Switzerland · LOCAL GUIDE WALKS IN ZURICH
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 local guide walks in Zurich worth the francs, with what each costs, what travellers said and the thing to check before you commit.
Zurich private walking tour with a local guide, customized from major sights to hidden alleys, university stops, and viewpoints. 2-5 hours.
“Guide was super sweet and was open with us. We learned a lot and enjoyed our walk.”
Private Swiss hike with a local environment-science expert, Zurich pickup, picnic lunch, and off-track lake and Alps views. 8-9 hours.
“My guide, Marc Gottwald, was the best hiking guide ever. Took me to the most beautiful blue lake. Felt like I was on top of the world. He was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. He explained to me about glaciers, flowers, weather, people, food, etc. Marc made this hike a 10+++.”
A 2-hour Zurich walking tour with a local guide, chocolate tasting, and a funicular ride for panoramic views.
“Mr David our guide is outstanding. He took us around and explained in detail.”
A 60-minute Zurich walking tour with a local from Limmatquai to Lindenhof, covering key sights and practical local tips.
“Alessandro's knowledge and passion truly enhanced our visit to Zurich. His enthusiasm was contagious and he answered any questions we presented with great insight. We genuinely enjoyed every moment of the tour. Thank you Alessandro.”
Small-group Zurich chocolate walking tour with a local, four artisan shops, chocolate samples, and a hot drink, starting at Limmatquai 55.
“While our tour guide seemed affable, our tour with him did not match the description of the tour online. After an hour of walking and stopping in several chocolate shops, we did not get one tasting. We kept asking about the chocolate tastings and he kept offering coffee. The chocolate in Switzerland is amazing, but we had to experience that on our own. A very disappointing tour.”
A 2-hour Zurich chocolate tasting walking tour with a local guide, hot drink, and samples from multiple chocolatiers near City Hall.
“We had a great time! Tried a bunch of different chocolates from shops all over town, took the tram, got a history lesson and had a great time!”
Private 60-minute Zurich walk with a local, landmark stories from Grossmünster to Lindenhof, plus practical bar and café tips.
“Great to get a quick overview about the city. My guide Peter was real super nice and knowledgeable, I had a wonderful time.”
Private custom Zurich walking tour with hotel pickup, flexible timing, and a local guide who can steer you to the right sights and food.
“Belle visite de la ville Merci à notre gentille guide”
Zurich private custom walking tour with a local guide: choose your sights, get practical tips, and walk streets in 2-8 hours.
“I booked a walking tour with them, and it never happened. First, they gave me the incorrect phone number of the guide, and then they provided my tour guide with the wrong hotel, so my tour did not happen!!! I have used this company before in Niagara Falls Canada, and had success so I assumed I would have the same success. I did not therefore I wanted a full refund. They have not responsed to any of my emails to rectify this issuer therefore, I do not recommend them at all.”
A flexible private walking tour in Zurich starting at the Swiss National Museum, with local tips on culture, food, and hidden sights.
“We were stood up. The guide never showed up - without any warning, Terrible!!! We took a taxi to the meeting place, waited for30 min, no one showed up.”
A 60-minute small-group walk with a local through Zurich’s key sights, from Rathaus and Grossmünster to Chagall windows and the clock church.
“He was an outstanding tour guide. So knowledgeable. We learned so much!!! He had a great personality too! I enjoyed this soooo much!!! We saw so many wonderful things and he explained everything!!!”
Private Rhine Falls tour from Zurich with Lino, optional boat time, Rhine towns, and pro photos, plus hotel pickup and flexible pacing.
“We had the privilege of having our tour booked with Lino to the Rhine Falls and the village of Schaffhausen !!! He was amazing!! Giving us every detail possible of the history of the places we were visiting. On top of that he took the most amazing pictures for our memories!! Could not ask for a more enjoyable day, thank you Lino!! Carmen Natalia and José- Puerto Rico”
A small-group Zurich photo walk with a local, hitting Grossmünster, bridges, Augustinergasse, and street art, timed for golden light.
“Fantastic experience. Excellent guide and knowledgeable and personalized to my interests. Great pace too!”
A private Zurich walking tour with a local on Swiss banking history, from Credit Suisse to Paradeplatz, plus insider banking anecdotes.
“Pan ciekawie opowiadał o szczegółach i ciekawostkach bankowych. Ale poza opowieściami o których można przeczytać w Internecie nic szczególnego. Osobiście uważam że wycieczka powinna być organizowana w czasie kiedy banki są otwarte, żeby np. wejść do środka, zobaczyć skarbiec itd. Myślę że fajnie byłoby gdyby przewodnik miał wysokiej jakości wydruki pokazujące bank dawniej i dziś (a nie wyblakłe ksero). Pan bardzo miły ale wycieczka nie warta swojej ceny.”
Zurich day trip to Lucerne and Mount Rigi with cable car and cogwheel train, Lake Lucerne boat ride, and Old Town sights.
“The blurb on the trip does not make clear exactly what you are getting for your money. Whilst the trip is a great trip it did not explain that our guide would not accompany us for much of the trip and we were left at the bottom of Mt Rigi up to the point that we all met up again in Lucerne.”
Every kind of Swiss day out, and the best of each.
