Zurich's Heists and Robberies: A Self-Guided True Crime Tour

2 hours – 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Beneath Zurich’s polished exterior there’s a shadowy world of audacious crimes.

On this self-guided true crime walking tour, you’ll discover the spectacular heists, daring robberies, and brazen escapades that have shocked Switzerland’s financial capital. From multimillion-franc art thefts to daylight raids by international gangs, this tour reveals how Zurich’s concentrated wealth has attracted some of Europe’s most ambitious criminals.

Starting at the Kunsthaus Zurich, you’ll learn about one of Europe’s most spectacular art heists, where masterpieces worth over 200 million Swiss francs were sliced from their frames. You’ll walk the exact escape routes used by notorious gangs like the Pink Panthers during their jewelry store robberies along the prestigious Bahnhofstrasse. While you explore Zurich’s beautiful old town and riverfront, you’ll find out how these glamorous settings became the stage for high-stakes crimes.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours – 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: App for Android and iOS
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Transportation

Itinerary

Kunsthaus Zurich

Passing by

You’ll pass by the Kunsthaus Zürich, home to one of Switzerland’s most important art collections, featuring works from the Middle Ages to contemporary pieces. Please note that entry to the museum is not included in this tour.
Manessebrunnen

Passing by

You’ll catch a glimpse of the Manessebrunnen, a fountain dedicated to the medieval Manesse family, known for their famous manuscript of German poetry. Please note that any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
Grossmunster

Passing by

You’ll pass by the Grossmünster, Zurich’s iconic twin-towered church, a landmark of the city’s Reformation history. Please note that entry to the church is not included in this tour.
Helmhaus

Passing by

You’ll pass by the Helmhaus, a contemporary art gallery showcasing rotating exhibitions of Swiss artists. Please note that entry to the gallery is not included in this tour.
Munsterbrucke

Passing by

You’ll cross the Münsterbrücke, the elegant bridge linking Zurich’s Grossmünster and Fraumünster churches across the Limmat River. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
Stop 6

Passing by

You’ll pass by the Swiss National Museum, housed in a fairytale-like castle that traces Switzerland’s cultural history from ancient times to the present. Please note that entry to the museum is not included in this tour.
Bahnhofstrasse

Passing by

You’ll stroll along Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world’s most famous shopping streets, lined with luxury boutiques and historic buildings. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts at Heimplatz outside the Kunsthaus Zürich. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends at Gessnerallee 17, Zurich.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

Create an account

Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]