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Top things to do in Zurich

32 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Museum
Museum4.5

Beyer Clock and Watch Museum

203 reviews

A specialist museum in central Zurich showcasing a vast collection of timepieces, from antique clocks to modern watches.

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What is the most visited attraction in Zurich?

Beyer Clock and Watch Museum draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Zurich, with 203 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Zurich do visitors rate highest?

Lake Zurich, Eastern Bank holds the highest rating in Zurich among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.5 out of 5 from 116 reviews. It is less busy than Beyer Clock and Watch Museum, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Neighborhood
Neighborhood4.5

Lake Zurich, Eastern Bank

116 reviews

Scenic lakeside promenade on Zurich's eastern shore with parks, swimming spots, and views of the Alps.

Park & nature
Park & nature4.5

Flussbad Oberer Letten

112 reviews

A popular public bathing spot along the Limmat River in Zurich, featuring wooden decks, grassy areas, and clear water for swimming.

Sight
Sight3.5

Kaufleuten

104 reviews

A historic cultural venue in Zurich's city center, hosting concerts, club nights, and events in a grand 19th-century building.

Market
Market4.5

Teuscher Chocolates of Switzerland

103 reviews

A luxury Swiss chocolate shop on Zurich's Bahnhofstrasse, known for its Champagne truffles and handcrafted confections.

Seebad Utoquai
Landmark4.5

Seebad Utoquai

99 reviews

A historic lakeside bathhouse and landmark in Zurich, offering swimming and sunbathing with stunning views of Lake Zurich.

Sechselautenplatz
Landmark4

Sechselautenplatz

71 reviews

A large public square in Zurich, famous for hosting the spring Sechseläuten festival and offering views of the lake and Alps.

Sight
Sight2.5

Holmes Place

54 reviews

A fitness center located on the upper floors of the Jelmoli department store in central Zurich, offering gym facilities and wellness services.

Market
Market4.5

Victorinox Flagship Store Zurich

41 reviews

Flagship store of the iconic Swiss knife brand in Zurich's old town, offering a vast selection of knives, watches, and travel gear.

Market
Market4.5

Franz Carl Weber

40 reviews

Franz Carl Weber is a historic toy store in Zurich's main train station, beloved for its vast selection of toys and nostalgic charm.

Sight
Sight4.5

Stadtbad Zuerich, Hammam & Spa

38 reviews

A historic hammam and spa in Zurich offering traditional Turkish baths, steam rooms, and relaxation in an ornate setting.

Entertainment
Entertainment2.5

X-TRA

26 reviews

A nightlife venue in Zurich's trendy Kreis 5 district, known for its eclectic events and industrial-chic atmosphere.

Sight
Sight3.5

Volkshaus Bar

26 reviews

Volkshaus Bar is a lively nightlife spot in Zurich's Zurich 4 district, housed in a historic building with a modern twist.

Eldorado
Sight4.5

Eldorado

21 reviews

Eldorado is a vibrant cultural hub in Zurich's Kreis 5 district, known for its eclectic events, art exhibitions, and lively bar scene.

Sight
Sight4

LAGO Bootsvermietung Utoquai

19 reviews

Rent a paddleboat or electric boat on Lake Zurich at this popular dock near the Opera House, with stunning views of the Alps and city skyline.

Sight
Sight1.5

Boat 4 Rent

16 reviews

Boat rental service at Port Wollishofen on Lake Zurich, offering self-drive boats for exploring the lake and city skyline.

Market
Market4.5

Flohmarkt Kanzlei Zurich

15 reviews

Popular flea market in Zurich's Kreis 4 district, offering vintage goods, antiques, and bric-a-brac every Saturday.

Kunsthaus Zürich
Museum

Kunsthaus Zürich

Kunsthaus Zürich is one of Switzerland's premier art museums, housing an extensive collection from the Middle Ages to contemporary works.

Urania Sternwarte
Museum

Urania Sternwarte

Public observatory in Zurich offering guided tours and night sky viewing through historic telescopes.

FIFA Museum
Museum

FIFA Museum

Interactive museum dedicated to football history, featuring memorabilia, exhibits, and a gaming zone.

Tonhalle, Zurich
Entertainment

Tonhalle, Zurich

Tonhalle Zurich is a historic concert hall and home to the acclaimed Tonhalle-Orchester, offering superb acoustics and diverse musical programs.

Swiss National Museum
Museum

Swiss National Museum

Museum of Swiss cultural history housed in a fairy-tale castle-like building near Zurich's main station.

Grossmünster
Religious site

Grossmünster

Landmark Protestant church with twin towers offering panoramic views of Zurich and the Alps.

Fraumünster
Religious site

Fraumünster

Historic Zurich church renowned for its stunning stained-glass windows designed by Marc Chagall.

Rietberg Museum
Museum

Rietberg Museum

Explore global art in a serene park setting at the Rietberg Museum in Zurich.

Paradeplatz
Landmark

Paradeplatz

Paradeplatz is the central square of Zurich's financial district, known for its grand bank buildings and as a tram hub.

Chinese Garden, Zurich
Park & nature

Chinese Garden, Zurich

Find tranquility in a traditional Chinese garden, a gift from Zurich's sister city Kunming.

Museum of Design, Zurich
Museum

Museum of Design, Zurich

Discover innovative design and applied arts at the Museum of Design, Zurich.

Lindenhof hill
Landmark

Lindenhof hill

Historic hilltop park in Zurich's old town with panoramic views of the city, river, and Alps.

Zurich Opera House
Entertainment

Zurich Opera House

Zurich Opera House is a premier venue for opera and ballet, known for its stunning architecture and world-class performances.

Bahnhofstrasse
Neighborhood

Bahnhofstrasse

Bahnhofstrasse is Zurich's iconic shopping boulevard, lined with luxury boutiques, department stores, and banks, stretching from the main station to Lake Zurich.

Altstadt (Zurich)
Neighborhood

Altstadt (Zurich)

Altstadt is Zurich's historic old town, a maze of medieval streets, landmarks, and vibrant culture along the Limmat River.