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Category: Zürich Family Life

Ideas for free activities for kids in Zürich, including museums, playgrounds, swimming, biking, nature parks, etc.

Zurich Region

X Labs – Science Parties & Workshops for Zürich Kids

My son and his friends loved the science workshop party at X Labs, with ten hands-on experiments with dry ice. Both educational and entertaining, a great option for indoor parties any time of year.

9 Best Photo Spots in Zurich for Family Portraits

Our favorite spots in Zürich city for taking family photo that showcase the most iconic and beautiful landmarks.

11 Birthday party ideas for Zürich kids

Some of our favorite venues and activity ideas for older kids’ birthday parties in and around Zürich, including escape rooms, laser tag, climbing & sport gyms, ice skating, etc.

Switzerland

Living in Zürich with Kids

Practical tips for families living in Zurich including Swiss school info, playgrounds, classes, camps, shopping, sport activities, museums, etc.

How to shop in Germany if you live in Switzerland

We like shopping in Germany to find a wider product selection and often better prices. Here are our favorite places to shop over the border, what products are worth buying there, how to claim a VAT refund (very easy!), and Swiss custom allowances.

Zurich Ferienplausch: Free Sport Camp

During the first and last week of the Zürich summer school holiday, the city offers a free sport camp.

Indoor Sport for Kids in Zürich

If your kids need something a little more active on a rainy day, there are a variety of indoor sport options that don’t require a membership or weekly class to use.

Zurich Ferienpass: Summer Activity Pass for Kids

For just CHF 25, kids in Zürich get free entry to 120+ swimming areas, free and discounted entrance to dozens museums and activities, and free public transportation in Zürich canton for the whole summer break.

Zürifisch: fastest swimmers in Zürich

A city-wide swimming competition for Zürich kids from 6 to 13 years old. Participation is free and open to any child living in Zurich city.

Make Your Own Swiss Army Knife

At the Victorinox store in historical Brunnen, you can assemble your own Swiss Army knife and have it engraved. The helpful and friendly staff will walk you through the whole process, which is very hands-on. It’s a special souvenir for both those traveling and living in Switzerland.

Tennis for kids in Zürich

Zürich city has lots of public tennis courts (also indoors for winter) that don’t require a yearly membership and can be easily reserved online.

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