Christmas Walking Tour in Zürich: Exploring Holiday Charm

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About this activity

By combining elements of history, storytelling, and firsthand experiences at the Christmas markets, this interactive WALKING tour will provide you with insights into Zurich's past while immersing you in the festive spirit of the season.

In an hour and a half, you not only get a valuable lesson about the history of several tourist objects, but you also discover the winter traditions, such as Advent calendars or Christmas trees.

1. Visit holiday markets and find out the history of the city of Zurich.

2. Convenient meet-up location: The tour begins at Zurich's centrally-located main train station, making it easily accessible for participants.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Ontime

Ages: Children (7–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide

Itinerary

Railway main station Zurich & ShopVille

20 min

The Christmas market held at Zurich Main Station is one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe.
Stop 2

10 min

Zürich Werdmühleplatz is a vibrant public square located in the heart of Zurich. It is known for its charming atmosphere, lively events, and historical significance.
Lindenhof Hill

30 min

Situated nearby, Lindenhof Hill offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful views of the Old Town, Limmat River, and surrounding areas. It's a great spot to relax and enjoy the scenery.
Bahnhofstrasse

20 min

Experience the Christmas lights: Explore the dazzling Christmas lights and decorations adorning the streets and buildings in Zurich during the winter season. Take a walk along Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich's famous shopping street, to see the stunning displays, guided by a tourist guide who will tell you the magical stories behind the special places.
Sechselautenplatz

10 min

During the Wienachtsdorf, the square is transformed into a winter wonderland with beautifully decorated wooden chalets selling a variety of Christmas goodies. The atmosphere at Wienachtsdorf is enchanting, with twinkling lights, live music performances, and a cozy festive ambiance.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Close to InfoPoint SBB (ShopVille-Zürich Hauptbahnhof), at Station Zürich HB (floor 0). In front of the red kiosk which belongs to SBB.

The tour guide will have a screen in his hand with the names of the tour participants.

End point

The Zurich Opera House is located on Falkenstrasse, on the northeast shore of Lake Zurich. It’s within walking distance of the Old Town area as well the large Zurich Stadelhofen railway station, which connects to many other parts of the city.