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Chocolate Walking Tour of Zurich

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• Last Updated: 12 Apr 2022
• By Tanya, Founder of Swiss Family Fun

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This self-guided walking tour visits the best chocolate shops in Zürich while seeing some of the best parts of the city. The chocolate ranges from fun sweet treats to fine artisan works of art, nice to eat along the way or pack up for treats later. 

I’ve done this walk several times with friends and family. Now it’s my go-to activity if I’m showing a visitor around the city. I hope you like it!

Below is list of the chocolate shops and suggested treats to buy at each shop. The route also includes a few cafes with great hot chocolate if you have time for a break. You can customize the route as you like, visiting just the shops that match your preferences. 

Chocolate walking tour map

I’ve mapped out a route that visits all the chocolate shops on my list. It takes about 1 hour plus time at each shop. If you need to shorten it, end your tour at Sprüngli Paradeplatz and skip the last one, Vollenweider, which is a bit far the other shops.

If you end your tour at Sprüngli, there are several trams that leave from Paradeplatz back to the Zurich HB main station. If you end at Vollenweider, you can take tram 4 to Central, which is near the Zurich main station. 

Tips for your chocolate tour

It’s totally normal to buy just two pieces of chocolate to eat right away. They might offer the chocolate on a small napkin so you can just pop it in your mouth. Or they might put it in a tiny cellophane bag. Or they might pack it in a pretty gift box.

Truffles and pralines are sold by weight. Expect to pay about CHF 1.50-CHF 2.50 per chocolate piece. I would plan for at least CHF 20/pp if you want to try chocolate at each shop.

Don’t be shy. Ask questions. Many of the people behind the counter are used to English speaking tourists and are happy to help. At each shop, I asked what was popular, special or seasonal. A couple shops weren’t so friendly (I won’t name names) and just wanted to complete the purchase. But most were very friendly and offered lots of interesting info I wouldn’t have learned otherwise.

See also: Best places to buy Swiss chocolate online

1. Bachmann / Lindt House of Chocolate

Confiserie Bachmann is a chocolate producer from Lucerne, well known in Switzerland but not internationally. Most of the Bachmann shops in Zürich are bakeries (I can recommend the apple strudel pastries!), not much chocolate. But their shop on the Bahnhofstrasse has a bakery down stairs and a chocolate shop upstairs, a space shared with Lindt, who has a partnership with Bachmann. 

This shop is famous for its staircase over a chocolate river and the wall upstairs with chocolate flowing down it as shown here. They say it is 2000 L of chocolate, but I very much doubt that is real chocolate – why? But kids should find it amusing.

Bachman is known for their Schutzengeli (aka guardian angel) pralines, served on little golden wings. Part of the proceeds from this chocolate go to a charity. There are lots of flavors. I tried cinnamon and dark chocolate, which were both good if a bit sweet for my taste. You can buy prepacked boxes or they can pack you a custom box as you choose the flavors you want.

Confiserie Bachmann Bahnhofstrasse 89, 8001 Zürich Mon – Fri 6:45 – 19:00, Sat 7:00 – 19:00, Sun 10:00 – 18:00 www.confiserie.ch

2. Globus & Jemoli high end groceries

As you make your way to the next confiserie, you could optionally stop by Globus and/or Jemoli, which are both fancy department stores with gourmet grocery stores in the basement. Both sell a large selection of high-end chocolate bars, many produced in Switzerland. It’s not as fun as browsing pralines at a chocolate counter. But if you are after high quality chocolate bars, these are good sources. As you can see, there are too many brands to name here.

They have a wide selection of Choba Choba, an excellent chocolate whose company actively supports ethical cocoa farming and production . We like the strawberry jalapeno flavor.

Globus Zürich Schweizergasse 11, 8001 Zürich Open Mon-Fri 10 – 19:00, Sat 9 – 19:00, closed Sundays www.globus.ch

Jelmoli Seidengasse 1, 8001 Zürich Open Mon-Fri 10:00 – 19.00, Sat 9:00 – 19.00, closed Sundays www.jelmoli.ch

Honold is famous for their chocolate tram, which usually runs for two weeks starting end of October. You ride around the city while you eat chocolate pralines, drink hot chocolate and eat cake. But Honold’s main business is their cafes and bakeries, where they sell a variety of pastries and chocolates. Here is the chocolate counter at their Zurich Renweg location.

Despite their long history and omnipresence in Switzerland, Honold isn’t the first place I think of when I think of chocolate. So I was a bit surprised to find that I like several of their pralines. We particularly like the ginger and coco crispy pralines. We also liked the seasonal chestnut chocolate shown below.

Confiserie Honold Rennweg 53, 8001 Zürich Open Mon-Sat 8:00-17:00, closed Sundays www.honold.ch

This chocolate shop is just off the main Bahnhofstrasse in a quiet corner. This chocolate is not a household name despite being in business since 1871. 

They have big slabs of chocolate (we liked the one with dried raspberries) as well as truffles and pralines. We like that they serve gelato even in winter – dark chocolate flavor is amazing! 

I wanted to buy all the chocolate bars just so I could frame the adorable packaging. Their amaretti dipped in chocolate are a special treat.

Vanini Limmatquai 74, 8001 Zürich Open daily 8:00 – 19:00 www.vanini1871.ch

5. Berg und Tal

This little specialty grocery in the Niederdorf focuses on local, small batch, handmade food products. So no surprise they carry some great local chocolates like La Flor, Taucherli and Garçoa. 

We love all of these brands and are slowly trying all their bars, which are a bit pricey, but well worth it. Lots of other great products here as well. Last time I was there, the staff were quite knowledgeable about these brands and walked me through the whole table of chocolate. I recommend the La Flor chocolate “breadcrumbs” – yum!

Berg und Tal im Niederdorf Niederdorfstrasse 3, 8001 Zürich Open Mon 12:00-19:00, Tues – Fri 10:00 – 19:00, Sat 10:00 – 18:00, closed Sundays www.berg-tal.ch

6. Schwarzenbach

Schwarzenbach is another small specialty grocery focusing on coffee, tea, dried fruit, spices and chocolate. In Jan 2021, they opened a small chocolate shop in the space next door which used to be coffee joint. This chocolate shop is all chocolate all the time, with a wide variety of high-end chocolate bars from Switzerland and beyond.

I was surprised to learn at many of their bars are vegan, mostly because of many of them are very dark chocolate. So many to choose, it can feel overwhelming. I buy 2-3 bars every time I go, just pick something that sounds interesting. Recently faves were Qantu goats milk, Naive peanut butter, and Garcoa Idukki. All of the bars are more expensive than at your local grocery, usually starting around CHF 5. But some bars are really expensive (like CHF 11), so check the prices so you don’t get a big surprise when you pay.

In addition to chocolate bars, they have a takeaway coffee bar with special hot and cold chocolate drinks.

Schwarzenbach Münstergasse 19, 8001 Zürich Open Mon-Fri 9:00 – 18:30, Sat 9:00 – 17:00, closed Sundays www.schwarzenbach.ch

7. Cafe 1842 for hot chocolate

Directly across from Schwarzenbach is the famous Cafe 1842 (used to be Schober) which has excellent hot chocolate, delicious pastries, and lovely spaces for chatting. If you need to get off your feet, this is a nice place to do it.

Cafe 1842 Napfgasse 4, 8001 Zürich Open daily 9:00-17:00 (currenly takeaway only) www.cafe1842.ch

9. Max Chocolatier

Max Chocolatier might be my very favorite chocolate in Switzerland. The mojito praline is amazing!!! They change their praline flavors four times a year, so you’ll have a good reason to go back. They usually have two vegan pralines, which are super delicious – no compromises on flavor.

Online they offer a Schoggi-Abo , sending you chocolate every month (hint family: I would like this!). They sell a hot chocolate pod shown below, where you pour hot milk over it and stir. 

Max Chocolatier Schlüsselgasse 12, 8001 Zürich Mon 12:00 – 18:30 / Tues – Fri 10:00 – 19:00 / Sat 10:00 – 18:00 / closed Sun en.maxchocolatier.com

10. Teuscher

Teuscher is internationally known, with shops in many big cities around the world. But its home is in Switzerland. 

They are best known for their champagne truffles, which are sold individually and in lovely gift boxes. Last time I went, I got their candied oranges dipped in chocolate and they were super good. They have chocolates in fun animal shapes like cats and bees, which are nice for kids. 

They are well known for their seasonal decorations that are filled with chocolate, great for gifts. Here are some from Christmas. The little Santas have a chocolate in their belly.

Confiserie Teuscher Storchengasse 9, 8001 Zürich Open Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00, closed Sundays teuscher-zurich.ch

11. Sprüngli at Paradeplatz

I hardly need to introduce this Zürich institution. Sprüngli is the high end arm of Lindt, with lovely shops all over Switzerland, mostly in the big cities. You really can’t go wrong here – it’s all good!

For a splurge, try the pricey Truffe du Jour, which are made the same day they are served. They usually have seasonal flavors, like this vanilla bean truffle, which is amazing.

If you need a cake, definitely get the chocolate truffle cake, which is topped with a massive triangle of pure chocolate truffle. If you want to a fun gift, I suggest the hot chocolate mix, which is chocolate shavings, not powder. For extra credit, get a little box of Luxembourglis for later. Every flavor is my favorite. You can also start your day here with breakfast in the upstairs cafe. Back in the good old days, I would often meet friends here for fancy hot chocolate and truffle brioche.

Sprüngli Paradeplatz Bahnhofstrasse 21, 8001 Zürich Open Mon-Sat 7:30-18:00, Sun 9:00-17:00 www.spruengli.ch

12. Chocolatier Vollenweider

This last stop is a bit far from Sprüngli, so either enjoy the stroll along the lake to work off some of the chocolate you just ate or you can catch Tram 2, which drops off directly at Vollenweider. They offer a wide selection of high end chocolates, with pretty shapes and interesting flavors like ginger, which I really enjoyed. I don’t go there as often as I should because it’s a bit off the main drag. But I should.

Vollenwieder Chocolatier Confiseur Theaterstrasse 1, 8001 Zürich Open Mon – Sat 9:00 – 18:00, Sun 12:00 – 17:00 www.vollenweiderchocolatier.ch

I hope you enjoy this walking tour and all the chocolate you eat! Here’s the stash I came home with last time I went out on a chocolate walk with a friend.

See more posts about chocolate in Switzerland

P.S. I know some of you are wondering why I left Läderach off this list. Here’s why.

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Hi Tanya, Just a little correction to your imput to Confiserie Sprüngli. They don’t belong to Lindt & Sprüngli. Even if they have the same origin, they are seperate companys for a long time. Sprüngli is still a traditional family business. You can read about it on their website: https://www.spruengli.ch/de/ueber-spruengli/geschichte.html

Thank you for the correction! I will update the post accordingly.

It appears that Vanini has moved their premises from Kuttelgasse to Limmatquai 74 (according to google (the Kuttelgasse address says “closed permanently” and according to their actual website they do have a Zurich location still). Are you aware of this move? https://www.vanini1871.ch/it/home/#boutiques

Hi Jean, Thanks so much for letting me know! I’ll stop by the new location and update my map accordingly.

Thank you for putting this together!!! We not only enjoyed the various shops but the amazing sites along the way. We enjoyed every one of your suggestions and even more, appreciated completing on our timeline!

Absolutely loved following this for our day in Zurich. Would recommend to anyone looking for a relaxed and fun day. Was a bit rainy when we did it and we thought it was an excellent rainy day activity. Thank you so much for the suggestions. I hope others enjoy it as much as we did!

So glad you enjoyed it! I agree that it’s a good activity for a rainy day if you have good umbrella.

Hello, I read your other post about Christmas in Zurich. You mentioned that it was very quiet Dec 26 – 27. We are considering coming to Zurich Dec 27-28. Are these stores open on these days?

Hi Samuel, I’m working on a post that gives ideas of what to do during the Christmas break. Stores are generally closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and the day after Christmas. They should be open on 27 Dec 2022. Most Christmas markets and attractions close on 23 or 24 Dec, but a few remain open during the break.

Thank you for the delicious tips! Btw, Max Chocolatier is open in Zürich again

Thanks for the reminder to update my post. I’m so happy they are open again!

My mom and I loved going on this tour. It took us approximately 3 hours. Unfortunately the choclates section at Bachmann was still closed at 8:30 am, the chocolate selection at Globus was very small (no Choba Choba) and Vanini should have been open at 9:15 am but wasn’t. However the service at Honold early in the morning was excellent and we loved their lime pralines. We also loved the chocolate selection at Schwarzenbach which was more extensive than at Berg und Tal and their excellent hot choclate! Stops at Teuscher, Oro and Sprüngli were fun and we liked the chocolate pepper ice cream at Vollenweider. We really enjoyed this tour!

Thanks for your feedback, so helpful! I’ll update the opening times in my post. Perhaps Globus has changed their selection since my last visit when it was quite extensive. Things change! But glad the other stops worked out.

We had a really great day eating our way through this chocolate trail when we were in Zurich. Thank you for sharing this awesome post! We also followed lots of your hiking posts and visited many lovely places. Thank you for making our trip to Switzerland so much fun.

That is so nice to hear your positive feedback. Glad you had a great time in Switzerland.

Laderach is missing 🙁

Also, if anyone into matcha chocolate then I would recommend Miyuko. Technically it is a caffe, but they produce and sell best matcha chocolate in Zurich.

Hi Andrei, Thanks for the tip about Miyuko chocolate. I’ll have to try that! I did not include Läderach for the same reason that many brands have chosen to boycott them. We are a LGBTQ+ ally. https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/laederach_swiss-drops-chocolate-maker-accused-of-homophobia/45527998

Thank you for posting this with Google maps directions! Visited Zurich with my aunt, uncle and cousin. None of us wanted to do a paid tour and be on someone else’s schedule. We had so much fun with this! We found other stores along the way and met the most amazing people in the smaller chocolate shops. Thank you for helping us make some amazing memories.

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Best Chocolate Tours In Zurich (Fun Experiences For Travelers)

Swiss chocolate is world-famous and most of the country’s best chocolatiers have at least one store in Zurich. If you’re a sweet tooth and enjoy the decadent taste of chocolate in all shapes and sizes, a proper chocolate tour of Zurich is precisely what you should plan to do in the Swiss city!

Pralines, champagne truffles, chocolate bars, and countless other iterations of this delicious ingredient are all on the menu at the numerous chocolate shops in Zurich . Whether you want to do a classic walking tour, attend an unlimited chocolate tasting and eat as much chocolate as you can stomach, or go to a chocolate factory, we’ve got options for you in this guide to the best chocolate tours, Zurich edition!

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Swiss Chocolate Walking Tour in Zurich

A chocolate walking tour of Zurich is a perfect way to discover this beautiful city. Most of these tours take place in the old town of Zurich because that is where all the best chocolate shops are, and you’ll get to see all the city’s top historical landmarks in between tastings and visits to chocolatiers.

Also, all the walking you’ll do on this tour will help burn off some of those calories, so you don’t have to feel quite as guilty about all the chocolate you eat. It’s possible to organize this tour on your own if you want, or you can sign up to do a tour with a local guide. The price range of guided tours is 30-80 CHF, and the tastings are included in the price.

Chocolate Tasting Tuk-Tuk Tour in Zurich

Tuk-Tuk tours are becoming more and more popular throughout Switzerland, not just in Zurich. A fondue Tuk-Tuk tour is one of the most popular ways of discovering the city in the winter, and I need you to know that you can substitute the cheese fondue for a chocolate fondue.

Up to four people can sign up for this tour, which includes a bucket of melted chocolate in the middle of the Tuk-Tuk and cut-up pieces of fruit you can dip in the pot. The main advantage of this tour is that you get to see all of the city’s best landmarks and tourist attractions while snacking on delicious chocolate. Plus, you don’t have to get out of the Tuk-Tuk at all, and you’re sightseeing at a faster pace than on walking tours.

Tuk-Tuk chocolate tasting tours last for 90 minutes, and they’re best for groups of 2-4 people. The price is 85 CHF per person for a two-person private tour, but only 69 CHF per person for tours with 3 or 4 people.

Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket

Lindt Home of Chocolate is situated in Kilchberg, on the western shore of Lake Zurich. It’s worth it to plan an excursion to this chocolate museum, which features a spectacular chocolate fountain, a Lindt shop and cafe, and excellent exhibits on the history and making of chocolates.

You can tour the museum however you want; travel there by train from Zurich and purchase a 15 CHF ticket at the entrance, for the most affordable experience. Expect to spend around 30 CHF for a guided tour of the museum with chocolate tasting.

Zurich City Tour with Lake Cruise & Visit to Lindt Home of Chocolate

Another option for visiting the Lindt Home of Chocolate is to sign up for a five-hour boat tour of the lake, which ultimately takes you to the museum in Kilchberg.

This is a really good option for people who are in Zurich for the first time and want to explore as much of the city and its surroundings as possible. The price of this tour is approximately 75 CHF per person, but it takes 5 and a half hours, and it includes a boat trip to Kilchberg.

However, before you get on a boat and travel to the Lindt Home of Chocolate, you’ll get the opportunity to discover some of Zurich’s most famous landmarks. Tour-goers all board an air-conditioned coach, which takes them past the National Museum, Zurich Opera House, Bahnhofstrasse, and all the way to a scenic viewpoint next to the Dolder Grand Hotel. Travelers are then taken on a walk through the Old Town, and finally to Limmatquai, where they board a boat to Kilchberg – where the Lindt Factory is.

Zurich Chocolate Hunting Tour with a Local

A Chocolate Hunting Tour with a Local can be booked on Viator and Tripadvisor, so it’s more expensive than the tours offered by Zurich’s official tourism office. However, this is also one of the few options if you want a private tour of the city’s best chocolatiers , and worth the money.

The tour is suitable for groups of 2-6 people, and the price is approximately 153 CHF per person. It includes visits to Läderach, Confiserie Teuscher, Confiserie Sprungli, and Schober Cafe. You get to taste the chocolates at every location, and the local guide will tell you everything you need to know about the history of these famous chocolatiers, as well as what makes them such an integral part of Swiss cultural heritage.

Sustainable Bean-to-bar Chocolate Tour

A bean-to-bar chocolate tour is the best option for people who are genuinely interested in the process of making chocolates. It illustrates every step of the process, from the harvesting of cocoa beans to adding the final touches to the pralines and chocolate bars.

If you sign up for a guided bean-to-chocolate-bar tour, expect to pay around 87 CHF. This will include sightseeing in a group of a maximum of 10 people, and tasting chocolates at three different locations. The local guide will also tell you everything they know about the ethical chocolate-making scene of Zurich, so you’ll gain some valuable insider knowledge.

Another option is to do the Chocolate Safari tour at Garcoa . This is only 20 CHF per person, and it’s the best budget bean-to-bar tour you can do. You get to see the entire manufacturing process of Garcoa chocolates and taste plenty of them, and the entire tour takes between 60 and 90 minutes.

Max Chocolatier Chocolate Tasting

Max Chocolatier is one of Zurich’s premium chocolate shops that offer unique experiences to visitors. They organize workshops where you can learn to make chocolates, ice cream, and stamp truffles, in addition to basic chocolate tastings where you get your hands dirty only because the delicious truffles are melting in your fingers.

The only issue is that these events take place at their headquarters in Lucerne. They still have a shop in Zurich at Bahnhofstrasse that you can visit and sample chocolate if you want. But if you really want to attend a workshop or take part in a high-class chocolate-tasting event, you’ll need to make your way to the city of Lucerne. It’s only a 50-minute train ride/drive from Zurich and it’s absolutely worth the effort for such a unique experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price range for chocolate tours in zürich.

The cost of Zurich chocolate tours depends on the type of tour you’re doing, but on average it’s anywhere from 20 CHF per person for a self-guided tour with tastings, up to 150 CHF per person for private chocolate tastings and makings. It really depends on the type of experience, and organizing your own chocolate tour and tasting a piece or two at each shop is the most affordable option. 

When is the best time to do a chocolate tour in Zurich?

Any time of the year is a good time for a chocolate tour of Zurich. Warmer months are great because it’s more enjoyable to walk around the town in between the visits to chocolate shops, but tasting chocolates in the winter will give you that boost of serotonin that’s missing when it’s freezing outside. 

Are chocolate tours in Zurich suitable for children?

Yes, chocolate tours in Zurich are suitable for children, and your kids will doubtless enjoy this type of city tour. However, if you’re trying to limit and monitor the sugar intake of your kids, taking them on a chocolate tour with tastings in every shop might not be the best idea. 

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Swiss Chocolate Walking Tour of Zurich

• Local guide
• Chocolate samples
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Credit Suisse, Paradeplatz 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland Next to Credit Suisse
• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Minimum age is 3 years
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Most travellers can participate
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• Confiserie Sprüngli
• Bahnhofstrasse
• Grossmunster
• Paradeplatz

• LondonLoveitaly 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Hugely recommend! An absolutely excellent experience- Jonathan was entertaining, informative, thoughtful, clever and funny: we couldn’t have enjoyed it more! Thoroughly recommended! Read more Written 20 March 2024
• Foodandcycling 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles New to Zurich Tour was Great! We went on the New to Zurich tour with Marissa. It was excellent! We are only here for a month but she answered important questions for us like "What do we do with our garbage?" She covered the transit system, postal and delivery systems, how to manage trash and recycling, showed us the visitors center at the Stadthaus, covered emergency systems, political system, taxes, healthcare, languages, and what to do for fun! It was very informative and fun! Thank you for the tour and the info! Read more Written 12 March 2024
• M8085FPwendys 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful tour guide and experience A friend recommended this tour, and I am so glad we took advantage of this opportunity! Our guide was Maria, and she did such a wonderful job of giving our group insights into the history of old town Zurich. She was friendly and took the time to answer all questions. I highly recommend this experience! Read more Written 11 March 2024
• 121natalijar 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The great tour The tour was just amazing with Maria. She shared many great facts of history of Zurich old town. This is s best tour in Zurich I had before. Maria is very open person and could provide answers to any your questions. I definately recommend this tour for all my friends who will visit Zurich. Read more Written 16 February 2024
• N9684NCmargaretw 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent Excellent walking tour, fun and informative. Just the right amount of time. Johnathan our was very helpful, friendly and informative. We loved the chocolate break! Read more Written 5 February 2024
• LisaDreyer 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Free Switzerland is a Great Tour Very informative and fun tour through downtown Zurich. We enjoyed our guides passion for the city and sense of humor. Dress warm if you go in January. Read more Written 14 January 2024
• nbuliga 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful guide Our guide Jonathan was AMAZING! Very informative, interesting and pleasant. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and his chocolate treats at the end! Read more Written 8 January 2024
• 294miran 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great tip-only tour with Patrick Free walking tour of downtown Zurich: Patrick gave an excellent tour ! Lots of history and some humour and very open to questions , he was a lovely guide . Suggested tip: at least 10CHF per person Read more Written 25 November 2023
• 108aishwaryak 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Good introduction to Zurich Great walking tour by Joseph! Highly recommended! Our tour guide gave recommendations for good hot chocolate and cheese fondue! Read more Written 14 November 2023
• GClife 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great tour This was a perfectly paced and balanced tour, bit of history of Zurich, some nuances of Swiss Life, the guide made this a fun and interesting tour, as always you learn something about the city and it’s people Having completed a number of free walks I can highly recommend Read more Written 9 November 2023
• Likestogoaway 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles No bad weather, make good clothing choices Robert was our tour guide. Very well informed of the history of the city. We took a walking tour of Zurich several years ago and learned new things and saw different sites this time. While the weather decided to alternately rain and blind us with sunshine, Robert found sheltered spots to show us. Read more Written 16 October 2023
• M8735NJcatheriner 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Downtown Zurich - free walking tour An excellent walking tour with the right balance of historical and current information which helped us to orientate ourselves in Zurich city centre. Our guide, Julien, kept the pace just right and we covered a lot of ground. He had a good sense of humour and was happy to answer questions. We would definitely recommend this tour. Read more Written 13 October 2023
• jck123123 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great start to Zurich. We did the historical tour with Julien. Very well done. Covered a lot in 1-1/2 hours. He combined a bit of history with culture with humor. A great way to get your orientation of Zurich for more exploration later. Read more Written 10 October 2023
• Relax644579 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Satisfied with tour of Zurich thru trip advisor listing My husband and I were fortunate to have our tour of Zurich with guide Maria. She was very knowledgeable about the sites and it was a pleasure talking to her about her life. She managed the time very well and walked at a reasonable pace for two "70" year old tourists. I would recommend her to anyone wanting to tour the city of Zurich. Read more Written 6 October 2023
• SBON2016 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Zurich Private Walking Tour Great way to learn about the city. Robert arrived early and waited for us in our lobby. Very polite and engaging. He was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Really enjoyed the tour. Read more Written 3 October 2023

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Swiss Chocolate Walking Tour of Zurich

• Local guide
• Chocolate samples
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Credit Suisse, Paradeplatz 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland Next to Credit Suisse
• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Minimum age is 3 years
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Most travellers can participate
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• Confiserie Sprüngli
• Bahnhofstrasse
• Grossmunster
• Paradeplatz

• LondonLoveitaly 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Hugely recommend! An absolutely excellent experience- Jonathan was entertaining, informative, thoughtful, clever and funny: we couldn’t have enjoyed it more! Thoroughly recommended! Read more Written March 20, 2024
• Foodandcycling 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles New to Zurich Tour was Great! We went on the New to Zurich tour with Marissa. It was excellent! We are only here for a month but she answered important questions for us like "What do we do with our garbage?" She covered the transit system, postal and delivery systems, how to manage trash and recycling, showed us the visitors center at the Stadthaus, covered emergency systems, political system, taxes, healthcare, languages, and what to do for fun! It was very informative and fun! Thank you for the tour and the info! Read more Written March 12, 2024
• M8085FPwendys 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful tour guide and experience A friend recommended this tour, and I am so glad we took advantage of this opportunity! Our guide was Maria, and she did such a wonderful job of giving our group insights into the history of old town Zurich. She was friendly and took the time to answer all questions. I highly recommend this experience! Read more Written March 11, 2024
• 121natalijar 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The great tour The tour was just amazing with Maria. She shared many great facts of history of Zurich old town. This is s best tour in Zurich I had before. Maria is very open person and could provide answers to any your questions. I definately recommend this tour for all my friends who will visit Zurich. Read more Written February 16, 2024
• N9684NCmargaretw 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent Excellent walking tour, fun and informative. Just the right amount of time. Johnathan our was very helpful, friendly and informative. We loved the chocolate break! Read more Written February 5, 2024
• LisaDreyer 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Free Switzerland is a Great Tour Very informative and fun tour through downtown Zurich. We enjoyed our guides passion for the city and sense of humor. Dress warm if you go in January. Read more Written January 14, 2024
• nbuliga 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful guide Our guide Jonathan was AMAZING! Very informative, interesting and pleasant. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and his chocolate treats at the end! Read more Written January 8, 2024
• 294miran 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great tip-only tour with Patrick Free walking tour of downtown Zurich: Patrick gave an excellent tour ! Lots of history and some humour and very open to questions , he was a lovely guide . Suggested tip: at least 10CHF per person Read more Written November 25, 2023
• 108aishwaryak 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Good introduction to Zurich Great walking tour by Joseph! Highly recommended! Our tour guide gave recommendations for good hot chocolate and cheese fondue! Read more Written November 14, 2023
• GClife 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great tour This was a perfectly paced and balanced tour, bit of history of Zurich, some nuances of Swiss Life, the guide made this a fun and interesting tour, as always you learn something about the city and it’s people Having completed a number of free walks I can highly recommend Read more Written November 9, 2023
• Likestogoaway 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles No bad weather, make good clothing choices Robert was our tour guide. Very well informed of the history of the city. We took a walking tour of Zurich several years ago and learned new things and saw different sites this time. While the weather decided to alternately rain and blind us with sunshine, Robert found sheltered spots to show us. Read more Written October 16, 2023
• M8735NJcatheriner 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Downtown Zurich - free walking tour An excellent walking tour with the right balance of historical and current information which helped us to orientate ourselves in Zurich city centre. Our guide, Julien, kept the pace just right and we covered a lot of ground. He had a good sense of humour and was happy to answer questions. We would definitely recommend this tour. Read more Written October 13, 2023
• jck123123 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great start to Zurich. We did the historical tour with Julien. Very well done. Covered a lot in 1-1/2 hours. He combined a bit of history with culture with humor. A great way to get your orientation of Zurich for more exploration later. Read more Written October 10, 2023
• Relax644579 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Satisfied with tour of Zurich thru trip advisor listing My husband and I were fortunate to have our tour of Zurich with guide Maria. She was very knowledgeable about the sites and it was a pleasure talking to her about her life. She managed the time very well and walked at a reasonable pace for two "70" year old tourists. I would recommend her to anyone wanting to tour the city of Zurich. Read more Written October 6, 2023
• SBON2016 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Zurich Private Walking Tour Great way to learn about the city. Robert arrived early and waited for us in our lobby. Very polite and engaging. He was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Really enjoyed the tour. Read more Written October 3, 2023

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Chocolate Indulge Tour in Zurich

• Guided private sightseeing tour of Zürich's old town while visiting selected artisan chocolatiers and confiseurs
• Connoisseur chocolate tasting and pairing
• Sweet goodie-bag

Join us on an original, entertaining and deliciously sweet walking tour around  Zürich's charming old town. We will show you some of the city's most irresistible sweet corners, including traditional confectionaries, artisan chocolatiers and other interesting chocolatey sites. During the tour you will learn about Swiss chocolate history, find out about each chocolatier's finest specialties and of course you will also get to try lots of sweets. The tour will be rounded up by a conoisseur tasting session, where we will explain how to taste and pair chocolate. Embark on a journey into the world of cacao and handmade Swiss chocolate that will have you re-discover old creations and experience a variety of new and different tastes.

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Welcome to Switzerland’s largest chocolate museum

Experience the interactive world of chocolate for young and old. Visit our Lindt Home of Chocolate, where the biggest Lindt Chocolate Shop (500 m 2 ) and the spectacular Lindt chocolate fountain are waiting for you, as well as an interactive chocolate tour all about the Swiss cultural heritage of chocolate. Dive into the world of chocolate and experience something really special. Whether you come alone, with your family and friends, or with colleagues, we look forward to your visit.

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Discover the magical Lindt Home of Chocolate

Chocolate has been produced at the Kilchberg factory since 1899. And now an interactive chocolate world was built next to these historic buildings . In this video, you can get a sweet little taster and see how our spectacular chocolate fountain was created, as if by magic...

An interactive journey of discovery

In our museum, you can journey back to the origins of chocolate and experience how cocoa conquered Europe. Meet the Swiss chocolate pioneers who made our lives sweeter with their inventions. Follow the chocolate manufacturing process in our modern test facilities. And find out just how irresistible Swiss chocolate is for yourselves.

Make chocolate yourself

Create the finest chocolate together with a real LINDT Master Chocolatier and learn all about our favorite treat. Be inspired by our wide range of courses for groups and individuals.

The biggest chocolate shop in the world

In our Lindt Chocolate Shop, spread over more than 500 m 2 , you will find the best chocolates, pralines and a whole range of other delicious treats. Design your own personal praline packaging and have a LINDT Master Chocolatier create a chocolate bar exactly to your wishes.

A highlight for chocolate lovers

Our chocolate fountain is over nine meters tall, with 1,500 kg of chocolate flowing through it. Experience this highlight with your own eyes.

Let us spoil you

It’s not only your sweetest dreams that come true at the Lindt Home of Chocolate. We also offer some delicious savory meals and snacks in the café, and really put the emphasis on quality. We look forward to spoiling you.

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Planning a birthday, company event, a drinks reception or another special occasion? You’ll find the perfect location here. For example, our CHOCOLATERIA or the lounge with space for up to 60 people, and the auditorium, which can accommodate up to 100 people.

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Switzerland’s ultimate chocolate attraction

The Lindt Home of Chocolate is a state-of-the-art experience for chocolate lovers. The building, designed by celebrated architects Christ & Gantenbein, houses an interactive chocolate world that will delight young and old alike. With a more than nine meter high chocolate fountain, a multimedia museum, a café, chocolate courses and the biggest Lindt chocolate shop in the world, the Lindt Home of Chocolate is an exciting chocolate experience for the whole family.

Whether you’re visiting alone, with friends and family or as part of a school trip or company event, here you can experience chocolate with all of your senses in a new and entertaining way. And your sense of taste will certainly be enjoying the lion’s share of that! At the Lindt Home of Chocolate you can sample delicacies, create your own chocolate or have your chocolates individually designed by our very own Lindt Master Chocolatiers.

Join us on an exciting tour through the world of chocolate! Journey back to the origins of chocolate and experience how cocoa conquered Europe. Meet the Swiss chocolate pioneers who changed – or at least “sweetened” – our lives with their inventions. Marvel at all the work it takes to transform cocoa beans into melt-in-your-mouth chocolate. Follow the chocolate manufacturing process in our modern test facilities. And find out just how irresistible Swiss chocolate is for yourselves.

During your visit, make sure to pop into the Café, where we’ll make more than just your sweet dreams come true. We also offer some delicious savory meals and snacks, and really put the emphasis on quality. We look forward to spoiling you. How about some of our popular waffles, freshly baked and made extra special with our finest chocolate?

You can reach the Lindt Home of Chocolate from most parts of Zürich in just 20 minutes, with transport links by boat, bus, train and car. On this page you can find out all about offers, prices, journey, news and much more. We look forward to your visit.

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Swiss Chocolate Factory Tour From Zurich

Läderach – switzerland’s premium chocolate factory tour.

When you can smell the Torques Blue water Lakes, snowy fresh mountain air, and step on a chocolate, you know, you are in Switzerland. But stepping inside the Läderach chocolate factory is like your childhood dream becomes a reality!

 Chocolate experience comes first

On a 60 minutes guided tour, you ‘ll first find yourself in the jungle of cocoa plantation and discover the origin of cocoa beans and from there follow jungle rhythm to continue on the path where you can taste a variety of  chocolate specialties and see how these specialties are hand made, turning them into Switzerland’s one of the finest, premium and prestigious chocolates, with a finger a licking taste – this is Läderach Chocolate Experience!

Tour of Swiss Countryside

Following your fun and entertaining time at the Läderach Chocolate Experience,  enjoy your remaining time sightseeing the stunning countryside; the journey will take you to the most beautiful surroundings and main attractions in alpine Lake region for a breath-taking view, including visit to a magnificent medieval town from the 12th century. Be assured, there will be a lot more hidden surprises on the way towards Zurich.

Your sightseeing options (customize)

There are usually two best options available as listed below but can be further customize to suit your specific needs.

Option I – Visit the beautiful regions around the entire Lake Zurich and the region of Glarus, covering the radius of over 120 kilometers. The total duration for this option is approximately around 4.25 hours but this will also include 60 minutes of chocolate Experience and 45 minutes of a relaxing lunch break.

Options II – Everything from option I and additionally, visit Europe’s one of the most beautiful Church and many more stunningly beautiful picturesque alpine places in multiple beautiful provinces (covering the radius of 180 kilometers). The total duration for this option is approximately 5.5 hours but this will also include 60 minutes of chocolate Experience and 45 minutes of relaxing lunch break.

Booking conditions for chocolate experience, Läderach

Visit to Läderach chocolate factory can only be finalized based on availability and confirmation from Läderach reservation office. In the event, factory visit is not possible on your desired time and date, you will have the option to choose from many other alternatives.

You have tried the rest, now try the very best.   Delicious Läderach chocolates awaits you!

Tour highlights

• Private guided tour at Läderach Chocolate Factory
• Tour of breath-taking alpine scenic places (many options possible)
• Visit Europe’s one of the most beautiful church and towns in Inner Switzerland (Option II)
• Photography at multiple stunningly beautiful panoramic places

Selecting tour time

You can select to go for morning tour, starting at 09:00 AM or afternoon tour starting around 1:30 PM. It also depends on the factory opening time and availability of chocolate factory tour, dedicated for your party. In the event, chocolate factory cannot offer the tour in the morning or in the afternoon, we can always customize the tour accordingly to ensure you don’t miss out anything.

Maximum number of people

6 people  (for larger group, please mention in your enquiry)

 Tour Price

The price differs based on the customization of this tour and price offering from Läderach. Consequently, price is enclosed on the final offer.

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Swiss Private Tour , by Valuesource GmbH, does not solicit, advertise nor does has any affiliation with Confiseur Laderach AG (Läderach). Our private tour is carved out based on recommendations from our valued customers.  show more

Swiss Private Tour does not have any affiliation with and nor do we solicit or advertise for Confiseur Laderach AG (Läderach). Our private tour is exclusively designed with an aim to provide you the best experience who desire for a Swiss Chocolate Experience.  This tour is carved out based on unique experience of our valued customers.

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Swiss Chocolate Walking Tour of Zurich

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Sample Swiss chocolates and other sweet specialties while you learn about the city of Zurich on a 2-hour group chocolate tour accompanied by a local guide. Visit the famous Coffee House Sprüngli to sample Luxenbourgerli, taste pralinés from a local artisan and enjoy unrivaled Champagne truffles by the creators of the original recipe. Your walking tour will take place in a small-group of no more than 15 people and visit famous sights, such as Lindenhof, Grossmünster Church, Paradeplatz and the Old Town.

Activity location

• 8 Paradeplatz
• 8001, Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland

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• Sat, Apr 27 $35
• Activity duration is 2 hours 2h 2h

What's included, what's not

• What's included What's included Local guide
• What's included What's included Snacks
• What's included What's included Chocolate samples
• What's excluded What's excluded Gratuities
• What's excluded What's excluded Hotel pickup and drop-off

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• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age is 3 years
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

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Swiss Chocolate Walking Tour of Zurich

• Zurich chocolate walking tour with a local guide
• Visit Coffee House Sprüngli to try Luxemburgerli macarons
• Learn about the famous Lindt brand at Discover Lindt
• Eat melt-in-the-mouth pralines at a Roman viewpoint
• Bring your camera to capture sights of Zurich Old Town and more

Inclusions & Exclusions

• Local guide
• Chocolate samples
• Entry or Admission - Confiserie Sprungli
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure & Return

Paradeplatz, Zurich

Returns to original departure point

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Wheelchair accessible
• Minimum age is 3 years
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• This tour or activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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