City break in Zurich. Active leisure ideas for Zurich - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Zurich is not differed by widest choice of night entertainments and noisy discos. This city will be a perfect choice for fans of peaceful rest. Various hiking and cycling rides are very popular here. During them you can not only see all main attractions of the city, but also visit some interesting restaurants and cafes. In the evening the squares of Zurich often host music concerts and performances of street artists.
Zurich is famous for its elite hotels, and Zurich Marriott Hotel has always been one of the most prestigious and expensive. The price of staying in one of the upscale rooms costs no less … Open
The opening of the prestigious Eden Au Lac took place in 1909. For more than a century, the hotel has been open in a unique historical building where it has greeted many noble and famous … Open
Among the mountains, forests and valleys of the region, there are many paths for hiking and cycling of different levels of complexity. Especially popular is the route with a rise of 800 meters high by cable car and a walk along the educational path called "Path of the Planets". It suggests a symbolic journey through a reduced copy of the solar system. In addition, cyclists should look into the small but very picturesque towns of the region - Winterthur, Schaffhausen, and others, connected by cycling routes. If you are looking for extreme entertainment, check out the services of balloons and paragliding in Zurich. They can be found on the outskirts of the city or not far from polygons. Those who are not afraid of heights will be interested in Europe's longest suspension pedestrian bridge - Raiffeisen Skywalk. Moreover, on its territory, everyone can try the cable car called Stuckli Rondo. Ride in one of the rotating cabins with a panoramic view arrived on holiday in Switzerland, travelers will be able in any season.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Zurich and surroundings
Recommended places for active recreation and leisure in Zurich
Oepfelchammer
Where: Rindermarkt 12., Zurich;
Where: Rindermarkt 12., Zurich;
Oliver Twist
Where: Rindermarkt 6., Zurich;
Where: Rindermarkt 6., Zurich;
Rheinfelder Bierhalle
Where: Niederdorfstrasse 76, Zurich;
Where: Niederdorfstrasse 76, Zurich;
Schlauch
Where: Munstergasse 20, Zurich;
Where: Munstergasse 20, Zurich;
Lions
Where: Uraniastrasse 9, Zurich;
Where: Uraniastrasse 9, Zurich;
Nelson
Where: Beatengasse 11, Zurich;
Where: Beatengasse 11, Zurich;
Widder Bar
Where: Rennweg 7, Zurich;
Where: Rennweg 7, Zurich;
Rote Fabrik
Where: Seestrasse 395, Zurich;
Where: Seestrasse 395, Zurich;
Moods
Where: Schiffbaustrasse 6, in the Schiffbau building off Hardstrasse, Zurich;
Where: Schiffbaustrasse 6, in the Schiffbau building off Hardstrasse, Zurich;
El Cubanito
Where: Bleicherweg 5, Zurich; Metro: Kaufleuten;
Where: Bleicherweg 5, Zurich; Metro: Kaufleuten;
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National and city parks around Zurich
♥ National Park 'Schwarzwald' , 61.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch' , 105.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Schwarzwald' , 61.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch' , 105.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Zurich
♥ Amusement park 'Connyland' Lipperswil, 47 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Steinwasen Park' Oberried, 75.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Minigolf-Sportanlag' Schaan/Vaduz, 76 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Familien Park' Villingen-Schwenningen, 78.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Jungfrau Park' Interlaken, 91.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Connyland' Lipperswil, 47 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Steinwasen Park' Oberried, 75.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Minigolf-Sportanlag' Schaan/Vaduz, 76 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Familien Park' Villingen-Schwenningen, 78.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Jungfrau Park' Interlaken, 91.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Zurich
♥ Water park 'Alpamare' Freienbach, 26 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Alpamare' Freienbach, 26 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Zurich
♥ Restaurant 'Ban Song Thai' Zürich. Type - Thai. 0.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Florhof' Zürich. Type - Mediterranean cuisine. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Razzia' Zürich. Type - International. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Metropol' Zürich. Type - Japanese. 0.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Oepfelchammer' Zürich. Type - Traditional cuisine. 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Ban Song Thai' Zürich. Type - Thai. 0.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Florhof' Zürich. Type - Mediterranean cuisine. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Razzia' Zürich. Type - International. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Metropol' Zürich. Type - Japanese. 0.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Oepfelchammer' Zürich. Type - Traditional cuisine. 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Zurich from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Hammetschwand
From the series “Top 16 Most Exotic Elevators and Lifts in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Zurich center - 44.2 km.
After the breathtaking ride with the elevator waiting for a pleasant surprise for the tourists on the lookout platform. Here you can find the wonderful restaurant 'Berghaus Hammetschwand', where you can taste the excellent coffee and the popular national dishes. Hammetschwand is not only the most unusual lift in the country, but a real historical sight of the importance of the state. Thanks to the decent maintenance, it has worked perfectly for more than a century. …
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Sternensauser
From the series “The Longest Ski-Lifts and Cable Trams in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Zurich center - 43.4 km.
Sternensauser is about 2 kilometers, so it’s the longest aerial runway of its kind on the planet. Driving upside down has been originally conceived as a fun ride. Experienced travelers say that trip by zip-line is no less impressive than parajumping and a feeling of free flight simply unique. It’s also worth mentioning that Sternensauser is available in summer only. The fare is about 70 Swiss francs. …
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Tibitis Landscape Ads
From the series “Creative and Incredible Advertising Constructions”
Check on the map: Distance from Zurich center - 69.1 km.
To emphasize this advantageous feature of the restaurant were the unusual advertising installations - the huge forks attached to the tree stump in different cities of the country. The agency Wirz / BBDO has dealt with the development of the advertising campaign. The unusual advertising designs were placed in the country's most popular parks and trade districts. The lush tree tops were literally on the huge forks. The better advertising of the freshness of food can hardly be imagined. …
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Guide to your best city break in Zurich - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Zurich - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Zurich?' disappears immediately.