Switzerland's largest city and a global financial hub, blessed with a beautiful lake and charming Old Town. Luxury shopping on Bahnhofstrasse, the hip gallery district of Zurich West, and views from the Lindenhof show the city's many sides. Swim in the lake in summer, enjoy Christmas markets in winter, and experience Switzerland's clean, efficient urban culture.
Best Season
May-September is ideal. Summer is perfect for lake swimming, and December's Christmas markets are renowned.
Budget
Daily budget around 220,000-400,000 KRW (accommodation 120,000-220,000, meals 50,000-100,000, transport and entry 30,000-50,000).
Transport
About 10 minutes by S-Bahn from Zurich Airport to the main station. The city is well served by trams and buses; the Zurich Card is recommended. Prepaid SIMs from Swisscom are available at the airport (about CHF 20-30/week). Card payments are accepted nearly everywhere. Service is included in bills; rounding up is common.
Visa
Korean passport holders can enter visa-free for up to 90 days under the Schengen Agreement (Switzerland is a Schengen member).
Safety
One of the safest cities in Europe. Standard care of personal belongings is sufficient.
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Signature food of Zurich
Rösti
🍱 TraditionalCrispy pan-fried grated potatoes - the Swiss-German answer to hash browns.
Raclette
🍱 TraditionalMelted cheese scraped over potatoes and pickles, a Swiss winter staple. About CHF 25-35. Taste the finest Alpine cheese at restaurants in the Old Town.
Bircher Muesli
🍰 DessertBorn in Zurich, this healthy mix of oats, fruit, and yogurt is Switzerland's iconic cereal. About CHF 8-15. Try the original version at Café Sprüngli.