Zurich photo tour with a local: Instagram spots & hidden streets

Five stops where Zurich's postcard views and everyday street life meet

A 90-minute walking tour of Zurich led by a local guide, stopping at Grossmünsterplatz, Lindenhof, Münsterbrücke, Quaibrücke, Augustinergasse and Geroldstrasse to photograph the city's landmarks and discover its neighbourhoods. The itinerary adapts to your interests and pace, and the group stays under eight people. Available as a private tour or a shared group tour in English or German.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Zurich's iconic and vibrant spots

• Visit Grossmünsterplatz historic site
• Walk across Münsterbrücke bridge
• Enjoy views at Quaibrücke
• Stroll down Augustinergasse street
• Discover street art at Geroldstrasse

The experience

What makes a photo tour work is a guide who knows which angles matter and which streets locals actually walk. This one moves through five distinct parts of Zurich in 90 minutes: you'll stand at Grossmünsterplatz with its twin towers framing the old town, cross Münsterbrücke for views of the Limmat river, reach Quaibrücke for the panorama of Lake Zurich and the Alps, wander Augustinergasse's medieval buildings and colourful shops, then end in Geroldstrasse where street art and hip eateries fill the Industriequartier. The route is built around light and composition, not a checklist of monuments.

Your guide is a local who lives in the city and tailors the stops to what interests you, whether that's architecture, street art, food spots or just the texture of how Zurich actually works. The pace follows your camera, not a clock. Small group size (maximum eight people) means you're not herding through crowds, and you get recommendations for places beyond the tour itself: restaurants, galleries, neighbourhoods worth exploring on your own time. Weather can shift which stops you hit, but the core five remain the anchor.

What’s included

• A knowledgeable local guide who shares personalised recommendations for restaurants, galleries and neighbourhoods.
• a small group experience with a maximum of eight travellers.
• an itinerary that adapts to your interests and walking pace.

Options for this experience

3 options

90-minute tour in English11:00, 14:30 and 17:30Small group experience lasting 1 hour 30 minutes

90-minute tour in German11:00, 14:30 and 17:30Small group experience lasting 1 hour 30 minutes

Private 90-minute tourGuide in English or German · 11:00, 14:30 and 17:30Lasts 1 hour 30 minutes and is reserved just for you, with several language options available

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:00, 14:30 and 17:30

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Choose the private tour option if you're travelling as a group and want the guide's full attention for your specific interests. Pick a shared group tour if you prefer the energy of meeting other travellers and want a lower price point. Either way, the stops and the guide's knowledge stay the same: only the group size changes.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What exactly is Grossmünsterplatz and why do photographers stop there?

Grossmünsterplatz is the heart of Zurich's old town, dominated by the Grossmünster church with its iconic twin towers that define the city's skyline. It's a central gathering point with strong architectural lines and views across the Limmat river, which is why it appears in most Zurich photography.

Can I book this tour as a private group instead of joining a shared one?

Yes. You can book the 90-minute private tour option, which means your group travels alone with the guide. The shared tours run in English or German, and you'll be part of a group of up to eight people.

Does the tour include entry to museums or monuments?

No. Entry tickets for museums, monuments and public transportation are not included. The tour is a walking and photography experience through the streets and public squares themselves.

How much walking is involved, and what's the fitness level required?

The tour covers five neighbourhoods in 90 minutes at a pace that adapts to your interests and comfort. It's suitable for all physical fitness levels, though it does involve continuous walking through city streets and some bridges.

Can I bring a dog or service animal?

Service animals are allowed on the tour. For other pets, contact the operator directly to confirm.