Timeline
15:31
Arrive at the Zoo to explore the grounds and the Masoala Rainforest Hall before the evening rush.
16:46
Zoologisches Museum der Universität Zürich
Walk to the Zoologisches Museum der Universität Zürich. This spot faces WSW, directly toward the sunset. Find a quiet corner to watch the golden light fade into twilight.
17:31
Head to Swiss Chuchi for dinner. It is a short walk away and serves classic Swiss fare, including fondue, which is perfect for a cool evening. Open from 11:30.
18:31
End the night with a drink at Bar Zürichberg. It is a local bar open until 23:00 on weekdays and weekends, offering a relaxed atmosphere after dinner.
Local tip
The walk from the Zoo to the museum is 36 minutes. If you prefer a quicker route to dinner, Swiss Chuchi is only a 7-minute walk from the museum area.
Check before you go
- Zoo hours are 09:00–18:00 in March-October and 09:00–17:00 in November-February.
- Sunset on 15 January is at 17:01.
- Swiss Chuchi is open daily from 11:30.
- Bar Zürichberg is open Mo-Th 14:00-23:00 and Fr-Su 12:00-23:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Zurich (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).