Zurich Sights: Cruise, Lindt Chocolate and optional FIFA Ticket
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Discover Zurich, Switzerland’s cultural hub, on a half-day tour including a half-hour Lake Zurich cruise. Begin with a guided coach tour past the National Museum, the financial district, and the shopping avenue Bahnhofstrasse. Explore elegant districts with stately mansions from bygone eras and admire the high standard of living on the edge of the popular Zürichberg area. Enjoy a half-hour scenic cruise across Lake Zurich, followed by a short walk along the lakeshore. Conclude with a visit to the renowned Lindt Home of Chocolate. Return to the city centre by public bus or tram, either with your guide or independently, using your 24-hour transport ticket to get familiar with Zurich’s excellent system. For those who have selected the optional FIFA Museum ticket, continue your day with an independent visit to explore football’s history through interactive exhibits, original artifacts, and multimedia displays, experiencing iconic moments and legendary players at your own pace.
Your experience
Stop 1
Meet your guide at Sihlquai Bus Station and hop aboard your coach to begin your tour.
Stop 2
Your guide will talk about the city's history and point out landmarks including the castle-like Swiss National Museum, the luxurious shopping street Bahnhofstrasse, and the renowned financial district.
Stop 3
Enjoy the view of picturesque Lake Zurich during a photo stop.
Stop 4
Tour distinguished districts with stately mansions from glorious times past and convince yourself of the high standard of living on the threshold of the popular Zürichberg recreational area.Look out over the Alps before heading to the university quarter, where you'll see Zurich's art museum and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology before entering the Old Town.
Stop 5
Next, take a picture stop in Zurich's Old Town (Altstadt), which dates back to medieval times. Marvel at the patriarchal guild houses, see the famous St. Peter church with Europe's largest clock-face and Fraumünster, one of Zurich's most popular churches known for Marc Chagall's stained glass windows.
Stop 6
Embark on a half-hour sightseeing cruise on the picturesque Lake of Zurich.
Stop 7
After taking in the surrounding scenery from the water, enjoy a leisurely walk along the shores to the Lindt Home of Chocolate in Kilchberg. The visit includes an interactive audio-guided tour through the chocolate museum with chocolate tasting and time for a coffee in the Lindt Café and some souvenir shopping in the world's largest chocolate shop.
Stop 8
Your tour will conclude with a ride by public transport (bus, tram, or boat) to Zurich Main Station.
Stop 9
Only if option selected: Continue your day with an independent visit to the FIFA Museum. Explore interactive exhibits, original artifacts, and multimedia displays that bring football’s history and iconic moments to life, while learning about legendary players and the sport’s rich heritage.
What’s included
- Transportation by comfortable coach, public boat, and public transport
- Visit to the Lindt Home of Chocolate, incl. ticket, audio-guide, and unlimited chocolate tasting
- Guided walking tour of Zurich's Old Town
- 30-minute Lake Zurich cruise (ticket included), then 15-minute walk to the Lindt Home of Chocolate
- Fully guided tour by a professional guide
- FIFA Museum ticket incl. audio-guide (when the option is selected)
- 24-hour ticket for public transport in Zurich (fare zones 110+150)
- Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Personal expenses
- Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
The official departure point for all tours departing from Zurich is Sihlquai Bus Station, near Zurich’s main train station (Zürich HB). Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure at the “Best of Switzerland Tours” counter with your QR code on your voucher ready, printed or electronically.
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour includes a 15 minutes leisurely stroll along the lake to reach the Lindt Home of Chocolate
- Guests visit the FIFA Museum independently after the tour (last admission at 17:30, opening hours on public holidays may vary). Tickets and directions are provided at check-in
- The tour is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility or a severe nut allergy
- Routing may be subject to change without prior notice due to construction or public events
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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