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)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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.
Options
German Tour
English & German Tour
English
Reviews
452 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Alla was informative and...
Gary F,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
3.00Alla was informative and knowledgeable and personable. Old city Zurich is fascinating to walk through and experience. Too many people in the group (18) and the surrounding din in the railroad station and on the main streets made it far too difficult to hear which meant too much information was missed. This should be done with a microphone. I would only recommend if standing beside or directly in front of the guide
Zurich Old Town Waking tour
Corina C,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, I do not recall her name was very well informed,, wanted to share as much information as she could fit in two hours. I enjoyed every minute of the tour. I highly recommend it.
5* Old town Zurich with Claudia!
Joshua M,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Claudia was a wonderful tour guide! She had great historical informations to share as well as local recommendations for us to try. Great sense of humor as well. Cannot recommend this walking tour enough!
Lovely way to take in Old Town
Kathryn L,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00There are some very steep parts in old town, but well worth it for the views and history! Our tour guide, Rosie, was wonderful.
Average Tour
Dev C,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
3.00This tour was average. The guide's voice was so soft that we could hardly hear her. Further, the use of a microphone should have been done.
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Operated by Zürich Tourism, Tourist Information