Experience the best of Zürich this fall, from local cuisine and vibrant foliage to art exhibitions and special events. Below are highlights and experiences to enjoy in the city this season.
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Food & Wine
Market Bürkliplatz is a must-visit for seasonal produce, flowers, cheese, fish and meats. Held every Tuesday and Friday morning, it is one of Zürich’s largest local markets and a great place to sample high-quality regional foods.
Wine enthusiasts can also visit the city’s two urban wineries for harvest-season tastings. Zweifel, known widely for its snack brand, has deep local roots and produces regional wines. The Landolt winery, founded in 1834, cultivates a picturesque vineyard and produces a wide range of wines from multiple grape varieties native to the Zürich region.
© Food Zürich – David Bierdert
Events
Food Zurich, an 11-day festival through mid-September, presents more than 100 events including professional cooking classes, tastings, pop-up dinners, culinary competitions, urban gardening projects and guided tours that highlight the city’s gastronomy scene.
The Zurich Film Festival, running late September to early October, screens over 160 films and attracts filmmakers, industry professionals and film lovers for screenings, panels and networking events.
© Zürich Film Festival
Digital Art Zurich in October celebrates digital culture with talks, installations, workshops, performances and artist-led tours. This festival brings together national and international artists to explore technology in a cultural context.
Expovina, the city’s major wine fair in November, is among the world’s largest wine-tasting events. For its milestone edition, tastings take place aboard a fleet of boats docked in Zürich, offering a unique setting for sampling wines from across the region.
Schipfe © Courtesy of Zürich Tourism
Fall Foliage
For panoramic autumn colors, take the 25-minute train ride to Uetliberg. At nearly 2,800 feet above sea level, this local mountain offers sweeping views of the city, the lake and the Alps, framed by the surrounding forest’s seasonal hues.
Within the Old Town, Lindenhof provides another scenic viewpoint where yellowing trees create a tranquil autumn atmosphere. Below Lindenhof, the Schipfe quarter lines the river and is particularly picturesque when leaves change color.
Museums & Exhibitions
At Kunsthaus Zurich, a retrospective exhibition highlights the work of Niki de Saint Phalle, presenting a broad selection that traces her innovative approach and distinctive style.
The WOW Museum, dedicated to optical illusions, offers interactive experiences such as the WOW City Rally. This activity combines animated illusions, playful challenges and engaging interactions that let visitors explore the city through a creative, immersive lens.
Whether you come for food and wine, film and digital art, scenic hikes or museum exhibitions, Zürich in the fall offers a rich blend of cultural and outdoor experiences suitable for many interests.