Zürich Audio Tour: Art, Science & Urban Legends of Gewerbeschule

Above photo: Unknown author, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

A century ago, Zurich’s Industriequartier echoed with clangs of industry and radical visions that would reshape an entire city. Just beyond the limelight, secrets of design, revolution, and reinvention still pulse beneath its modern façade.

This self-guided audio tour pulls you into the urban heart where artists, inventors, and outcasts collided. Experience vivid stories that most visitors never hear or see.

Who sparked real outrage within the walls of the Museum of Design and changed creative history overnight? What strange midnight project still lingers in the corridors of Zurich University of the Arts? And why did a forbidden gathering at St. Josef leave a clue etched in stone?

Move between bustling boulevards and hidden alleys as layers of Zurich’s artistic rebellion and industrial intrigue unfold. Every step reveals lost ambitions, political controversies, and mysteries waiting to be uncovered.

Begin your journey and unlock the restless spirit echoing through Zurich’s creative core.

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• Duration: 1 hour 49 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 2.8 km (1.7 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 9min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Museum of Design, Zurich, only a 7 minute walk from Zurich HB Train Station
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Aussersihler Viaduct, Psychoanalytic Seminar Zurich, BDO AG
  

Experience the charm of Gewerbeschule 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 Gewerbeschule'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:

• 🏛️  Museum of Design, Zurich (3min)
• 🎨  Zurich University of the Arts (3min)
• 🏛️  Institute for Mathematical Research (4min)
• 🚉  Bus Station Zurich (2min)
• ⛪  St. John's Church (Zurich-Industrial District) (3min)
• 📍  Limmathaus (2min)
• 📍  Limmatplatz (3min)
• 📍  Kornhausbrücke (Zurich) (2min)
• 📍  Sihlquai (2min)
• 📍  Limmatstrasse (2min)
• 🎨  St. Josef (Zurich-Industriequartier) (4min)
• 📍  Psychoanalytic Seminar Zurich (2min)
• 🚉  X-ray station (3min)
• 📍  BDO AG (3min)
• 🌉  Aussersihler Viaduct (3min)

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

Learn even more about Gewerbeschule with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Early History (4min)
• 🏛️    Old Swiss Confederacy (4min)
• 🏛️    Modern History (4min)
• 🏛️    Heraldic Achievement (2min)
• 🌍    Topography (2min)
• 🌍    Climate (3min)
• 🌍    Urban Area (2min)
• 🌟    Languages (2min)
• 🌟    Religion (2min)
• 🎭    City Districts (3min)
• 🎭    Government (2min)
• 🎭    Parliament (1min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

Above photo: Unknown author, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Charly Bernasconi, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Paebi, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

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  • 
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🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
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🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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