Things to do in Zurich: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Zurich (Switzerland): Zoo Zürich, Chinagarten Zürich, Karlsturm, Naturhistorisches Museum, Pavillon Le Corbusier, 2 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Zurich

Hotels in Zurich

Frequently asked questions about Zurich

When is the best time to visit Zurich?

No month combines 18–33 °C daytime highs with under 100 mm of rain in Zurich; the warmest month is August (26 °C average daytime high).

How many days do you need in Zurich?

Our 2 day-by-day plans for Zurich last 2 to 3 days.

What to do in Zurich in 2 days?

Our “Zurich Essentials” plan: Day 1 — Grossmünster; Day 2 — Lindenhof.

What to do in Zurich in 3 days?

Our “Zurich and Lucerne” plan: Day 1 — Grossmünster; Day 2 — Lindenhof; Day 3 — Lucerne.

Where to stay in Zurich?

Close to the tourist centre: Swiss Night by Fassbind / Claridge (250 m), Seehof (350 m), NiMo (350 m). Our directory lists 292 hotels in Zurich, to contact directly.

What to see in Zurich?

Some places to see in the centre: Zoo Zürich, Chinagarten Zürich, Karlsturm, Volière, Naturhistorisches Museum, Pavillon Le Corbusier.

Sights in Zurich

Museums in Zurich

Parks and gardens in Zurich

Where to eat in Zurich