Presenting The Zurich Travel Attractions To Visit Now

Zurich offers both historical landmarks and contemporary attractions. The beautiful Fraumunster Church draws visitors looking for religious inspiration while the Swiss National Museum welcomes art enthusiasts with its selection of historic and modern paintings. Cathay Pacific lets you come into the city on several routes, like Hong Kong to Zurich. 

Grossmunster Church

Grossmunster Church (Great Minster), one of Zurich’s iconic landmarks, stands as an iconic reminder of its religious spirit and identity. Legend holds that Charlemagne commissioned its construction when his horse rested over the tombs of Felix and Regula patron saints; later during the 16th century Protestant reformer Ulrich Zwingli used its steeples as a platform to conduct evangelical sermons that helped form both Switzerland and Protestantism.

Attesting to its history as a center for Swiss Protestantism, today’s cathedral stands as a powerful testament with its austere interior design and stripped down pre-Reformation statues and artwork that adhered to Protestant beliefs such as emphasising God’s grace through Jesus. Furthermore, beneath its apse lies its crypt which houses 15th-century murals of Felix and Regula as well as an ageing statue of Charlemagne – reminders that its congregation remains active today.

Another of the church’s hallmarks is its exquisitely carved portal, featuring medieval columns with grotesque-ornamented capitals dating from 11th and 13th century, decorated by medieval capitals decorated in grotesque-ornamented capitals dated 11th-13th centuries. Additionally, its grand south portal features a sculpture depicting Christ Resurrected flanked by modern bronze sculptures of Heinrich Bullinger – Zwingli’s successor who succeeded Zwingli.

The two towers of this church make an eye-catching sight against the skyline and offer wonderful vantage points of Old Town Zurich and Lake Zurich. Climb up Karl Sturm (Karl’s Tower) for breathtaking bird’s-eye views of Zurich rooftops and Alpine peaks beyond!

The church houses many treasures, such as an alleged Sword of Charlemagne and Bible once belonging to Ulrich Zwingli. Additionally, there’s the Romanesque crypt with stained glass windows by Augusto Giacometti and Sigmar Polke as well as bronze doors by Otto Munch – plus Romanesque tombstones from earlier.

Swiss National Museum

Designed by Gustav Gull and inspired by castle-like structures found throughout Switzerland’s historic landscape. From far away it resembles a castle-like complex which draws in large crowds of history and culture enthusiasts year round. Inside lies an exceptional art collection as well as rare archaeological pieces.

The exhibits at this museum are divided into various sections, each one emphasizing an aspect of Swiss heritage and culture. Notable highlights include an excellent collection of gothic art, liturgical wooden sculptures and carved alters; another dedicated to embroidery techniques with examples from traditional costumes and historic flags; as well as a numismatics room featuring antique globes and scientific tools as well as hunting weapons and military regalia – plus there is even an elaborate model depicting Switzerland-Burgundy clash of 1470s! Additionally, there is also a large model depicting this epic clash which took place between Switzerland and Burgundy in 1470s!

You can also enjoy an enjoyable stroll through a park admiring beautiful city scenery after spending an exciting day visiting Swiss National Museum.

Kunsthaus Zurich

Since 1787 when it was established by the Artist Society or “Kunstlergesellschaft” of Zurich, the Kunsthaus Zurich has earned international acclaim for its captivating art collection and exhibition program. One of Switzerland’s largest and most significant museums, its new extension designed by David Chipperfield that opened in 2021 has nearly doubled the exhibit space and provides visitors with a welcoming space in which to appreciate its collections.

The Museum offers an impressive catalog, from Old Masters and National Painters through modern artists, sculptures, prints and drawings by both Old Masters and modern artists alike. Additionally there is an impressive sculptures, prints and drawings as well as works dating back from Renaissance through modern period and the library can provide guests with works from this era to today. In addition to main exhibitions there are special collections like Emil Buhrle and Werner Merzbacher Impressionist/Expressionist paintings collections along with Hubert Looser American Abstraction paintings collection are located within this new building – these collections include Emil Buhrle/Werner Merzbacher Impressionist/Expressionist paintings collection alongside Hubert Looser American Abstraction collection all found within this building.

As you wander the exhibits of a museum, it’s certain you will come across work that makes your heart skip a beat – such as Giovanni Segantini’s painting “Girl Knitting.” This masterpiece by Segantini shows off how he combined various scenes into one outstanding composition.

Paul Cezanne’s Baumstudie (Barn Study), is another classic work. This painting shows off how Cezanne used his surrounding landscape as his canvas while adding different textures for an authentic painting experience.

The Kunsthaus is an integral part of Zurich and must-visit for art lovers. You’ll learn more about Swiss culture and history while visiting this museum which is open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm.

Visitors can purchase tickets either in person at the ticket counter or online through ZURICH Card, with admission discounts applied automatically for the main collection. It is advisable to visit the Kunsthaus website frequently in order to stay abreast of opening times and exhibitions, and also plan your visit early to avoid crowds; its convenient central location makes the Kunsthaus easy to access by public transit.

Seebad Enge

Seebad Enge is no ordinary city sauna: this sandstone and wood-clad pool lies tucked into Zurich West district near its affluent residents, featuring art galleries and bars frequented by young Swiss professionals. Additionally, Schanzengraben promenade connects it directly to Lake Zurich via its waterfront promenade complete with exotic trees and boardwalks.

Sauna Lake offers a floating platform in the lake for steamy sessions in either mixed or women-only bathing areas (remember to leave your clothes behind), before taking a refreshing dip into its cool waters and jumping straight to its bar – where acoustic music acts perform frequently – then finishing off your visit at outdoor bar during summer season. Swimming season runs May to September, while an outdoor bar offers additional summer fun.

Residents in Zurich love open-air swimming and visit its various badis – or outdoor pools – regularly. Strandbad Mythenquai stands out as being particularly beloved; as the only badi with beach access in Zurich, here you can dive from 1-meter, 3-meter or 5-meter boards into its clear waters for an unforgettable swimming experience.

Seebad Enge near Burkliplatz is another fantastic option, featuring two pontoon-style floating rafts that provide mixed or women-only pools, lake access, stunning Alp views, restaurant, stand-up paddle boarding, traditional massage services and yoga classes – plus its sauna is a great way to warm up before diving straight into its temperature of around 4-6 degrees!

Zurichseebad has taken over Seebad Weidenhauptbrunnen as Zurich’s largest public swimming pool for more water fun, offering activities from sauna on the lake to ping-pong and water volleyball games, plus an outdoor restaurant and terrace as well as massage and beauty services.