The camera will not tire of clicking the exciting colour that the environment generates here; the landscape, the colour of the sky, the water in the river, and so on tend to be in perfect shape and condition. Well, the name of the place is called Zurich. It is the largest city in Switzerland, is located in north-central Switzerland and at the northwestern tip of Lake Zurich. Settled for over 2,000 years, it was founded by the Romans, who called it Turicum. Zurich is one of the world's largest financial centres and it hosts many financial institutions and banking companies. The city is known for its high-end shopping, with many fashion brands and luxury shops.

A traveller will definitely find the best of Swiss hospitality at this amazing hotel. With luxurious rooms and spectacular views of the lake, guests can enjoy luxury on the lakefront. A visit to Zurich is an unforgettable experience to remember.

When to visit Zurich

Understanding the variation of temperature of a region will of course helps us before planning a trip to any particular region. The same goes for Zurich. So, let's understand the temperature variation. July is observed to be the hottest month in Zurich with an average temperature of 18.5°C (65°F) and the coldest is January at 0°C (32°F). Considering this temperature variation, the best time would be to consider visiting the place in spring to summer while summers are the ideal season for a trip. Summers will provide pleasant weather for a memorable stay. The season from spring to summer will have a clear sky though occasionally there will be cloudy scenarios as well. However, a visit during this time period will definitely be fruitful sightseeing and it would be worth investing the time and money.

Good to know about Zurich

Zurich had been a tourist destination since ancient times due to its commercial, trade, knowledge and political and other importance. The urban area is completely developed with residential, industrial, and commercial zones. The residential areas and shopping centres built on the hills overlooking Zurich, Waidberg, and Zurichberg are densely built but in a planned manner keeping in mind the commercial and tourism importance. The transport in Zurich is considered world-class. The inhabitants use public transport in large numbers and almost 70% of the travellers to the city either use the tram or bus. As a whole, travellers and inhabitants of the place tend to use half of the public transport together. So, public transport does play a major role in public life as well as in the business or tourism industry. Almost all the transport companies function in union with the Zurich Transport Association (ZVV) which provides one ticket system that can be used in all forms of transportation in the city network:  boats, funicular railways, and cable cars. One such ticket system is called Zurich Card- the Pass for the Perfect City Trip used for transactions on all the transport systems. In terms of monetary value, the cost of travel per day in Zurich can be estimated to be around $199 per day on a vacation in Zurich, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. This is just the average cost of travel. It might come down less or rise beyond the estimation depending on the type of travel chosen. As for the cost of living in Zurich, it is in fact really very high. As a general estimation, for a single person, the cost of living will be almost around $2700.00 per month, whereas for a family of four it will be around $8000.00 per month to live comfortably. As regards restaurants in Zurich, there are many which are extravagant and will make you urge to spend more and more because the foods are so delicious and yummy; nevertheless, there are affordable restaurants as well. Some restaurants which can be suggested are  Zurich Food Tour, Baltho Kuche & Bar, Zeughauskeller, Loft Five, Restaurant Razzia, Casa Aurelio, etc. Out of these, Zeughauskeller is the costliest, where the charge may be as high as $80.00 per person, and Baltho Küche & Bar lowest at $45.00 per person. As far as hotels go, there are both affordable as well as costlier hotels in Zurich. Some of them can be enlisted are  Zurich City West, Hotel Alexander, Hotel Adler Zurich, Zurich Messe Airport, etc.

What to see in Zurich 

Zurich is a popular destination to enjoy shopping, sightseeing, and more during any travel stay. There are many sites to see in Zurich for a day trip, a weekend, or even more. Zurich has to offer just more than we can imagine. 

Explore Artful Shopping

There are many things to see and do in downtown Zurich. Visiting the artful shopping in the Zürich Art District can be more than just exciting. This vibrant and hustle-bustle part of the city has an abundance of shops and restaurants. Wanting to be surrounded by beautiful art, then never miss to be yourself spotted there.

Visit the Old Town

The Old Town of Zurich is one of the most famous hotspots that attract many in Zurich. It is located along the lake and walking around it with someone nearby will always be fun. Boat trips and shopping on the lake are other adventures we can think of. The Old Town is full of history and culture, and the shops here are always worth visiting.

Lake Zurich

How can someone return without experiencing Lake Zurich which is the main attraction of Zurich. Lake Zurich extends southeast of the city of Zurich and it is formed by the Linth river which emanates from the glaciers of the Glarus Alps. Cruises or swimming are great accomplishments that a traveller can feel with heart. Lake Zurich is known for its calmness and quietness.

Museum

Zurich has another important site to offer which is museums. The prominent among them are the Museum of Art(Kunsthaus Zurich), Museum Rietberg, Landesmuseum, FIFA Museum, Zoological Museum, etc. Visiting those sites will surely be sort of reminiscent of the histories and the past moment we can recollect.

Visit Lake Constance

Lake Constance is another popular destination in Switzerland. Lying on the bank of the Rhine, this is yet another spectacular sightseeing. We can see the vast expanse of the water from the top of a skyscraper. The beauty of the landscape or scenery brings immense bliss and is something we will never forget for the time to come.

Zurich has all the beautiful spots and sites to visit- historical, related to sports, entertainment, related to landscape and scenery, cruising, and so on. There is so much to explore in Zurich. It is just a matter of being there. It has all the transport connectivity by air, land, and water. The authority provides a systematic route for all travellers from one place to another. When it has a lot to offer, it is really worth visiting Zurich.