A short city break in Zurich is always a good idea. The beautiful capital of Switzerland has a lot to offer: nature, Lake Zurich, the Uetliberg, a picturesque old town, great restaurants, many museums and other cultural highlights just waiting to be discovered.
There are also plenty of top-notch bars where you can take in all the sights and sounds. Here are five of the coolest bars in Zurich that you should definitely visit.
CLOUDS BAR – DRINKS WITH A VIEW OVER ZURICH
Enjoy delicious drinks above the rooftops of the city. At the Clouds Bar, on the 35th floor of the Primetower, you can enjoy cocktails, whiskies, gin or really good champagne. It is a place where elegance meets comfort and invites you to enjoy a few moments of pleasure. From the bar you have a fantastic view of the Uetliberg, especially at sunset!
The Clouds Bar was voted one of the best bars in Switzerland in 2023 by Falstaff and is known for its excellent gin tastings. Sounds like a great place to visit, doesn't it?
TALES BAR – FABULOUS COCKTAILS
Excellent cocktails also await you at Tales Bar. The highly talented bartenders here will conjure up not only standard drinks but also bespoke creations to suit your taste. The inviting atmosphere invites you to lose track of time, chat with other guests and simply enjoy yourself. Tales Bar is also known as the cocktail living room, and it is precisely this ambience that makes it one of the coolest bars in Zurich.
KRONENHALLE BAR – CLASSIC ELEGANCE AND THE FINEST IN INDULGENCE
Stylish, classic and delicious – there is no better way to describe the Kronenhalle Bar. This exquisite bar not only serves great drinks, but also offers a very special conviviality. Anyone who comes here for a drink (or a few drinks) is sure to come back. This is probably due to the fact that there is a special sound here: there is no music at all. It may sound unusual at first, but it is actually quite nice when you experience it. The bar was built in 1965 and since then it has been considered a classic American bar and a place for sophisticated drinking culture, where every little detail is a work of art. Be sure to stop by and find out if the Kronenhalle Bar lives up to its reputation as the best bar in Zurich, if not the world.
WOHNZIMMERBAR – COSY, AUTHENTIC, DIFFERENT
For those who feel more at home in a rustic bar or pub than in a sophisticated cocktail bar, we recommend the cosy Wohnzimmerbar. The colourful collection of chairs and sofas is reminiscent of your grandmother's living room, and that's what makes it so charming. The prices are reasonable, the crowd is an eclectic mix, and the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. You can come here 365 days a year for a beer, long drink, cocktail or soft drink, and discover another side of Zurich.
JULES VERNE – PANORAMA BAR WITH EXQUISITE DRINKS
Fancy a first-class drink with a dream view in one of Zurich's best cocktail bars? Then the Jules Verne Panoramabar is the place to be. Overlooking the city and the lake, you can sip delicious cocktails, wines and champagnes, and enjoy a little Zurich exclusivity. During the week, you can also enjoy a delicious French-inspired lunch here. Look forward to exceptional moments of indulgence and if you are feeling particularly romantic, you can also make a detour to the Urania Observatory, located in the same building.
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