If you’re looking for a holiday destination that feels festive and beautiful, Zurich is a great choice. The city has magical Christmas markets, pretty lakeside views, tasty food, and amazing shopping. Whether you’re planning a last-minute holiday trip or thinking about next winter, Zurich has lots to enjoy.
Stay at the Mandarin Oriental Savoy
The Mandarin Oriental Savoy is a luxury hotel right in the center of Zurich. It’s perfect for exploring the city.
The hotel has 44 rooms, 36 beautiful suites, great restaurants, and a rooftop bar with stunning city views. You can enjoy holiday decorations and events without even stepping outside.
Explore Zurich’s Christmas Markets
Don’t miss the Christmas markets—they are the heart of Zurich’s holiday magic.
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Wienachtsdorf Market is the biggest one, with more than 100 stalls, an ice rink, and live shows.
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Polarzauber Market is indoors, inside the country’s largest train station. It has fun activities for kids like story time and face painting.
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Visit Werdmühleplatz to see the famous Singing Christmas Tree.
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Stop at Niederdorf, Zurich’s oldest market, filled with gifts and local snacks.
All the markets are close to each other, so you can visit many in one day.
Make Your Own Chocolate at Lindt
Visit the Lindt Chocolateria—the world’s biggest Lindt store. This holiday season, they offer chocolate-making classes where you learn to create your own Christmas chocolates. Lindt’s master chocolatiers guide you step-by-step. You get delicious treats to take home, made by you!
Experience the Illuminarium at Landesmuseum
Every winter, the Landesmuseum turns its courtyard into a magical world of lights and music.
The main attraction, Illuminarium, is a beautiful show with bright lights, colors, and sound. It’s perfect for families and makes you feel like you’re inside a winter fairy tale.
Try Swiss Fondue
Switzerland is famous for cheese fondue, and Zurich has amazing places to try it.
A top spot is Baracca Zermatt, located near Zurich Airport. It feels like a cozy mountain chalet.
Try their special flavors like:
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Ricola Fondue – with Swiss alpine herbs
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De Luxe Fondue – with truffles and Champagne
It’s a warm, comforting meal perfect for winter.
Make Your Own Holiday Candle
In Zurich, candle making (called Kerzenziehen) is a favorite Christmas tradition.
At Bürkliplatz, people dip wicks into melted wax over and over to make candles of different shapes and sizes.
The price depends on how heavy the candle is, and the money goes to charity.
Celebrate at Rudolph’s Holy Moly Bar
Rudolph’s Holy Moly is Zurich’s famous pop-up Christmas bar.
Inside, everything is decorated with bright lights, ornaments, and holiday colors.
You can enjoy festive cocktails, mulled wine, and live music.
It’s lively, fun, and perfect for getting into the Christmas mood.
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