Zurich
Your Perfect First Day in Zurich: Churches, Streets & Everyday Tips
City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours
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Your Perfect First Day in Zurich: Churches, Streets & Everyday Tips
Start strong with a host who tailors the walk to your pace and interests, with practical tips you’ll actually use.
What makes this experience special
Your host plans a first day that matches how you like to explore, offering orientation, insight, and flexibility from the start.
Key highlights
- Your host plans around your needs, from first-day nerves to local know-how
- Get personalized tips on transport, safety, and local customs
- Walk through areas that match your interests, not a fixed checklist
- Visit key spots at your pace, with time to ask questions or pause
- Discover Zurich’s rhythm through your host’s lived experience
- Learn how locals actually use the city, from markets to tram stops
- This walk sets the tone for your trip, shaped entirely around you
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
Walking experience may use public transport for long distances
What’s included
Tailored itinerary based on your preferences
A knowledgeable host who knows the hidden gems
Flexible start times to fit your day
What’s not included
Food, drinks and shopping expenses
Transport fares or attraction entry fees
Meeting point
Fraumünster Church, Münsterhof 2, 8001 Zürich, SwitzerlandCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostHere’s what your experience could look like
These are just suggestions from our hosts to inspire your day. Your host will tailor the experience to suit your interests and tastes
Meeting point
Fraumünster Church, Münsterhof 2, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of our City Essentials: First Day experiences in Europe
Frances
Sep 2025
We booked a private tour with Wendy. She was easy to communicate with before the tour. She showed us all kinds of hidden areas in the city of Amsterdam. We really enjoyed her commentary and recommendations for other things to do. I highly recommend a private tour in Amsterdam to avoid the crowds and to have a more personal experience. We are very glad we took this tour.
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Stephanie
Sep 2025
My guide Silvia was outstanding and a pleasure to spend the afternoon with! She took extra time to show me the sites I wanted to see and also added some interesting spots that she knows as a local. Silvia also provided recommendations for me to discover during my additional days in Milan. The tour and the guide were fantastic! My only issue with the experience is with the City Unscripted administrative process leading up to the tour. I was contacted by multiple 'City Unscripted Experience Managers' by email and also, unfortunately, by a 3a phone call that woke me up...
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Julie
Sep 2025
Jan was an amazing local guide who showed me and my friend around Amsterdam. He knew the city inside out! He took us to places like Oude Kerk, Damrak Square, and the Bloemenmarkt, where we saw the famous floating flower market. He was full of interesting facts and stories about Dutch history and culture. It was a great walking tour!
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Lisa
Sep 2025
Fantastic few hours spent with Ipek in a city that she is very knowledgeable of & clearly loves. Recommend this tour highly & you are very lucky if you get Ipek as your host
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Michelle
Sep 2025
If you are looking for an experienced, engaging, knowledgeable, well-versed guide for a unique view and visit of Bologna- you must ask for Claudio! We truly covered all of the highlights of Bologna and he shared hidden gems and provided great recommendations for the remainder of our trip. Thank you thank you!!!
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Sherry
Sep 2025
Dani was amazing! So knowledgeable, kind and fun.
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Your questions, answered
Is this a traditional tour or something different?
This isn’t a traditional tour with a fixed script. It’s a fully personalized day shaped around your interests, whether it’s culture, history, neighborhoods, or hidden local spots. Your host is a knowledgeable local, more like a friend showing you their city. It’s flexible, one-on-one, and tailored entirely to you.
How does personalization work?
After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire where you can share your interests, travel style, and any must-see spots. Based on that, we’ll match you with a local host who’ll reach out to plan your personalized itinerary..
What if I don’t know what I want to explore?
That’s completely fine! Select an experience theme or a flexible discovery experience, and after booking, answer a few questions so your host can design the perfect experience for you.
Will I know my itinerary in advance?
Yes, you will have the opportunity to chat with your host directly and agree on a plan for the day. However, there’s always room for spontaneity and local surprises!
Can I request specific places or types of stops?
Yes! After booking, you will receive a questionnaire where you can highlight must-visit spots and anything else you’d like to include, and your host will craft your experience around them.
Will I see famous landmarks or just hidden gems?
Both! Your host will take you to iconic sights if you want to see them, but they’ll also introduce you to places and stories most travelers miss.
Can I change the meeting place?
Yes, you will be in touch with your host before your experience, and you can agree on a different meeting point with them. Your host can meet you anywhere central that’s convenient.
Can my host meet me at my accommodation?
Hotel meet-ups are available upon request in central areas. If you're staying outside the city, your host will recommend the best meeting spot and guide you with directions.