Summer in the city: Zurich in a different light
19.08.2020

No street parade and hardly any tourists. You could never experience Zurich more relaxed than at the moment. Water, mountains and a multifaceted city await you. We have put together some Zurich summer highlights for you.
Thanks to your hotelcard, you can stay at one of our Top 20 hotels or in our new additional hotel in the heart of the Niederdorf at particularly favourable rates.
Here you will find our tips from the city of superlatives beyond the countless museums and shopping offers. Zurich breaks many records.
Into the water
Warm summer days and always cooling wet nearby. Whether in the river baths or in Lake Zurich, Zurich is always good for a refreshment. With 25 bathing establishments, Zurich is the city with the highest density of bathing establishments in the world in terms of the number of inhabitants.

© Zurich Tourism
City of fountains
About 1'200 public fountains with drinking water are counted in the city of Zurich. This makes it the city with the most fountains in Europe and has earned it the nickname "city of fountains".

© Zurich Tourism
Enjoyment by the water
Those who prefer a good glass of wine and a fine meal will definitely find what they are looking for in Zurich. Numerous restaurants with lake or river views will give you a holiday feeling. End your day at Fischer Fritz in Wollishofen in a very chilled atmosphere.

Fischers Fritz © Dominik Baur
Out on the water
Or would you prefer a romantic sunset cruise on Lake Zurich? A lake cruise is a must during a stay in Zurich.

© Zurich Tourism
Zurich for mountain climbers
Enough shopping and culture? In Zurich it is easy to get a short distance from the city and gaze at Zurich from above. Outdoor fans will get their money's worth when hiking up Zurich's local mountain, the Uetliberg. The view of the city, the mountains and the lake is priceless!

© Uetliberg Zurich Tourism
Oasis of peace
Oases of peace can also be found in the city. Did you know that one of the highest-ranking Chinese temple gardens outside China is located in Zurich? The charming Chinese Garden in Zurich's Seefeld is still a real insider tip!

© Zurich Tourism
Tropical feeling in the city
Get out of the city and into the tropics - this is also possible in Zurich. The Masoala Hall at Zurich Zoo is modelled on the habitat of the Masoala National Park in Madagascar. With its tropical flora and fauna, it ensures a varied and exciting holiday even in rainy weather.

Zoo Zurich © Corinne Invernizzi
Overnight stay with Hotelcard
Either way, Zurich is definitely worth a discovery! Use your Hotelcard to discover Zurich and benefit from the offers of our three hotel bijoux of our Top 20 Hotels:
Hotel Glockenhof
The 4* superior hotel in the heart of Zurich is rightly one of the leading hotels in the city. Here, tradition and modernity combine to create a coziness with style.

Hotel UTO Kulm
The 4* Hotel Uto Kulm is enthroned on the Uetliberg above the roofs of Zurich. Breathtaking views of the city and the Alps crown the elegant hotel experience.

Hotel Marta
Alternatively we recommend our new arrival: Modern and uncomplicated, our new addition in Zurich's Niederdorf presents itself. The 2* Hotel Marta near the Central impresses with modern rooms and good service at a reasonable price.

Whatever your choice of bedding is, with your hotelcard you can experience the most expensive city in the world at exclusive and affordable prices! We wish you much pleasure on your personal city safari!
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