Stunning Views In Zurich
Stunning Views In Zurich
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Discover the best views in Zurich. From downtown gems to breathtaking views from above the city. Benefit from tips only a local would know.
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Downtown Views
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Grossmünster
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Climb the Karlsturm tower inside the Grossmunster for spectacular views of downtown Zurich all the way to the lake. It costs CHF 5 and is open from around 10am to 4pm (check the link for exact times).
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Lindenhof
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A relaxing park where you can enjoy panoramic views of downtown Zurich: including the Limmat River and parts of the old town. Also a great place to relax and take a break during a tour of the old town.
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Polyterrasse
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Take a fun ride on a local funicular train to the ETH university and enjoy sweeping views of downtown Zurich. Maybe grab a coffee or a drink at the bar below on a hot day or head into the see the university where Einstein used to teach. The Polybahn funicular takes you up here from next to Starbucks at the Central tram stop. The ride is part of the local ZVV public transport ticket (or Swiss Travel Pass).
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Rooftop Bars
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OOO Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
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Relax on the rooftop of one of Zurich's best rooftop bars. Get here early for a late afternoon for an apero drink or book yourself in for dinner.
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George Bar
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Enjoy a evening cocktail or marvellous meal in great ambience at the George Bar above the Zurich Casino.
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Jules Verne Panoramabar
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A stunning place for a meal in downtown Zurich with a top floor restaurant and stunning views of the area. Bookings are a must.
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Close To Downtown
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Freitag Tower
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Explore Zurich West and discover one of Zurich's most famous designer bag stores that is also a stack of shipping containers - with an epic free view! And it's right next door to a fun place for a bite to eat and drink - Frau Gerold's Garten. Take the train to Hardbrücke or tram to Escher-Wyss Platz and it's close by.
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Prime Tower - Clouds Restaurant
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Go for a sunset cocktail or a classy night out at Clouds on the top of the Prime Tower - Zurich's tallest building. Enjoy unique views of Zurich's industrial quarter and distant downtown Zurich from the top. Bookings required.
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Käferberg & Waid
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Discover one of the best kept views in Zurich from nearby Waid below the Käferberg. You can also enjoy a meal at Die Waid Restaurant close by, or take a walk in the forest above on Käferberg. It can be reached easily from Bucheggplatz (lots of trams and a short walk) or by bus 46 (Kempfhofsteig stop).
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Further Afield
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Uetliberg
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A great half-day out with stunning views of the city of Zurich and Lake Zurich, all the way to the distant Alps. Climb the lookout tower (2 CHF) or have a meal at UTO KULM on top. You can also just buy a snack and take a seat at the lookout area with unforgettable views. You can hike your heart out around here or even do some sledding here in winter.
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Loorenkopf Tower
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A relaxing forest hike takes you to this unforgettable lookout just 45 minutes from Zurich Zoo. View os the city, the lake and the Alps including - Jungfrau, Eiger, Rigi, Pilatus and many more. Catch a tram to Zurich ZOO and follow your Google maps here. You can return the same way, or walk downhill to Witikon and catch the bus back to town.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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My name is Ashley, and I have been living in Switzerland for over 20 years! I have traveled every corner of Switzerland and know this country inside-out. I specialise in Swiss Travel intineraries and share my knowledge of the best attractions and experiences in places like Lucerne, Zurich, Interlaken, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Bern and more.
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