Zurich
Switzerland
Lake, old town and the launchpad for Swiss alpine rail.
Recommended· Level 1
About Zurich
Zurich is compact and immaculate, and its main station connects to nearly every alpine route in the country.
Why go
Lake Zurich, the old town, and day trips to Lucerne and the Jungfrau region.
Best tours & activities
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Where to stay
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Suggested itinerary
- Day 1
Zurich
Old town, Bahnhofstrasse, lake promenade.
- Day 2
Lucerne
Chapel Bridge and Mount Pilatus.
Good with family
- Zurich Zoo
- Lake Zurich boat trips
- Uetliberg mountain
Travel tips
- A Swiss Travel Pass usually beats individual tickets
- Everything is expensive — budget accordingly
- Day trip to Lucerne in 45 minutes by train
Safety in Zurich
Recommended· Level 1
Among the safest cities in the world.
Official U.S. advisoryReviewed 2026-08-07