12 Best Zurich Chocolate Shops & Walking Tour

This self-guided walking tour visits the best chocolate shops in Zürich while seeing some of the best parts of the city. The chocolate ranges from fun sweet treats to fine artisan works of art, nice to eat along the way or pack up for treats later. 

I’ve done this walk several times with friends and family. Now it’s my go-to activity if I’m showing a visitor around the city. I hope you like it!

Below is list of the chocolate shops and suggested treats to buy at each shop. The route also includes a few cafes with great hot chocolate if you have time for a break.

Note: Updated Nov 2025. I try to update this post at least once a year. But it can happen that opening times change or shops change locations.

Zurich Chocolate Walking Tour

If you want to visit all the chocolate shops on my list, you can follow my suggested route below. It takes about 1 hour plus time at each shop.

➡️ View walking route on OutdoorActive.

If you end your tour at Sprüngli, there are several trams that leave from Paradeplatz back to the Zurich HB main station.

Tips for buying chocolate

It’s totally normal to buy just two pieces of chocolate to eat right away. They might offer the chocolate on a small napkin so you can just pop it in your mouth. Or they might put it in a tiny cellophane bag. Or they might pack it in a pretty gift box.

Truffles and pralines are sold by weight. Expect to pay about CHF 1.50-CHF 2.50 per chocolate piece. I would plan for at least CHF 20/pp if you want to try chocolate at each shop.

Don’t be shy. Ask questions. Many of the people behind the counter are used to English speaking tourists and are happy to help. At each shop, I asked what was popular, special or seasonal. Most were very friendly and offered interesting info I wouldn’t have learned otherwise.

See also: Best places to buy Swiss chocolate online

Chocolate shops in Zurich

1. Confiserie Bachmann (& Lindt)

Confiserie Bachmann is a bakery and chocolate producer from Lucerne, well known in Switzerland but not internationally. Their shop on the Bahnhofstrasse has a bakery down stairs and a chocolate shop upstairs. 

The chocolate shop is known for its chocolate river staircase and chocolate waterfall wall upstairs. They say the wall has 2000 liters of liquid chocolate, but I find that hard to believe. But it makes for a good story.

Bachmann is known for their Schutzengeli (aka guardian angel) chocolate truffles, served on little golden wings. Part of the proceeds from this chocolate go to a charity.

Of their many flavors, I enjoyed cinnamon and dark chocolate, which were good if a bit sweet for my taste. You can buy prepacked boxes or they can pack you a custom box as you choose the flavors you want.

The upstairs chocolate shop shares a space with Lindt, where you can get many of the Lindt products. But that part is not so special; better to visit the nearby Lindt chocolate factory instead.

We also like their bakery, which sells our favorite Butterzopf bread (Sunday bread in Switzerland) and a fantastic apple strudel pastry that you can take to go. They also have sandwiches and other snacky items, good for a picnic.

Confiserie Bachmann
Bahnhofstrasse 89, 8001 Zürich
Mon – Fri 6:45 – 19:00, Sat 7:00 – 20:00, Sun 10:00 – 18:00
www.confiserie.ch

2. Teuscher at Café Felix

Founded in 1932 in Zürich, Teuscher is a gourmet chocolatier, with a few international boutiques in big cities around the world.

They are best known for their champagne truffles, which are sold individually and in lovely gift boxes. We also love their candied oranges dipped in chocolate. Kids will enjoy their chocolates in fun animal shapes like cats and bees. 

They are also known for their seasonal figurines and decorations that double as chocolate “boxes,” hiding pralines and chocolate truffles to be discovered by the recipient.

In Zürich, you can now buy their chocolates at the two Café Felix location, the one near Globus and the other near Bellevue. Their old shop on Storchengasse has been taken over by Madeline (nephew of Teuscher). The old location on Bahnhofstrasse is now Läderach.

Café Felix
Bahnhofstrasse 79, 8001 Zürich • 5 min walk from Zürich HB station
Felix Cafe am Bellevue near the Opera house

Websites: cafefelix.ch • teuscher-zurich.ch

3. Confiserie Honold

Founded in 1905, Honold is one of the oldest chocolate manufacturers in Zurich. Their flagshop shop and cafe is still in their original location on Renweg.

At the counter, you can buy a wide variety of chocolates and pastries. We particularly like the ginger and coco crispy pralines. We also liked the seasonal chestnut chocolate shown below.

The location at Renweg also has a cafe, where you can enjoy their tasty hot chocolate and their signature “Pain de Gênes,” an almost sponge cake made with an old family recipe.

Honold is also well known for their chocolate tram, which usually runs for two weeks starting end of October. You ride around the city while you eat chocolate pralines, drink hot chocolate and eat cake.

Confiserie Honold
Rennweg 53, 8001 Zürich
Open Mon-Fri 8:00-18:30 / Sat 8:00-18:00 / closed Sundays
www.honold.ch

4. Confiserie Madeleine

In Dec 2024, the historical Teuscher shop on Storchengasse suddenly rebranded as Madeline. It’s changed little in appearance and currently carries a similar delicious assortment. So we think it’s still worth a visit, even as they are settling in.

The change is the outcome of long-standing feud between the founder Dolf Teuscher and his nephew, who was responsible for marketing as well as the Zurich boutiques. The “new” shop is named after the sister of Dolf, the mother of the current owner.

Madeline locations
Near Bahnhofstrasse – Renweg 22 Zurich
Near Fraumünster – Storchengasse 9, 8001 Zürich (temporarily closed for renovation.)
Website: confiserie-madeleine.com

5. Max Chocolatier

Max Chocolatier is my very favorite chocolate in Switzerland! They are a very small company based on Lucerne, handmaking small batches with inventive seasonal flavors.

In Zurich, they have a small boutique on a cobblestone lane in the old town, near St Peter’s church. It’s always worth a stop to treat ourselves to a delicious bite or two.

They change their praline flavors four times a year, so you’ll always have a good reason to go back. They usually have two vegan pralines, which are super delicious – no compromises on flavor. We think mojito praline is amazing!!! I hope its there when you visit.

They have beautiful gift boxes, a more unique gift to take home than Lindt, which you can buy anywhere. We also like their hot chocolate pod shown below, where you pour hot milk over it and stir. 

If you live in Switzerland, you can order their fantastic chocolate advent box, which usually sells out by end of October.

Max Chocolatier
Schlüsselgasse 12, 8001 Zürich
closed Sundays
en.maxchocolatier.com

6. Chocolatier Vollenweider

In 2025, this chocolate shop has opened a new location in the Zurich old town, making it a convenient stop on our tour.

They offer a wide selection of high end chocolates, with pretty shapes and interesting flavors like ginger, which I really enjoyed.

Vollenwieder Chocolatier Confiseur
Old town – Storchengasse 11, 8001 Zürich
Seefeld – Theaterstrasse 1, 8001 Zürich
Closed Sundays
www.vollenweiderchocolatier.ch

7. Conditorei Schober

While Schober is an old name in the Swiss chocolate business, this chocolate shop is relatively new. It’s along the Limmat river next to the Storchen hotel.

At this shop, they have a small selection of handcrafted, old world style chocolate creations, pralines and other treats made with their traditional methods.

At the cafe, they serve their signature hot chocolate, famous from the old days at the famous Conditorei Schober in the old town that they founded, which is now Cafe 1842 under different management. We’re glad that the Schober brand finally has a home to call their own.

Their coffee is also good quality, sourced and freshly roasted by nearby Schwarzenbach.

While I do enjoy their chocolate, the shop seems a bit confused at the moment, geared more toward fancy gifts and no individual pralines on display like other chocolate shops.

The cafe has very limited seating and not much on the menu. But I’m hopeful it will become a new favorite as they grow into the space.

Location: Wühre 15, 8001 Zürich
Open: closed Sundays
Website: www.conditorei-schober.ch

Note: this same space used to be Dieter Meier’s Oro de Cacao, which is now available at Globus, Coop City, and online.

8. Vanini

Founded in 1871, this chocolate brand was founded in Ticino, the Italian-speaking region in southern Switzerland. They have a small shop in Zurich along Limmat river, as well as boutiques in Interlaken and Lugano. 

They have big slabs of chocolate (we liked the one with dried raspberries) as well as truffles and pralines. We like that they serve gelato even in winter – dark chocolate flavor is amazing! 

I wanted to buy all the chocolate bars just so I could frame the adorable packaging. Their amaretti dipped in chocolate are a special treat.

Vittorio Vanini – Swiss Chocolate since 1871
Limmatquai 74, 8001 Zürich
Open daily 8:00 – 19:00
www.vanini1871.ch

9. Berg und Tal

Switzerland has many fantastic small batch Swiss chocolatiers that aren’t big enough to have their own shop. So stop by this specialty grocery in the Niederdorf that sells some of the best local chocolate, including La Flor, Taucherli and Garçoa. 

We love all of these brands and are slowly trying all their bars, which are a bit pricey, but well worth it. Lots of other great products here as well.

Last time I was there, the staff were quite knowledgeable about these brands and walked me through the whole table of chocolate. I recommend the La Flor chocolate “breadcrumbs” – yum!

Berg und Tal im Niederdorf
Niederdorfstrasse 3, 8001 Zürich
www.berg-tal.ch

10. Schwarzenbach Chocolate & Espresso Bar

Schwarzenbach is another small specialty grocery focusing on coffee, tea, dried fruit, spices and chocolate. Next door is their gourmet chocolate shop, which sells a dizzying array of high-end chocolate bars from Switzerland and beyond.

So many to choose, it can feel overwhelming. I buy 1-2 bars each time I visit, just pick something that sounds interesting. Recently faves were Qantu goats milk, Naive peanut butter, and Garcoa Idukki.

All of the bars are much more expensive than at your local grocery, around CHF 5-12 for one bar. So check the prices carefully so you don’t get a big surprise when you pay.

In addition to chocolate bars, they have a coffee bar with special hot and cold chocolate drinks. You can takeaway or sip at the small counter by the window.

Schwarzenbach
Münstergasse 19, 8001 Zürich
www.schwarzenbach.ch

Detour: Cafe 1842 for hot chocolate

Directly across from Schwarzenbach is the famous Cafe 1842 (used to be Cafe Schober), which has excellent hot chocolate, delicious pastries, and lovely spaces for chatting. If you need to get off your feet, this is a nice place to do it.

We usually take our visitors here for their yummy hot chocolate, served with decadent farm-fresh whipped cream. It’s not super sweet, so perhaps not everyone’s favorite style, but we still love it. We’re also partial to their lemon meringue tart and chocolate cake.

Their cozy rooms are a nice place to meet friends and rest your feet after walking around the city. We also love sitting in their atrium, a quiet space with lush plants and natural light streaming in. The outdoor patio in front is a fun place to people watch since it overlooks the main shopping street in the old town.

Note that on weekends, there can be quite a wait for a table. No reservations.

Cafe 1842
Napfgasse 4, 8001 Zürich
Open daily
www.cafe1842.ch

12. Jacot Haute Chocolaterie Zürich

This small chocolate producer comes from the Val-de-Travers region in northwestern Switzerland. Since absinthe famously originates from this region, some of their chocolate feature this historically controversial flavor.

Their fairly new boutique in the center of Zurich sells a delightful array of pralines, chocolate truffles, chocolate bars, and a delicious Nutella-like chocolate spread. One of their signature pieces is a nail-shaped chocolate, which is a nod to the most prominent industry of their home city.

Location: Münsterhof 4, 8001 Zürich
Open: Mon-Fri 10:00-18:30 / Sat 10:00-18:00 / closed Sundays
Website: www.jacotchocolaterie.ch

Note: this same space also used to be Dieter Meier’s Oro de Cacao, which is now available at Globus, Coop City, and online.

13. Sprüngli at Paradeplatz

I hardly need to introduce this Zürich institution. Sprüngli is the high end arm of Lindt, with lovely shops all over Switzerland, mostly in the big cities. You really can’t go wrong here – it’s all good!

For a splurge, try the pricey Truffe du Jour, which are made the same day they are served. They usually have seasonal flavors, like this vanilla bean truffle, which is amazing.

If you need a cake, definitely get the chocolate truffle cake, which is topped with a massive triangle of pure chocolate truffle. If you want to a fun gift, I suggest the hot chocolate mix, which is chocolate shavings, not powder.

For extra credit, get a little box of Luxembourglis for later. Every flavor is my favorite, but especially caramel.

We used to love their cafe upstairs, but the recent renovation removed all the charm. Instead, we suggest nearby Milchbar, which is much more charming.

Sprüngli Paradeplatz
Bahnhofstrasse 21, 8001 Zürich
www.spruengli.ch

Guided Zurich Chocolate Tours

If you prefer a guided tour, here are a few tours we suggest.

Free Walk Zürich – Chocolate Walking Tour

Take a guided historical tour of Zurich and visit specialty chocolate shops (usually Max Chocolatier and Teuscher) to taste and learn along the way. You don’t have to book ahead (under 6 people), just show up at the meeting point on time. But check their calendar for upcoming dates.

• Location: Zürich Paradeplatz
• Dates: Saturdays at 11:00 – check calendar
• Duration: 2 hours
• Cost 2025: CHF 30/person

➡️ Book Free Walk Zurich Chocolate Tour

eTukTuk Chocolate Tasting Tour

This private eTukTuk tour visits a chocolate factory and two Zurich chocolatiers, while learning about the history of Swiss chocolate from your guide.

The eTukTuk fits up to 4 people, but you can a second TukTuk and travel together if you have larger group.

• When: booking available Tues-Fri
• Location: meet at Europallee 8, 8004 Zürich
• Duration: 140 mins tour
• Cost: starts at CHF 297 for 3 people
• Website: tuktuk.ch

Ethical Chocolate Tour Zürich

This guided tour includes a chocolate tasting workshop and visit to a small chocolate manufactory in Zurich city. You’ll learn about the history of chocolate and Swiss chocolate industry, focused on the new generation of ethical chocolate makers in Switzerland.

On the tour, you take public transportation between locations. So you will need a Zurich City Zone 110 ticket or equivalent (like Swiss Travel Pass), which is not included in the tour fee.

• Dates: possible on Fridays, requires at least 4 participants
• Duration: 3 hours
• Location: meet at Gebana shop, Ausstellungsstrasse 21, 8005 Zürich
• Cost 2025: CHF 85/person

➡️ Book Ethical Chocolate Tour Zurich

More chocolate walking tour options

• Zurich Chocolate Tasting and Traditions Tour with a Local
• Secret Food Tour Zurich – not just chocolate

In summary

I hope you enjoy this walking tour and all the chocolate you eat! Here’s the stash I came home with last time I went out on a chocolate walk with a friend.

See more posts about chocolate in Switzerland

P.S. If you are wondering why I left Läderach off this list, here’s why.