Timeline
15:52
Pick up a coffee and a croissant at the Rathauscafé. The terrace is nice in the summer, but the indoor spot is perfect for warming up before heading up the hill.
16:22
Walk 29 minutes NE to Lindenhof. This hill in the heart of the old town offers a beautiful view of the city. It was once the location of a Roman fort and provides the perfect vantage point for the sunset.
17:02
Watch the sun set toward the WSW at 17:02. The golden light starting at 16:12 will have already bathed the old town in a warm glow, making the view of the city and the river especially striking.
17:47
Walk 5 minutes to Zunfthaus Zur Waag for dinner. This authentic Swiss high-end restaurant serves classic fare. They split your order into two plates to ensure your meal does not get cold while you enjoy the evening atmosphere.
Local tip
The walk up to Lindenhof is steep in places. Take your time and enjoy the transition from the modern city center to the historic old town.
Check before you go
- Rathauscafé is open Mo-We 07:30-22:00, Th-Fr 07:30-23:00, Sa 10:30-23:00, Su 10:30-19:00.
- Zunfthaus Zur Waag is open Mo-Sa 11:30-14:00, 18:00-22:00; Nov-Dec Su 11:30-14:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Zurich (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).