As someone who has traveled throughout Switzerland and spent an extended amount of time in Zurich, these are my top favorite activities and places to eat in the city.
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A beautiful venue to see a Swiss opera!
Zürich Opera House
A unique museum with plenty of chocolate samples to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Lindt Home of Chocolate
A beautiful church in the middle of the city
Grossmünster
Great picture spot overlooking the city
Lindenhof
I spent so much of my trip here just enjoying the weather and people watching
Lake Zurich
A scenic mountain with views of the Zurich in the background
Uetliberg
The perfect photo op!
Chinagarten Zürich
I love botanical gardens in general, so this is always on my list in a new city
Botanical Garden
Authentic Swiss restaurant – get the fondue
Swiss Chuchi Restaurant
You can't leave Zurich without trying raclette
Raclette Factory
High quality breads and pastries
John Baker for our daily bread
Incredible pastries and dine-in food as well
Babu's
Excellent Mediterranean spot
Meze Mediterrane Küche
A river walk off the beaten path
Limmat River Banks Promenade, Zurich, Switzerland - AllTrails
Another famous Swiss restaurant in Zurich
Zeughauskeller
I've come here for Italian food and its great
SANTA LUCIA, Zurich - Marktgasse 21, Old Town - Tripadvisor