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Historical Zürich: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Through the city of 1,000 Fountains

8 Reviews 4.50 out of 5 stars Based on 8 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Zurich, Switzerland

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75 to 90 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Zürich is Switzerland’s “kleintropolis“. That is what Max Frisch, a native author and architect, called this place: a small metropolis. Even though the city has grown substantially since Max’s time, on this self-guided audio tour you’ll discover just how well the description still fits!

This walk begins on the Bahnhofstrasse, at the edge of the old town. I’ll lead you along cobblestone streets beside the Limmat River and show you where the Romans and Carolingians settled. We’ll end the tour firmly in the present day at Paradeplatz near Lake Zurich.

The tour includes stories, facts and legends like:

• Where Zurich’s wealth has come from for the last 2,000 from a Roman toll station to private banking
• Medieval Zurich’s guild houses and the Craftsman Revolution
• Charlemagne, his horse and a few headless saints
• King Ludwig‘s daughters and a stag with glowing antlers
• Two brothers different paths to success in the chocolate industry

What's Included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Uraniastrasse
8001 Zürich, Switzerland

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End point

Paradeplatz
8001 Zürich, Switzerland

The tour ends at Paradeplatz

What To Expect

Urania Sternwarte (Pass By)

The tour begins outside the Urania Sternwarte.
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Spielplatz Lindenhof (Pass By)

The tour passes through Spielplatz Lindenhof.
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Lindenhof (Pass By)

The tour takes you to the top of Lindenhof hill.
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St. Peter (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Church of St. Peter on St. Peterhofstatt.
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Thermengasse (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Roman Baths in Zurich.
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Zürich's Town Hall (Pass By)

The tour passes by Zürich's Town Hall.
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Grossmunster (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Grossmünster.
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Quaibrücke (Pass By)

The tour passes over Zurich's Quaibrücke bridge where you'll have a lovely view of Zurich Lake.
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Fraumunster Church (Pass By)

The tour passes Fraumünster Church
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Paradeplatz (Pass By)

The tour ends at Paradeplatz.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: VoiceMap App for Android and iOS.Lifetime access to this tour in English.Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata. The following is NOT included: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.Smartphone and headphones.Transportation.Food and drink. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-110804P264

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  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Cancellation Policy

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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