Private Tour

Self-Guided Audio City Tour in Zurich

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Embark on this captivating self-guided audio tour to discover all the key attractions of Zurich.

Encounter iconic landmarks, such as Grossmünster and Fraumünster, St. Peter’s Church, and the Water Church. Pay tribute to influential figures at the monuments dedicated to Alfred Escher, Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi, Ulrich Zwingli, and Hans Waldmann. Experience the city's pulse at City Hall, Paradeplatz, and Bahnhofstrasse, along with Cabaret Voltaire and Lenin's House. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the stained glass windows and sculptures.

Join us as we unveil more than just the city's main attractions – we'll take you on a journey through time, sharing tales of those who once called this place home. Uncover stories of individuals who did good and evil, made bold decisions and engaged in intrigue, prevented bloodshed and executed innocents, fought for power and helped children. Learn about their hard work, humanity, courage, as well as about tragedies and might-have-been happiness.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Listen to the high-quality audio guide recorded by a professional speaker

Visit all the main tourist attractions of Zurich

Enjoy clear explanation of the route with photos and detailed directions

You will need to have your own mobile phone with internet and headset

There will be no live guide. Instead, you'll explore the city using the link provided after booking

If you decide to see the Fraumunster from inside, the visit will be subject to entrance fee of CHF 5

What To Expect

Alfred Escher Statue

Explore the Alfred Escher Statue, a monument commemorating the influential Swiss politician, which serves as a tribute to his pivotal role in shaping the Swiss economy and railway system.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Pestalozzianlage

Uncover the Monument to Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi, a symbol of enlightenment and educational transformation, prompting reflection on Pestalozzi's profound impact on pedagogy and society.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Self-Guided Audio City Tour in Zurich

Reviews

4.07

15 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Do it.
Edward S,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
A comprehensive review of the city and its history. Vital to placing perspective on what otherwise would be just more landmarks. The audio kept resetting to the beginning though, which is what really annoying after an hour in.
Long tour
Rossie C,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
Starts at the train station, not sure where it ends- we gave up. Enjoyed the city overlook, the churches, and seeing the opera house.
Walking tour with the hubs
Tiffany W,
May 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
It took much longer than 2 hr. Got it done in 3.5 hours and only because I started reading the captions instead of listening. Directions were spot on and the pictures that go along with the directions were a huge help. Would definitely recommend this trip to everyone.
Map would help
Deborah S,
Nov 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
2.00
I Enjoyed historical information provided but I kept getting lost. Not all street signs are visible.
good length, interesting...
Pascal M,
Oct 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
good length, interesting mix of stories and facts with a good mix of meaningful monuments and buildings. need to be careful about battery of your phone.
Walk at your own pace? Yes please!
Charlotte B,
Sep 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was my first time in Zürich and I wanted an in depth experience at my own pace. I also had marked on my phone a few sites or stores I wanted to see as well. This was perfect! I was able to skip aspects I did not want to see very easily and go to additional places without needing to backtrack. I appreciated the thoroughness and the fact that I got a written transcript of the audio. For the price, it was an easy choice. You do need to make sure to have internet and I recommend a good pair of walking shoes because you are going to walk A LOT. It took me about 4-4/12 hours to do the tour but I got to sit and take it all in without feeling rushed. If you want a good experience and have a few hours to explore, you can’t beat this!
Fraud
rbhfxrsrwh,
Sep 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00
The link sent to me never activated. I had to purchase an audio tour elsewhere. Despite day-long contact with Viator customer ‘care’—they refused to issue a refund. Will NEVER use them again.
Self guided audio tour
LeeAnn R,
Aug 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Had a few problems with the audio link in the beginning but was able to get help and the problem fixed quickly. All in all a nice tour. Really liked being able to go at my own pace and spend time (or not) at the different locations
Lived up to the billing
Don Z,
Jul 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00
This tour offered exactly what it said. The directions are good. Covers early - early history in detail which includes ALOT of info about various churches which was a bit more detail than I needed. Seemed to drag for us but did give us our bearings around Old Town. Did not cover items about WWII, the city's bomb shelters, tc. Probably didn't help that our group had been up for 24 hours and had just arrived. Would like to stress this lived up to it's description. It just didn't light our lamp as a 5 Star tour. Was a good value for a low price. We would do it again but we got more out of the more expensive guided tour we did our 2nd day
Audio tour through Zurich
eriklH4193PC,
Jul 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I was discovering places in Zurich which I‘ve only seen on pictures. I recommend this guided audio tour because it explains the history of Zurich quite well in depth and was able to expand my history knowledge and map understanding of Zurich. I think for me as a 17 year old high schooler from Sweden, I prefer a audio tour over a guided tour, because you can decide when to pause to eat lunch, can take relaxed pictures of the places and having to wait until the other people of your tour are away and you can go in the pace you want to go.