Cities and culture

Intro

Given their relaxing ambience, they might at first appear rather placid. But do not be deceived: our towns and cities are truly vibrant. With their varied cultural offerings, fun experiences and shopping possibilities, they bring together the best within a very small area.

City Breaks

Swiss cities never fail to impress visitors by their scope. Nowhere are attractions, cultural centres, innovative gastronomy, insider's tips and new favourite places in such close proximity as in Switzerland. Explore our cities like Zurich, Basel and Geneva on foot and discover their charm and authenticity.

More information Common.Of City Breaks

Art & Culture

With its wealth of top exhibitions and events, Switzerland is a veritable paradise for all lovers of contemporary art and culture

Show all Common.Of Art & Culture

Museums

Switzerland is proud of its diversity of museums: Thematically they range from art and culture, to history, customs and crafts, and to many other peculiarities which will amaze and amuse visitors.

Show all Common.Of Museums

Architecture

A trip through Switzerland is at the same time a journey through various eras of architectural history. The buildings you encounter along the way bear witness to both the rich history of our country and its impressive present.

Show all Common.Of Architecture

City tours

Looking to learn a brief history of a place and its people? Our city tours are just the ticket. If you are lucky, our guides may even share one or two secret tips with you!

Show all Common.Of City tours

Shopping

As well as being home to big-name brands and chic boutiques, our shopping districts are also bustling with markets selling fresh produce, crafts and second-hand clothes. And if you can’t find what you are looking for there, try one of our malls or shopping centres.

Show all Common.Of Shopping

City parks

Swiss cities are renowned for their virtually rural character. No wonder given their glorious parks and idyllic gardens. So it’s hardly surprising that they also captivate nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.

Show all Common.Of City parks

Offers

Show all

Zurich City tour "Best of Zurich"

Embark on a great city tour including a stroll through the old town of Zurich. Explore many of the... from CHF 34

Offer details

valid: 01.09.2026 - 02.08.2027

Learn more about City tour "Best of Zurich"
Zurich Private transfer from Zurich to Basel, with sightseeing stops

Private one-way transfer in a clean, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with a sightseeing... from CHF 459

Offer details

valid: 01.09.2026 - 29.09.2026

Learn more about Private transfer from Zurich to Basel, with sightseeing stops
Zurich From Zurich: Take the Rhaetian Railway to the Viaduct, the Albula Railway Museum, and St. Moritz

Experience a private tour on the Rhaetian Railway (UNESCO World Heritage) to St. Moritz. You’ll... from CHF 107

Offer details

valid: 05.09.2026 - 04.02.2027

Learn more about From Zurich: Take the Rhaetian Railway to the Viaduct, the Albula Railway Museum, and St. Moritz
Basel Day Pass Overground Basel

With the day pass, you can enjoy the entire indoor sports area at Overground in Basel, including... from CHF 27

Offer details

valid: 01.09.2026 - 03.08.2027

Learn more about Day Pass Overground Basel
Winterthur Flanieren und Probieren

A culinary tour through Winterthur - entertaining and varied.Winterthur's culinary craftsmanship or... from CHF 40

Offer details

valid: 11.09.2026

Learn more about Flanieren und Probieren
Basel Food Tour Basel self-guided

Discover four remarkable restaurants in the city of Basel in this self-guided food tour. All kinds... from CHF 39

Offer details

valid: 01.09.2026 - 31.12.2026

Learn more about Food Tour Basel self-guided
Biel Finding-Daniel Citytrails

Documentation to download and print out.Interaction with the digital guide Daniel via chat. from CHF 48

Offer details

valid: 01.09.2026 - 31.12.2026

Learn more about Finding-Daniel Citytrails
Baden Schwiizer Aperöli

PlättliWines and waterBackground information from our trained sommeliers

Offer details

valid: 01.09.2026 - 04.10.2026

Learn more about Schwiizer Aperöli
Zug Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku) from Zug

During forest bathing, you immerse yourself in the calming atmosphere of the forest and experience a... from CHF 89

Offer details

valid: 01.09.2026 - 02.08.2027

Learn more about Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku) from Zug
Zurich Private Transfer: Zurich to Lyon,2h of sightseeing stop in Annecy

Private one-way transfer in a clean, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with a sightseeing... from CHF 1,466

Offer details

valid: 01.09.2026 - 29.09.2026

Learn more about Private Transfer: Zurich to Lyon,2h of sightseeing stop in Annecy

Holiday destinations

Attractions

Nature

Additional content about subnavigation experiences

Summer & Autumn

Winter

Cities & culture

Touring Offers

Hotels

Other types of accommodation

Transport & Stay

About Switzerland

Weather & Climate

Offers

Cities and culture

Intro

City Breaks

Art & Culture

Museums

Architecture

City tours

Shopping

City parks

Advertisement

Offers

Zurich City tour "Best of Zurich"

Zurich Private transfer from Zurich to Basel, with sightseeing stops

Zurich From Zurich: Take the Rhaetian Railway to the Viaduct, the Albula Railway Museum, and St. Moritz

Basel Day Pass Overground Basel

Winterthur Flanieren und Probieren

Basel Food Tour Basel self-guided

Biel Finding-Daniel Citytrails

Baden Schwiizer Aperöli

Zug Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku) from Zug

Zurich Private Transfer: Zurich to Lyon,2h of sightseeing stop in Annecy

Events

More topics

Cities

Art Museums of Switzerland

Eat & Drink

The world of Victorinox under one roof