Best sights in Zurich
A planning-minded collection of Zurich's strongest architecture, culture, historic places, parks, markets, and waterfront anchors — selected from the city's existing Sortie inventory.
Start with the headline architecture, then add one museum, historic area, or outdoor block to give each day a different rhythm.
30 places worth building into a Zurich itinerary · Architecture · Museums · Parks · Historic sights
Arboretum Zürich
Tranquil lakeside park & botanical garden with picnic & swimming areas amid diverse tree species.
Aussichtsturm Uetliberg
Landmark steel-truss tower with an open observation platform & panoramic views of Zurich & the Alps.
Botanical Garden
Botanical Garden is a public landmark in Zollikerstrasse 107, Zürich tied to the civic or historic identity of the surrounding area. It is usually more meaningful for its setting, symbolism, or urban role than for a single exhibit or venue experience.
Brunnen am Zentralhof
Brunnen am Zentralhof is an Attraction in Zurich.
Centralhof Monument
Centralhof Monument is a public landmark in Zürich tied to the civic or historic identity of the surrounding area. It is usually more meaningful for its setting, symbolism, or urban role than for a single exhibit or venue experience.
Chinagarten Zürich
Chinagarten Zürich is an outdoor place in Bellerivestrasse 138, Zürich that offers a break from denser museums, dining, and city blocks. It is typically more about the setting, views, or atmosphere than a single headline attraction.
Döltschihalde
Döltschihalde is a public landmark in Zürich, Switzerland tied to the civic or historic identity of the surrounding area. It is usually more meaningful for its setting, symbolism, or urban role than for a single exhibit or venue experience.
Dora-Staudinger-Strasse
Dora-Staudinger-Strasse is a public landmark in Zürich, Switzerland tied to the civic or historic identity of the surrounding area. It is usually more meaningful for its setting, symbolism, or urban role than for a single exhibit or venue experience.
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Ethnographic Museum at the University of Zurich
Ethnographic Museum at the University of Zurich is a Museum in Zurich.
FIFA Museum
Modern museum featuring 1,000+ exhibits on football, with a sports bar, eateries & a library.
focusTerra
focusTerra is a museum in Sonneggstrasse 5, Zürich with a stronger art, history, or culture focus. It is usually defined by its collections, exhibitions, or the character of the building itself.
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