Zurich: City Tour with Ferry and Cable Car Ride

Old Town, Lucerne, Zurich



Discover the best of Zurich on a half-day guided walking tour. Explore the Old Town, enjoy a ferry ride on Lake Zurich, and take a cable car to a panoramic hilltop.

Zurich Half-Day Walking Tour with Lake Ferry and Cable Car Ride

This six-hour guided tour in Zurich suits visitors wanting to explore the Old Town, enjoy a Lake Zurich ferry ride, and ascend a nearby panoramic hill.

Highlights

  • Cable car ride to a panoramic hilltop
  • Explore Zurich Old Town and its artisanal shops
  • Ferry ride on Lake Zurich
  • Visit landmarks including ETH Zurich and Niederdorf
  • Walk along Bahnhofstrasse and visit Paradeplatz

Description

Begin by exploring Zurich’s historic Old Town. Walk through the streets and see ETH Zurich, Niederdorf with its artisanal shops, Limmatquai, Lindenhof, Fraumünster, Grossmünster, Paradeplatz, and Bahnhofstrasse.

After a short lunch break at your own expense, take a scenic ferry ride on Lake Zurich. Enjoy views of the city and surrounding Alps as you cross the lake.

Conclude with a cable car trip to Felsenegg, a local hilltop offering panoramic views of Zurich and its mountains.

Includes

  • Guided walking tour of Zurich
  • Visit to Old Town
  • Ferry ticket on Lake Zurich
  • Cable car ticket
  • Funicular ticket
  • Visits to ETH/Polyterrasse, Niederdorf, Limmatquai, Lindenhof, Fraumünster, Grossmünster, Paradeplatz, and Bahnhofstrasse

Excludes

  • Lunch
  • Souvenirs
  • Drinks

Important Information

  • Tour lasts approximately 6 hours
  • Walking and public transport are involved
  • Lunch is not included

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For comfort, wear walking shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing. The best time to visit is during clear weather for optimal views from the cable car and lake ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Zurich Old Town, ETH Zurich, Niederdorf district, Fraumünster, Grossmünster, Bahnhofstrasse, and Paradeplatz.
The tour lasts approximately half a day, combining walking, ferry, and cable car rides around Zurich.
The cable car ride ascends to Felsenegg hilltop, offering panoramic views near Zurich.
Yes, the tour includes a ferry ride on the clear waters of Lake Zurich.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and suitable for most age groups, with walking and easy transport modes.
The tour typically starts in Zurich Old Town, near key landmarks such as ETH Zurich and Niederdorf.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as the tour includes walking through Zurich’s Old Town and along Bahnhofstrasse.
The tour is available year-round; check the website for current schedules and weather considerations.
Yes, the tour includes exploring artisanal shops in Zurich’s Niederdorf district.
Yes, the tour is guided to provide historical insights and details about Zurich’s landmarks and sites.

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