{"id":15323,"date":"2021-11-26T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-26T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/?p=15323"},"modified":"2021-11-26T01:14:32","modified_gmt":"2021-11-26T01:14:32","slug":"zurich-the-financial-hub-with-a-hipster-feel-best-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/zurich-the-financial-hub-with-a-hipster-feel-best-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Zurich \u2013 The Financial Hub with a hipster feel: Best Things to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s all about the money, money, money! Zurich is Switzerland\u2019s economic hub. There\u2019s no dispute about that. And if your business is finance, then visiting the Swiss city is not uncommon.<\/strong> Hold on! Perhaps beyond the financial district there’s a city worth exploring?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indeed, there is. Zurich sits on the Limmat River and is one of the gateways to the Swiss Alps. It\u2019s also one of the world\u2019s most liveable cities, so they must do many things right! Add in some top attractions, plenty of things to do and quality cuisine. This is a city fast becoming a hipster destination. Oh, and only now am I mentioning chocolate and cheese!! Well, it could be the one thing that sway’s you to visit?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, whether you are here for business reasons or looking for a European destination that offers something a little different, then Zurich is the choice for you. Let\u2019s delve into the best things to do in Zurich. I\u2019m sure at some point cheese and chocolate will get a mention?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Exploring Zurich<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Like all major cities, having a good nosey around upon arrival is a great way to get your bearings, so that you can jump in deeper at a later point. So, what highlights will you see on such a tour<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You have the old town and St Peter\u2019s church, which has the largest clock face in Europe. Then, to emphasise the richness of the city, there\u2019s Bahnhofstrasse<\/em>, only one of the world\u2019s most expensive and exclusive shopping streets. Alright, you might not be buying from here, but it\u2019s worth exploring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then you have the harbour and the charm of Lake Zurich and the hillsides that surround. Well, worth a few moments to stop and take in all before you. So, now that you\u2019ve got your bearings, let\u2019s look at a few places well worth checking out in more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0Fraumunster Church<\/strong>: A 13th-century church renowned for its stunning stained-glass windows<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0Zoo Zurich<\/strong>: there\u2019s over 380 species of animal to see at this premium zoo<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0Kunsthau<\/strong>s: A fine-arts gallery with works from across Europe<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0Botanical Garden & Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0Niederdorf<\/strong>: On the Limmat River\u2019s East bank \u2013 you\u2019ll find restaurants, bars and galleries<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Further afield<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re in Switzerland, and the mountains are never far away. Using Zurich as your base, there are many destinations and resorts for day trips, mini breaks even, to ensure you get some mountain air! Lucerne<\/a> and Mount Titlis, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then you have the experience of trying out the Swiss mountain railway. Those red trains working their way up the mountains, offering gorgeous views as you climb ever higher. It\u2019s these kind experiences that help to make a city break destination like Zurich more appealing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cheese and Chocolate!<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We couldn\u2019t finish the best of Zurich without mentioning these most famous of Swiss foods. Taking a cheese and chocolate tour would be top of my list! Pick the right tour and you\u2019ll be enjoying the rich flavours of the cheese, the milky or dark chocolate tones, and the quaint towns and stunning views. I mean, what more could you ask for. It would really top off your time in Zurich.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There is much to like about Zurich. Time then to stop just thinking of it being a financial hub. There\u2019s more here than meets the eye. Indulge and enjoy!<\/strong> Did I mention cheese and chocolate? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you been to Zurich? Got a favourite place to explore? Comment and we’ll be sure to add it to our list of must dos. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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