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At a height of 871 metres above sea level, Uetlibierg is a mountain in the Zurich canton, right next to the city, which offers scenic views, fun picnics, and various other adventure activities.
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The Swiss National Museum is one of the oldest and most famous historical museums in Switzerland showcasing Swiss history in six permanent exhibitions and a few temporary ones. It houses collections on Swiss culture and a study centre.
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The Old Town is the oldest part of the city of Zurich. It is located in Kreis 1, the first district, and is home to some of the best shopping brands, and cultural vibrance. It is the best place to enjoy, eat, relax, and shop. It is also known for its nightlife.
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Kunsthaus museum is one of the most popular museums in Switzerland. It is also the biggest museum in the country. It has a collection of over 4000 artworks of many different artists over hundreds of years, a lot of them Swiss.
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Named after the city, the Lake Zurich is adjacent to the city and is a famous spot for picnics, walks, and even swims during the summers.
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The Zurich Opera House was constructed in 1891 and has been the national venue for theatre, opera, and ballet ever since.
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Experience retail therapy and gourmet indulgence at one of the world’s most renowned boulevards, Bahnhofstrasse, in Zurich city centre. The street represents elegance, luxury, gastronomy, and tourism, making it a popular tourist hub for visitors.
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GrossmÙnster is one of the 4 iconic churches of Zurich. It was built in the Romanesque style around the 12th century.
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The Fraumünster Church is one of the oldest and most important churches in Switzerland. It is one of the four major churches of Zurich. Located in Limmat, the church is one of the most prominent landmarks in Zurich with its green steeple.
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Kunsthalle is another popular contemporary art gallery in Zurich. It is in Kreis 5, on Limmatstrasse.
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Away from the hustle-bustle of the city, the Zurich zoo offers you the chance to observe over 360 species of animals that are present here, from tigers and gorillas to turtles and penguins. An onsite resident elephant park and a rainforest are also a part of the zoo.
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The Botanical Garden Gruningen is a natural spring garden located very near the ancient town of Gruningen. One of the two popular botanical gardens in Zurich, the enchanting garden features indigenous and floral species of 16 different plants.
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The oldest parish church in Zurich, St. Peter's Church stands today with much of its 9th and 10th-century construction still intact. Stepping into St. Peter's Church in the old town, The church houses the largest clock face in Europe.
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Theater am Neumarkt, today is a modern theatre that hosts regular plays that never fail to impress the audience. It is located in Neumarkt, Old town. The theatre offers contemprory plays along with some performances for kids, time to time.
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Situated on the Zürichsee lakeshore, the Pavillon Le Corbusier is a Swiss art museum dedicated to the work of renowned Swiss architect Le Corbusier. It was the last building designed by the architect. It is made using only steel and glass all held together with 22000 bolts.
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Situated in Zurichhorn, the Chinese Garden was a gift to Zurich from the Chinese town of Kunming. The stunning garden has elements of Chinese architecture, along with a pond, small islands, pavilions, and much more. Visitors will also spot an intricately designed palace inside the Chinese Garden vicinity.
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Located on the outskirts of the city, Bruno Weber Park is a massive sculpture park, with beautiful sculptures, a huge number of columns, buildings, towers bridges, and many other structures. It is a huge spread of architectural beauty.
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from city center
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A green oasis in the old part of Zurich, Lindenhof is a square located at the hill of the same name. It has an automobile-free area and is surrounded by nature. It is famous for its amazing views of the river Limmat from a public park uphill.
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Rietberg Museum is something you certainly can’t miss to experience the art forms of different parts of the world. The exhibitions displayed at this museum of Switzerland is surprisingly the third largest on in Zurich.
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Confiserie Sprüngli is the creator of the world-famous Swiss chocolate and a globally acclaimed confectionery store. Originally, the Confiserie Sprüngli was the posh hangout spot for the high class, however overtime it became a popular landmark for the entire population.
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from city center
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The Bellerive Museum is renowned for the best collection of Fine Arts in the country, ranging from unique objects, handicrafts, contemporary designs, and much more. Situated along Zurich Lake, the beige villa with antique vibes is hard to miss.
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Bürkliplatz is a square that fits everything from a boat dock, an art area, a lakeside park, and a marketplace in a single space. Very much a lively place with a flea market and serene waters of Lake Zurich, you experience the best of both worlds at this spot.
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FIFA Museum is a one-stop destination for football and sports fans located in the heart of Zurich opposite Bahnhof Enge train station. The museum is home to the original FIFA World Cup Trophy and a magnificent Soccer Pinball machine.
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Niederdorf, surrounded by the Limmat river, is a part of Zurich's old town that stretches until Bellevue and has several shopping complexes, bars, and street vendors. It is famous for its medieval history and squares and offers a fantastic lake view.
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Uhrenmuseum Beyer Zurich is located in the center of the city at Bahnhofstrasse 31. As the world's largest private museum dedicated to clocks and watches, its exhibits include high-end sundials, sandglasses, fire clocks, and water clocks.
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The Museum of Design is located at two different locations, Ausstellungsstrasse and Pfingstweidstrasse. It is a section of the Department of Cultural Analysis dedicated to visual communication, industrial design, craftsmanship, and architectural pieces. It has a collection of posters, designer products, aesthetic graphics, and art.
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The Adliswil Felsenegg Cable Car is the only aerial cable car in Zurich with sightseeing points from Adliswil in Sihl Valley to Felsenegg Hill. Situated 800 m above sea level, the only public cable car providing a tour across Lake Zurich in five minutes gives a thrilling experience.
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Paradeplatz is a key square found on the trolley streets of Bahnhofstrasse and is one of Switzerland's most expensive real estate streets. Home to the biggest Swiss banks, Suisse and UBS, Paradeplatz is close to the Limmat river with the modernist buildings all around.
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Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe, stands near Schaffhausen in northern Switzerland, delighting visitors with its picturesque views and volume of water. The Rhine Falls provides a majestic spectacle as the water plunges from a height of 23 meters amid vineyards and quaint farming lands.
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The Zurich town hall is a 700-year-old structural masterpiece, combining Baroque and Renaissance architectural styles. Sitting over the bank of the Limmat River, Zurich's Town Hall displays different pieces of art that tell the story of the city's political development.
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The Appenzell District, a small and quaint canton in the picturesque rolling hills of northeast Switzerland, boasts rural customs and cultural ceremonies unique to the Alpstein region. This car-free district boasts beautiful lanes and shops.
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The largest park in Switzerland, Irchel Park, is located in the heart of Zürich-Unterstrass. It offers a beautiful landscaped scenic view of meadows and lakes. It has open grasslands, a large children's play area, and an alluring artificial lake.
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Sechseläutenplatz is an ideal square for relaxing. This square is neighboured by crystal blue Zurich Lake and the royal Bernhard Theater. Trees, fountains, traditional huts, and decorated pavilions add to the ambiance of the square.
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Seilbahn Rigiblick provides a five-minute ride between the scenic Zurichberg Hill and downtown Zurich, northeast of the city. The ride across the dense foliage and trees offers the chance to see breathtaking views of the city and the lake.
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Home to ample trees creating an alluring aura since 1837, the Old Botanical Garden is a blissful spring garden in downtown Zurich. Throughout the garden, you will find a variety of preserved exotic collections of floral and medicinal plants located near the beautiful Schanzengraben moat and the Bauschänzli bastion.
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Zurich's oldest park, Park Platzspitz, is set around a quaint and relaxing setting amid tree-lined pathways next to the Swiss National Museum. The verdant park runs alongside the Limmat and offers a mix of blue and green scenery.
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Belvoir Park, one of the largest parks in Zurich, attracts tons of visitors every day for its landscaped garden, city views, mountains, scenic beauty, and the lake terrains. Located in Zurich's Enge, this cultural heritage is built in neoclassical architecture style with a carefully crafted arboretum that provides an aesthetic experience combined with historical significance.
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Tonhalle Zurich, home of the Tonhalle Orchester Zurich, is a grand symphony orchestra hall built in 1898 that provides a platform for art performances. Tonhalle, recognized as one of the finest concert halls in Zurich, was partially demolished and has since been restored, fully furnished with colourful ornaments and modern amenities. The hall was designed by two well known Vienna architects, Ferdinand Fellner and Hermann Helmer, in a way that would provide the best orchestral experience to the members of the audience.
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Zurich's Christmas markets are traditionally held each year at different locations, from Niederdorf to Christkindlimarkt to the lakeshore opposite the Opera House, with festive assortments and scented cinnamon goodies. In addition to enchanting visitors with their great background, Zurich Christmas Markets are warmly lit with glittering lights. Furthermore, they are accompanied by Christmas carols that give the city a festive feel.
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This historic building built in 1898, is Switzerland's largest collection of the culture and history of the country. Walk through the lives of people, the evolution of art, and even daily objects, from prehistory to the modern day.
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In the heart of Zurich, on 17 acres in the Gablerstrasse, Rietberg Museum boasts an incredible collection of artworks, artefacts, and cultural treasures from Oceania, Asia, Africa, and America. Known as the city's 'Emerald', the museum contains 30,000 objects, including Chinese ceramics, African art, and Indian paintings, making it an interesting place to visit.
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Confiserie Sprungli is a historical cafe-salon located in the heart of Paradeplatz and serves a variety of delectable bakery items and patisseries. With its brunch buffet, confectionery, marmalades, delicious jams, handcrafted loaves of bread, and Sprungli Bircher Muesli, this place is a Zurich favourite for its modish ambience and tasty Swiss food.
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Bahnhofstrasse begins at Zurich's Bahnhof, Switzerland's largest railway station, in the heart of the city. It is one of the most luxurious and exclusive shopping streets in the city. The street that connects the Zurich railway station with Lake Zurich is 1.4 km long and is home to numerous department stores, fashion boutiques, antique stores, and Swiss banks, as well as Paradeplatz, a popular square.
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Theater am Neumarkt or Theater Neumarkt is a contemporary theater in Zurich based across the street from Neumarkt. The theater presents plays, music concerts, and other performances on various topics. With its Renaissance architecture and a touch of voguish interiors, theatre was built by David Morf in 1742 as a guild house and is now part of the Swiss inventory of cultural assets of national and regional significance
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Proudly boasting of being one of the four major Churches located in Zurich, the Fraumunster Church is an architectural masterpiece and a walk down the history lane. The Green spire of the Fraumunster Church is a landmark for Zurich and a highly popular destination. Perhaps the most interesting part of its history is that the Fraumunster Church was established in A.D. 853 and was originally the home for female members of the Aristocrat. Fraumunster is literally translated into Women’s Minster, courtesy to its original inhabitants. Located near the River Bank exemplifying rich Gothic architecture, the Fraumunster Church’s highlights include the stunning Chagall Stained Window Art, the Crypt Museum, live performances, fresco art, and much more. While the Fraumunster Church is open throughout most of the year, the best time to visit is during heavy sunlight in the months of summer, to enjoy the vibrant hues of the glass art.
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from city center
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The Fraumunster Church is one of the most prominent landmarks in Zurich, built by King Louis in the 9th century on the west bank of the Limmat river. The church celebrates its historic structure with a Romanesque chancel and a vaulted transept. In addition to the rosette made by Augusto Giacometti and Marc Chagall, the church is notable for its pretty stained-glass windows decorated with paintings and colour stains.
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Nothing less than an architectural masterpiece, the Pavillon Le Corbusier was the last and somewhat incomplete creation of the renowned Swiss architect Le Corbusier. It was the last piece Corbusier was working on, and thus in his memory, this project was converted into a museum which today receives international acclaim. The entire structure is made of steel and glass which makes it a noteworthy visit. Housing collections of Corbusier’s original works and his private collection; the Pavillon along with the exhibitions it hosts is art in itself. The abstract construction is a popular destination and the best time to visit the Pavillon is during the months of summer, especially during daylight.
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The St. Peter's Church is a historic Zurich church. It is the oldest parish church of the city, parts of it dating back to the 9th and 10th centuries, and was the only parish church before the reformation.