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Discover Zurich with Rafeek

Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and the capital of the canton of Zurich.

Seeing Zurich without the story is only half the trip

The problem

Group tours run on someone else's clock, printed signs say too little, and searching for context on your phone pulls you out of the moment. Most travellers leave Zurich with photos but no sense of what they actually saw.

How Rafeek fixes it

Rafeek is a personal audio guide in your pocket. Press play at each landmark in Zurich, listen at your own pace, and keep your eyes on the place instead of a screen. Guides work offline, so no roaming or signal worries.

What you'll discover in Zurich

26 landmarks with their own audio guide — tap any one to read what you'll hear.

Bahnhofstrasse

One of the world's most exclusive and expensive shopping avenues, stretching from the main train station to Lake Zurich. It is lined with luxury boutiques, department stores, and Swiss watchmakers.

Botanical Garden of the University of Zurich

A peaceful oasis featuring thousands of plant species from around the world. The garden is known for its three distinctive dome-shaped greenhouses, which house tropical, subtropical, and savanna plants.

Burkliplatz Market

A popular market held on a square at the end of Bahnhofstrasse, where the Limmat river flows from the lake. It hosts a vibrant farmers' market twice a week and a well-known flea market on Saturdays.

Chinese Garden Zurich

A gift from Zurich's Chinese partner city of Kunming, this is one of the highest-ranking temple gardens outside of China. It is a beautifully landscaped garden with a central pond, pavilions, and small palaces, symbolizing the theme 'Three Friends of Winter'.

FIFA Museum

An interactive museum dedicated to the history of world football and the FIFA World Cup. It features over 1,000 exhibits, including the original World Cup Trophy and a giant pinball machine that tests visitors' skills.

Fraumunster

A former abbey for aristocratic women, this church is renowned for its beautiful stained-glass windows. Five of the windows were designed by Marc Chagall in the 1970s, and another was created by Augusto Giacometti.

Freitag Tower

An iconic structure in Zurich-West made from 19 stacked, rusted freight containers. It serves as the flagship store for the famous Freitag brand, which makes bags from recycled truck tarps, and features a viewing platform on top.

Grossmunster

A prominent Romanesque-style Protestant church that is one of Zurich's most famous landmarks. According to legend, it was founded by Charlemagne and its twin towers are a defining feature of the city's skyline.

Kunsthaus Zurich

One of Switzerland's most important art museums, featuring a vast collection spanning from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. It holds significant works by artists like Alberto Giacometti, Edvard Munch, and various Impressionist and Modern masters.

Lake Zurich

A large, picturesque glacial lake that is a central feature of the city. It's a popular spot for boating, swimming, and lakeside strolls, with promenades offering stunning views of the water and the distant Alps.

Lindenhof Hill

A tranquil park in the heart of the Old Town, situated on the site of a former Roman fort. It offers a beautiful view over the Limmat river and the city, and is a popular gathering place for locals to play chess.

Old Town (Altstadt)

The historic heart of Zurich, characterized by its narrow, winding cobblestone streets and medieval houses. It's home to many landmarks, including the Grossmunster and Fraumunster churches, as well as numerous shops, cafes, and galleries.

Prehistoric Pile Dwellings around the Alps

A UNESCO World Heritage site consisting of remains of prehistoric stilt house settlements in and around the Alps. Several of these archaeological sites are located on the shores of Lake Zurich, offering a glimpse into Neolithic and Bronze Age life.

Prime Tower

Zurich's tallest skyscraper, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the city and its surroundings from its top-floor restaurant and bar. Located in the trendy Zurich-West district, it is a symbol of the city's modern development.

Rathaus (Town Hall)

Zurich's historic town hall, a beautiful Renaissance building constructed over the Limmat river. Although it still serves as the seat of the cantonal and city parliaments, its ornate architecture makes it a significant landmark.

Rietberg Museum

The only art museum for non-European cultures in Switzerland, housed in several historic villas in the beautiful Rieterpark. Its collection includes art from Asia, Africa, America, and Oceania.

Rieterpark

Zurich's largest landscaped park, offering a tranquil escape with vast lawns, old trees, and scenic views. The park is also home to the Rietberg Museum, which is housed in the park's elegant villas.

St. Peter's Church (St. Peterskirche)

The oldest parish church in Zurich, famous for having the largest church clock face in Europe. The current building dates mainly from the early 18th century and offers a serene atmosphere in the Old Town.

Strandbad Tiefenbrunnen

One of Zurich's most popular lakeside lidos, offering a classic 1950s architectural style. It provides excellent swimming facilities in the lake, large sunbathing lawns, and amenities like a water slide and diving boards.

Swiss National Museum (Landesmuseum Zurich)

Located in a fairytale-like castle, this museum houses the largest collection of cultural and historical artifacts in Switzerland. Its exhibits trace the nation's history from prehistory to the present day.

Tonhalle Zurich

A world-renowned concert hall, home to the Tonhalle-Orchester Zurich. Famed for its exceptional acoustics, the recently renovated venue hosts a wide range of classical music concerts and performances.

Uetliberg Mountain

Zurich's local mountain, offering panoramic views of the city, Lake Zurich, and the Alps from its summit. It is easily accessible by train and is a popular destination for hiking, mountain biking, and enjoying nature.

Uhrenmuseum Beyer (Clock and Watch Museum)

Located in the basement of the Beyer watch shop on Bahnhofstrasse, this museum showcases a fascinating private collection of timekeeping devices. The exhibits range from ancient shadow sticks and sundials to intricate modern watches.

Viadukt (Im Viadukt)

A creative urban space built into the arches of a 19th-century railway viaduct in Zurich-West. It houses a vibrant market hall (Markthalle), designer boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants.

Zurich Opera House (Opernhaus Zurich)

A magnificent neo-baroque theatre dating back to 1891, located at the Sechselautenplatz square. It hosts world-class opera and ballet performances and is home to the Zurich Opera and Zurich Ballet.

Zurich Zoo

Home to over 4,000 animals from around 380 species, Zurich Zoo is renowned for its conservation efforts and naturalistic enclosures. Highlights include the Masoala Rainforest hall and the Kaeng Krachan Elephant Park.

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About Zurich

Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and the capital of the canton of Zurich. It is in north-central Switzerland, at the northwestern tip of Lake Zurich. As of the end of 2024, the municipality had a population of 436,551, while the urban area was home to 1.45 million people (2020), and the Zurich metropolitan area had a total population of 2.1 million (2020). Zurich is a hub for railways, roads, and air traffic. Both Zurich Airport and Zurich's main railway station are the largest and busiest in the country.