Zürich Audio Tour: Stories of Revolution, Culture & Urban Legends

Cannon fire once echoed along the banks of the Sihl where Zürich’s modern heart now beats. Beneath sleek façades and bustling plazas, secrets pulse—tales of defiance, survival, and the shadows history tries to erase.

With this self-guided audio tour, turn city strolls into time travel. Unlock scandals and drama hiding in plain sight as you explore routes few tourists ever walk.

Why did armies clash right where commuters now sip coffee? What unravelled so suddenly at the city’s largest Islamic center? Which buried detail in Europaallee’s transformation is stranger than fiction?

Step through centuries in an afternoon—crossing battlefields, scandal sites, and unexpected crossroads where Zürich reinvented itself, sometimes at great cost. The city reveals new faces at every turn for those who listen closely.

Ready to echo the footsteps of rebels and visionaries? Your Zürich beneath the surface awaits. Start listening and let the layers unfold.

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• Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.3 km (2.1 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 38min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Zürich Islamic center shooting, only a 7 minute walk from Zurich HB Train Station
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Battle of St. Jakob an der Sihl, Langstrasse, District Court of Zurich
  

Experience the charm of Zürich like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Zürich's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Zürich on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Zürich Islamic center shooting (4min)
• 🎭  Ristorante Cooperativo (2min)
• 📮  Sihlpost (4min)
• 🏫  Zurich School of Business (2min)
• 🏛️  Pestalozzianum Research Library (3min)
• 🍻  Barracks area (Zurich) (2min)
• 👮  Zurich Cantonal Police (4min)
• 📍  Battle of St. Jakob an der Sihl (2min)
• 📍  Stauffacher (Zurich) (3min)
• ⛪  St. James' Church (Zurich) (3min)
• 📍  District Court of Zurich (4min)
• 🎬  Xenix (cinema) (3min)
• 📍  Langstrasse (3min)
• 📍  Volkshaus (Zurich) (3min)
• 📍  Europaallee Zurich (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Zürich Islamic center shooting, Zürich Islamic center shooting, Kloten, Switzerland