Zurich is a city that is constantly evolving and reinventing itself. Bankers no longer rule the streets here; rather you’ll find vibrant neighbourhoods, young Swiss creatives, a ton of boutique shops and plenty of new restaurants and galleries. We might still he a reputation as one of the leading finance hubs of the world, but there’s a whole lot more happening in Zurich once you scratch the surdace. Below you’ll find my picks of the absolute best things to do in Zurich (or ‘Zuri’, as we call it here).
What is the best time of year to visit Zurich?There’s never a bad time to visit Zurich; in the summer it’s all about our open-air swimming, and in the winter, nothing beats fondue and exploring the beautiful Christmas lights and markets dotted around town. World class museums, art galleries and easy access to some of Switzerland’s most beloved mountains, national parks and gardens make this an all-year-round destination. Trust us on that one.
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Michelle Tchea is a writer based in Lausanne, Switzerland, who spends much of her time in Zurich. At Time Out, all of our trel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. This guide includes affiliate links, which he no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.