Zürich West & Immigration
Overview
We will explore this trendy neighbourhood, which was once an important industrial area and has now been transformed into a quarter full of contrasts. Alternative culture & art, nightclubs, cool food venues & urban gardens have moved into the former warehouses and factories.
There is a lot hidden underneath the surface of Zürich West!
A friendly warning! Our tour won't be a typical sightseeing experience : )
We will learn about the history of industrialisation in Switzerland and its connection to the history of immigration.
We will discuss the challenges undocumented migrants and asylum seekers face in Zürich today. And you will have a chance to meet with local community members, who are involved in different initiatives and projects that help people with migrant backgrounds to integrate.
Inclusions
- Private Guide
- Drink
- Contributions to a local non-profit organization
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Landesmuseum, Museumstrasse 2, Zurich 8001 Switzerland
Our guide meets you in front of the Landesmuseum. We will start with a short introduction to the topics of our alternative walking tour.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Platzspitz, next to the Swiss National Museum, Zurich 8000 Switzerland
Discover the hidden secrets of the Platzspitz park and explore the controversies of its past. Learn about the 90's heroin epidemic in Zürich.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sihlquai, Zürich, Switzerland
Stroll along the river Sihl and discover the favourite spots of locals. Learn about the non-profit initiatives that we support on our walk. Meet with local change-makers and get inspired from their work.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lowenbraukunst Zurich, Limmatstrasse 268&270, Zurich 8005 Switzerland
Explore the heart of Zürich West. Learn about the influential industrialists and their ties to Zürich's prosperity.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Im Viadukt, Viaduktsrasse, Zurich 8005 Switzerland
Visit the hippest area of our city. Enjoy the urban flair mixed with cool bars, popular meeting places, shopping venues and cultural hotspots.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Geroldstrasse, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
End your adventure in a cool urban garden. Get treated by your guide with some local drinks & treats. Chat with your fellow travellers and say goodbye. : )
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Great experience and great guide Diana. I had a friend over from abroad and wanted to show him Zürich, so I booked "Quest to the West". Diana managed to uncover a new Zürich also for me that I have been living in Zürich for already 8 years. Great balance between sensitive topics and easy going t...
Great experience and great guide Diana. I had a friend over from abroad and wanted to show him Zürich, so I booked "Quest to the West". Diana managed to uncover a new Zürich also for me that I have been living in Zürich for already 8 years. Great balance between sensitive topics and easy going talks. Loved how we ended the tour with a drink and sharing thoughts among the group. Definitely recommend it for exploring the city in case you are just passing by or if you just moved to the city. But if you already live here you will be surprised by the things you find out.What a great tour experience through hidden and off the beaten paths of Zurich! Despite living in Switzerland for years now and in close proximity to Zurich, I was very pleasantly surprised, that there are yet undiscovered and interesting places with history, with its charm, character and last ...
What a great tour experience through hidden and off the beaten paths of Zurich! Despite living in Switzerland for years now and in close proximity to Zurich, I was very pleasantly surprised, that there are yet undiscovered and interesting places with history, with its charm, character and last but not least the direct contact with local communities, which you eventually support by purchasing this tour. I felt I could really do even a small impact supporting locals. Diana has a strong knowledge about the topics and likes to hear your experiences through the tour too. You suddenly feel you are part of this vibrant city and its life. I highly recommend this tour, whether you are an expat or a visitor in Zurich and like to experience the hidden sites and different way of looking at the city. Great job Diana, you are making a difference!Quest to the west tour with Diana was an amazing and extraordinary experience. She has a lot’s of knowledge about the city and its surroundings. She will show you places you would not expect to exist in a place like Zürich so you will feel safe but adventurous in the same time. Diana is a happy p...
Quest to the west tour with Diana was an amazing and extraordinary experience. She has a lot’s of knowledge about the city and its surroundings. She will show you places you would not expect to exist in a place like Zürich so you will feel safe but adventurous in the same time. Diana is a happy person and she will make you smile. Tour with Diana is something what you don’t wanna miss. You will also experience a very nice city markets on the way and local food and drinks. This was very a special experience. Thank you DianaLoved exploring a neighborhood that was off the beaten path and learning about the history of immigration in Zurich, including up to the present day which involved a special visit to a school for recent migrants in the city. Diana is a wonderful tour guide! Highly recommend this tour.
Loved exploring a neighborhood that was off the beaten path and learning about the history of immigration in Zurich, including up to the present day which involved a special visit to a school for recent migrants in the city. Diana is a wonderful tour guide! Highly recommend this tour.I rarely write review, or I could say never actually... But this time I just need to do it. The tour that Diana offered us was just eye opener and completely original. Mix of fun, knowledge, facts. That was simply the highlight of my trip to Zurich and I thank you for that... Looking forward to...
I rarely write review, or I could say never actually... But this time I just need to do it. The tour that Diana offered us was just eye opener and completely original. Mix of fun, knowledge, facts. That was simply the highlight of my trip to Zurich and I thank you for that... Looking forward to try the other ones : )We had a great experience, thank you very much. I need to mentioned that it was actually a literal detoured -tour considering the regular ones offered on the web, which was very appreciated as I got to learn a different perspective from Switzerland. Last but not least, the guides were very knowle...
We had a great experience, thank you very much. I need to mentioned that it was actually a literal detoured -tour considering the regular ones offered on the web, which was very appreciated as I got to learn a different perspective from Switzerland. Last but not least, the guides were very knowledgeable and made it extremely interesting. Thank you Ana and Diana!