7 Must-Do Day Trips in Zurich, Switzerland

As the most important city in Switzerland, the best way to experience Zurich is by strolling through the city. There are several places highly recommended for a visit. 1️⃣Bahnhofstrasse Home to the world's top luxury brands and private banks, Bahnhofstrasse is one of the most expensive streets in the world. Shopping here is a pleasure, but just browsing is also great. 2️⃣St. Peter's Church There are many places named St. Peter's Church around the world, but Zurich's St. Peter's Church is not only the oldest in the city, but its tower also houses the largest church clock in Europe. 3️⃣Lindenhof Hill Don't think that just because it's called a 'hill' you have to climb; it's a hill that you can easily ascend, offering an excellent view from the top and a great spot to overlook the entire city of Zurich. It was also a filming location for 'Crash Landing on You'. 4️⃣Augustinergasse Located near Bahnhofstrasse, this street is full of atmospheric restaurants, and of course, the Swiss cheese fondue here is famous. 5️⃣Lake Zurich Walking south from Bahnhofstrasse, you'll reach Lake Zurich, where there are many swans. Sitting on a bench by the lake and watching the swans glide by is the most romantic way to relax. 6️⃣ETH Zurich This is the alma mater of the scientific giant Einstein. Einstein's locker is still on the F floor of the ETH main building. You can also go up to the main building's viewing platform to overlook the Zurich cityscape. 7️⃣Kunsthaus Zurich If time permits, you can spend a whole day here admiring masterpieces by Van Gogh, Picasso, Monet, and others. ⚠️Note: Be sure to wear comfortable shoes. Although Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area, it is not in the Eurozone, and the cost of living is very high. If it's inconvenient to carry luggage, you can store it at the station, which costs about 8 Swiss Francs.