Take a two-hour group lesson with instructor, Walter Perren. Read More
A seven-story, glass-fronted 1929 store designed by avant-garde architect Ludvik Kysela. Read More
Few places in the city offer more respite than the botanical gardens. This beautiful and expansive set-up is maintained by the university and is an... Read More
All you need to assemble a delicious mountain picnic. Read More
Legend has it that this performance space is where, one night in 1916, artists Jean Arp and Sophie Taeuber-Arp started yelling “Dada! Dada!” (da means ... Read More
Sprüngli serves its iconic hamburger shaped Luxemburgerli. The shop also has one of the best deals in Zurich, 10 truffles for $7. Read More
For a truly otherworldly trip down the slopes, nothing beats full-moon skiing at Diavolezza, the most spectacular of St. Moritz’s five ski areas.... Read More
In recent years, Zurich has witnessed an explosion of noncommercial galleries run by artists. Andreas Marti, coeditor of the indispensable Art Space... Read More
Rent your skis and poles here before heading for the slopes. Read More
Switzerland Rail's latest nicety: Fast Baggage lets you hop on and off without having to lug your suitcases and skis. It costs $15 and guarantees same... Read More
Switzerland may be famed for swanky banking, swoony chocolates, and self-winding watches, but thanks to FoxTown, in the town of Mendrisio, it's owed... Read More
For a modest refundable deposit after you return with the bike, you're to be able to enjoy a day of riding all over town. It's a great way to see and... Read More
Bischofberger was Jean-Michel Basquiat's European dealer, so it's no surprise to find an exhibition of the artist's collages and paintings. Read More
The lift up to this 3,000-meter-high (hence the name) mountain takes a mere 45 minutes but the ride is not for the faint of heart. At the summit,... Read More
Create a lunch to go at this specialty grocer with an excellent wine cellar, a vast gourmet deli, and artful displays of jams, honeys, and chocolates. Read More
Shop for ski gear (not to mention clothing from designers like Escada). Read More
Within this 12th-century cathedral the soaring nave is magnificent, and the interior is spare -aside from the jewel-toned chancel windows, designed in... Read More
This magnificent Protestant church has a beautiful interior as well as courtyards that are so enthralling that you can easily spend a couple of hours... Read More
This gallery, which has satellites in London and New York, represents everyone from sculptor Louise Bourgeois to Swiss video artist Pipilotti Rist. Read More
Le Corbusier's last building - a glass-and-steel structure that looks like a Mondrian painting in 3-D - has now been transformed into a museum.... Read More
Every Tuesday and Friday, early in the morning, this plaza plays host to local stalls of beautiful flowers and delicious breads, cheeses, and meats that... Read More
For a day trip, hop the Jungfrau Railway, whose tracks top out at a spectacular 11,000-foot vantage point. Read More
The city's preeminent art museum has a first-rate collection of old masters and impressionist paintings as well as exhibitions. Read More
Carrying an absurdly large selection of cashmere sweaters, this place is so traditional it's almost trendy. Read More
In the city center and reachable by a flight of stone steps, this is a very large and peaceful plaza with many linden trees and benches that make it... Read More
The converted brewery is now a complex of art galleries and museums, all located in the edgy Dammweg neighborhood. Read More
After this historic brewery in Zurich’s industrial area closed down in the mid 1980s, it was taken over by squatters and artists. Now, it has... Read More
The department store carries a plethora of cool Swiss flag–branded tote bags, diaries, and other paraphernalia. Read More
The museum features a cutting-edge collection of photography, paintings, and design Read More
Head to this tiny cheese and tchotchke shop for souvenirs, such as a Swiss-flag coffee mug and schnapps. Read More
Between the Bahnhofstrasse and the Limmat river are narrow alleys and medieval structures that make for wonderful sightseeing and quiet afternoons of... Read More
Definitely worth a visit, the town hall has great architecture and a history of the city on display. A lovely cafe is on the ground floor right beside... Read More
The Riffelsee Trail, a climb of less than an hour, leads to a clear lake that perfectly reflects the Matterhorn to the southwest. Read More
Along the Limmat river are bathing houses and along the shores of Lake Zurich are grassy beaches. On hot days, few things are as pleasurable as a swim... Read More
A complex of shops, restaurants, bars, and 102 condos next to the slopes in Laax, Switzerland. Read More
Worth taking in a game of pro soccer where you'll meet Swiss fans in all their glory as they celebrate the local heroes FCZ. Read More
Owner Ursula Weber sells beaded necklaces, gold-threaded scarves, embroidered pillows, and other treasures from northern Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Read More
You needn't venture into the high mountains to enjoy Swiss nature. This local mountain, just above the city, is perfect for day hikes and biking as well... Read More
Everyone has their favorite cheese shop. This is one of the best. Read More
