Zurich Historic Old Town Audio Self Guided Tour

Explore the Old Town through its churches, fountains, monuments, and guild houses at your own pace, anytime. This tour is self guided, hands free and plays automatically as you walk, and it's all powered by the technology on your walking tour app. You’ll see where civic life took shape, learn about the Reformation that transformed the city, and visit landmarks that continue to define Zurich today. And you’ll see some of the best places to eat. We’ll move from quiet courtyards to lively squares and riverside views, stopping at historic sites that reveal how Zurich grew into Switzerland’s cultural and financial center. Many of the sites are hidden gems and not to be missed. The tour is smartphone guided, hands free and location aware. Go at your own pace, anytime.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   5 min

   Today, the original can be seen at the Landesmuseum Zürich, while a faithful reproduction of the inscription is displayed here, near the archaeological exhibit at Lindenhof, making it accessible for public education.

2. 2

   Christkatholische Kirche Basel-stadt

   Pass by

   Thge tour starts in front of the historic Christkatholische Augustinerkirche where you'll hear the church and the area's history then be guided step by step through Zurich.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   5 min

   Who is Klima-Zwingli? Discover this hidden gem and hear his historic story.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   5 min

   Historic restaurant with a historic story.

5. 5

   Junobrunnen

   5 min

   Junobrunnen’s inauguration in 1872 represented more than just the unveiling of a fountain; it symbolized Zurich’s wider push for civic renewal during a transformative century.

6. 6

   Fraumunster Church

   5 min

   Beyond its historic governance role, Fraumünster Church is renowned for its evolving architecture and artistic treasures. Its foundations date back to the 9th century, showing Romanesque roots that evolved into a primarily Gothic style over time.

7. 7

   Hans Waldmann Statue

   5 min

   Waldmann’s rapid rise in his career quickly unraveled as accusations against him grew. His acceptance of pensions from foreign rulers, including the Duke of Milan and Louis XI of France, was seen as a betrayal of Swiss independence, which diminished public support.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   5 min

   The unveiling of the Ganymede sculpture in 1952 held historical significance well beyond its classical subject. Discover the statue's story on the tour.

9. 9

   Ulrich Zwingli Monument

   5 min

   The Wasserkirche in Zürich stands out as one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks, celebrated for its unique location, rich history, and important role in religious and cultural life.

10. 10

    Grossmunster

    Pass by

    Not to be missed, this church as a big story, learn it on the tour.

11. 11

    Stussibrunnen

    5 min

    Situated at Rindermarkt in the old town, the fountain was built in 1911 by architect Hermann Fietz to commemorate Stüssi, who defended Zurich during the Old Zürich War from 1440 to 1446 and was killed in battle at the Sihl Bridge in 1443.

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    David Brunnen

    5 min

    In Zürich's evolving history, David Brunnen plays a significant role, serving as more than just decorative architecture; it’s a lasting symbol of the city’s cultural shifts. Located in Weinplatz, once a bustling medieval market, the fountain represented a 19th-century effort to honor community heritage as modern infrastructure transformed the city.

13. 13

    Brunnenfigur Jugend als Bewahrer der Welt - Vom Kunstler Heinz Feuerborn

    10 min

    The tour ends at a lookout of the city and the statue Brunnenfigur. It's a bit of a hidden site and not to be missed.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.