Zurich Old Town Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
The most popular tour through Zurich´s historic old town offers fascinating insights into the city´s colorful history.
What do Einstein, James Joyce and Wagner have in common? All three were residents of Zurich. But it´s not only great minds who are captivated by this lakeside city with its well-preserved old town – people from all over the world have always flocked to the thriving metropolis.
On a two-hour walk through the old town, we go searching for clues to the city´s past in its hidden alleyways and picturesque squares. Together, we uncover the secrets of Bahnhofstrasse, find out what a "procession axis" is, and visit a church with a minute-hand that jumps a record-breaking half meter every minute.
This popular tour is filled with numerous astonishing and amusing anecdotes and has plenty to offer both visitors and locals alike.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide (German & English)
What To Expect
Anyone who has questions about Zurich, requires information about city tours and excursions, or would like some insider tips is at the right address at the Tourist Information in the main concourse of Zurich Main Station.
Bahnhofstrasse
You can find everything that your heart desires in Bahnhofstrasse: fashion, art and Zurich specialties attract local residents as well as visitors.
What‘s Included
Explore quaint alleyways and discover hidden gems
Sightseeing in Zurich´s impressive old town
Tour guide with extensive knowledge
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
No entry to the Fraumünster Church
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
English
German Tour
English & German Tour
Reviews
494 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good insight to the old...
Martin F,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good insight to the old town in Zurich - good pace and enjoyed the history of the various sights. We also got a good restaurant rtecomendation
As advertised: City tour Zurich Old Town on foot
katharinasA6232OY,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was an interesting tour, which also offered new insights for me as a Zuricher. I would recommend this leadership and my colleague, who is new to Switzerland, liked it a lot.
A great start to Zurich adventure
David D,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour to start your Zurich adventure. Regula was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable, friendly, and a great personality.
Good two hour Zürich walking tour!
Tom O,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good walking tour of Old Zürich! On a limited time budget this was a great way to cover the history of Zürich. Ling was our guide and we appreciated her guiding us on the tour!
Very easy to find the...
Margsret B,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very easy to find the starting point and very informative . Guide Susan was very friendly and very knowledgeable
Good introduction to...
Mark B,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good introduction to Switzerland and Zurich. Good overview of old city and history of the country for visitors.
Wonderful walk through Zurich Old Town
Expedition712011,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Belinda, was excellent. She kept about a dozen or so of us interested by her informative explanations and pleasant demeanor.
Avoid the old town Zürich tour with Alla.
carolynmL1933VB,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00This tour was one of the worst ones I've ever been on. The guide was not well spoken. She asked if everyone was a tourist. When that fact was established, she went on to ask nothing but trivia questions as if we should know the answers. This was tedious as she was mic'd but we were not. We could not hear people's answers. She then commented on and laughed about their answers. She isolated and confused everyone who could not hear what was happening. She told cringy jokes...told two young girls (twins), roughly 10 yrs old that wine was not for them and laughed hard. These girls were having an awful time, you could see it. The information she covered, when you could hear it, was not interesting or important. She left us standing too long at stops. In the last week I have taken guided tours in Berlin, Bern, and Lucerne. All were tremendously better than this one. We actually left the tour after one hour as my family of 3 could not bear it. The tour guides name was Alla.
Highly recommend this tour
Geraldine H,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Don’t worry if it is raining, wrap up and enjoy a walk through time. Our guide was very knowledgeable and happy to take questions. We only had a short stay in Zürich, but it was definitely enhanced with this tour.
Really informative!
Andrew C,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really informative, professionally presented by a very knowledgable guide who also injected some good humour
From CHF 25.00
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