Private tour in Zurich Maria K

Zurich City Tour

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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Maria K.

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I have a Master of Arts critic and work as a guide over 20 years. I truly enjoy travelling. Not leaving far from home, I can always discover something new about Switzerland - and am happy to share my findings with the customers. It's a great pleasure to indulge in extensive hikes and to be at one with nature, therefore I am very glad when I can add to the excursion some nature attractions. When I visit other countries, I always try to follow the recommendations of the locals - it is always a great opportunity to learn about the new place. That's why, as a local guide, I will be very happy to share everything I have already learned myself. About my offering for you: With big enthusiasm I gathered my knowledge by writing a 450 page guide book, publishing monthly articles about Switzerland and by countless private trips throughout the entire country. I can help you discover all the big and the not less popular, smaller cities of Switzerland. With me, your professional guide, you will be provided with detailed background knowledge of the places we visit. What you can expect: I'm certain, you will not miss seeing the most beautiful sights with your own eyes. As an educated professional guide, I will be able to explain the facts and stories around the places we are going to visit. If you have something else in mind about your visit, I am flexible to adopt our tour to your needs and interests. The most important thing that brought me my long experience - the ability to understand from the very first minutes of communication how to please the next traveler. Knowledge and ability to present them in a most interesting and fascinating way is important. But even more important is to give a joy. Nowadays we all are working a lot and expect much from our well-deserved vacations. As you came to Switzerland not only to learn about its history, culture, and to get acquainted with traditions, but also to relax. That's why we will visit the main sights, but we will also walk at a pace that mainly suits you. We will see all the most important things, and for architecture lovers a few more attractive structures, and for those who want to admire the panorama I will suggest that we should visit the viewpoint. Feel tired - we will make a break. If you want a cup of coffee, we will go to the best confectionery shop. Believe me, it is very important that you not only get acquainted with Switzerland, as for me it is especially important when you enjoy how you spend your vacation! To learn about another country is a very personal subject and depends entirely on your interests, habits and preferences. There are no "rules" that have to be followed for discovering the world. When you start planning your trip, you're already building anticipation and you may have ideas about the details of this trip. Some people prefer to discover sites independently, leaving to their own luck to find the places of interest. Others can rely on the knowledge and experience of a professional guide. If this is your way and you prefer to trust to a specialist - then please contact me. Member of the ASGT Swiss Tourist Guide Association Member of the International Art Critics and Historian Association (AICA) Master of Arts Critic I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.

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Overview of your Zurich tour

It's so easy to travel through time in Zurich. . . just a few steps away from the impressive bank buildings that occupy the whole area, to the quiet courtyards with fountains near the medieval houses. Each era has left its marks on both banks of the Limmat River. We will see the remains of ancient Roman baths and just 10 minutes later we will pass small squares and arcades of the guild houses from the 16th century and then admire the buildings built by renowned architects for bank offices. Next street or narrow alley and again you can see something interesting: sandstone facades, tiled roofs, bay windows, balconies, fountains. It is not easy to open Zurich's soul in a few hours, but we will definitely succeed, I'm sure!

Recent Reviews

Thomas P.United States
June 2026

We toured with Maria in Basel 5/27, Bern 5/28 and Zurick 5/29, 2026. Our tours with Maria were fantastic. She is knowledgeable, personable, humorous, flexible, and an excellent communicator. We walked the cities (with breaks as needed) and learned their culture and history. Maria was also very helpful in teaching us how to use the trains and public transportation. We enjoyed some light lunch breaks with her. We highly recommend touring with Maria. You will learn a lot in a few hours and you will enjoy your time with her.

Carol D.Portugal
April 2025

Very interesting tour walking around old Zurich, with fun stories and helpful hidden secret places, only a local would know. Thank you Maria for an enjoyable afternoon!

Kathy G.United States
March 2025

Maria was a fantastic tour guide! We have had private tour guides in many cities as we have traveled and I would rank Maria among the best. She is friendly and warm which lovely, but we were especially grateful for her knowledge of the history, culture, architecture, as well as some really special local recommendations! I would definitely seek her out for your tour. You won't be disappointed!!

Diana Z.United States
August 2024

My family and I really enjoyed the Zurich City Tour with Maria. This was the first out of four tours with did with her. We visited all major landmarks and places that only an experience tour guide would know. We also got recommendations on restaurants, chocolatiers, activities and other useful information for our stay. Maria has been very accommodating, pleasant, passionate about the culture and the country, and very intelligent. Highly recommend this tour with Maria.

Agnes C.United States
July 2024

I had a great experience with Mary & would highly recommend her tours! She’s so knowledgeable in everything Zurich & took me to see areas of Zurich that only a true local can! Thank you Mary!!

Mari T.United States
February 2024

It was a joy to meet and tour with Maria. With lived experience based wisdom, and scholastic-academic and professional knowledge, she provided an exceptional, enjoyable, and relaxing experience for my first visit to Zurich. In addition to the "must-see" areas and all-important facts, Maria generously shared with me her personal experiences and associated stories of locals and self, which further amplified and deepened my sense of her home city. Her honor of Zurich inspired the same in me. Fantastic.

Your Zurich tour itinerary

Zürich Hauptbahnhof (central train station) Landesmuseum (Swiss National Museum) Alfred Escher Fountain Bahnhofstrasse - Zurich's Shopping Boulevard Urania Tower Limmatquai promenade Lindenhof and Schipfe - the oldest quarters of the city of Zurich Münzplatz Square and Augustinerkirche church St. Peter's Church Thermengasse Roman Ruins Weinplatz Square Rathaus (City Hall) Niederdorf - Popular Promenade in Zurich's Old Town New Market Square Former home of Vladimir Lenin Cabaret Voltaire (birthplace of Dadaism) Grossmünster Church Fraumünster Church Münsterhof Square and guild houses Water Church The Zurich Opera House Bürkliplatz Square and Lake Zurich Polyterrasse, Federal Institute of Technology and Zurich University

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking Tour

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich main railway station

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Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
869774
Languages
German
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Zürich is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's rich history and architecture at a leisurely pace. It's especially suitable for families, seniors, and those with mobility concerns, as the tour is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible. With Maria K. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into Zürich's past and present.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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