history and, last but not least, the political history and economic development of Switzerland. Simply put – the entire past of the country.
You should know that the museum is closed only on Mondays, on the rest of the days access is allowed for an affordable price.

 
 

 

The Zoo, Zurich's favorite tourist attraction for children

Some of the travel enthusiasts who have traveled the world far and wide claim that the Zoo in Zurich is one of the most special zoos in all of Europe.

There are over 360 different species of animals here. Although for some the thought of keeping these animals closed is not at all pleasant, you must know that the specimens here live as close as possible to their own habitat. Thus, penguins swim in cold water, foxes run on an area of ​​13,000 meters of tropical forest and snow leopards can be admired in a rocky landscape like the Himalayas.

If you are with the little ones, keep in mind that there is a Zoolino here , that is, a zoo for children.

Casa Sprüngli, the paradise of sweets

Casa Sprüngli was opened in 1856. Currently, the confectionery is one of the favorite places in the city for both tourists and locals.
It is enough to take a look at the restaurant's window and you will understand why... Truffles, candies, cakes, macarons, which here are called Luxembourgishes - all these represent a paradise of sweets.
If before pampering your taste buds with sweets you want to serve something more substantial, on the confectionery floor you have several options for breakfast or lunch.

Did you know that the Swiss eat an average of 12 kilograms of chocolate per year? Well, they have a good reason... Its quality!
We warmly recommend you to savor and enjoy the "Zurich style" in one of the elegant cafes and patisseries here!

Zurich Toy Museum

The Spielzeugmuseum, the Zurich toy museum, is one of the favorite places for those who want to relive their childhood. Here you will be able to admire the exhibits specific to each era.
Although the place is a small space, the atmosphere is intimate and pleasant. The toys on display once belonged to European children, in the 18th-20th centuries. In fact, they represent, in miniature, the life of each era - from trains and steam engines to dolls accessorized according to the fashion trend of the respective period.