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How to Drop $1,000 In Zurich in Less than 24 Hours

9/9/2017

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Zurich Switzerland
Before visiting Zurich we knew it had a reputation of being expensive - however we had no idea just how much so this was going to be.  Dropping AUD$1,000 in less than 24 hours was done without even trying!

You know you are in trouble when a cup of water in a restaurant cost you AUD$7 - why can’t kids just drink beer - it was cheaper!

The city is beautiful - with the river Limmat running out of Lake Zurich through the middle separating the old and new town - and snow capped mountains in sight - it really is stunning. The architecture is ornate and conjures up memories of story books, it is one of those picture postcard cities.

Zurich Streets
But is it worth the cost for the Australian traveller? This is how, without even trying, less than 24 hours in this city cost us AUD$1,000.

Accommodation - $500
We didn’t even stay in the city centre - room only at the Renaissance hotel on the outskirts of town.

Lunch - $140
Four burgers, one serve of fries, two beers, glass of water and a lemonade. Yep, that was it!

All Day Transport - $40 
We used the tram and train network to get around all day.  The network was extensive and we had a stop right next to the hotel.  It took 15 minutes from our hotel to Old Town. We purchased all day travel cards for the family.

FIFA Museum Zurich
FIFA Museum - $85 
This was actually quite good value - we spent a good three hours in this interactive museum. And the kids (and parents) loved it.

Afternoon Beers - $50
After the museum we visited a Beer Garden on the river - nothing fancy, self service and find a seat in the garden. Two beers, two slushes and a serve of fries. 

Dinner - $170
We stumbled across a Food Truck Festival that we opted for dinner.  Two serves of Pad Thai, a Mango Salad and a Wrap washed down with two beers and two waters and topped off with four gelato. All self service sitting on plastic chairs in the sun. 

Zurich Beer Garden
As you can see - without even trying - this city really adds up!  We did not eat at fancy restaurants, take taxis or buy any souvenirs.  We simply kept fed and watered and explored the city by foot and public transport.

The beer is good, the city is gorgeous and was fun to explore, but I don’t think I will be back in a hurry.  

We did stumble across a supermarket and purchased bottled water for AUD$3, so I am sure you could do the city on the cheap if you really tried.  However it would be hard work!

Penny - Itchy Feet Family

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