Villas and gardens
Where Winterthur's upper classes used to stroll
Winterthur is not known as a garden city for nothing: the old town is surrounded by a belt of prestigious villas of former city grandees, surrounded by magnificent gardens. In the past, Winterthur's upper classes used to stroll around in private; today, many of the artistically designed parks are open to the public.
Join us on a historical foray through secluded gardens and take a look behind wrought-iron gates that were once well closed. In addition to gnarled oaks, fragrant roses and sprawling lime trees, you will also discover many an exciting story.
Note: We recommend starting at the Villa Rychenberg (Rychenbergstrasse 94). In the winter months we recommend starting at 5 p.m. at the latest due to the darkness of the villas and gardens.
Private group tours
| Dates | Freely selectable throughout the year (not possible on Sundays and during school vacations) |
|---|---|
| Duration | Recommended 2 hours |
| Participants | 1-80 persons |
| Start/End | By arrangement |
| Language | German, English, French |
| Prices | Up to 1.5 hours CHF 260 per group with a maximum of 20 people, CHF 40 for each additional half hour |
Public tours
| Dates | Fixed dates |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Starting point | Villa Rychenberg, Rychenbergstrasse 94 |
| End point | Lindengutpark (Vögelipark) |
| Language | German |
| Prices | CHF 25 (reduced CHF 12.50) |
Book a private city tour
You can book all city tours privately as a company, club, school or family - on your desired date and, depending on the offer, with a flexible meeting and end point.
You can register at any time using the online form below. Frequently asked questions with answers can be found here. We will also be happy to advise you personally on your selection and booking during office hours.
Why book?
1. perfect combination: "Infotainment"
A city tour offers a special mix of information and entertainment. Like an exciting documentary on television, only you are there live with us. Some offers also include culinary delights, such as the "Stroll and taste" tour.
2. inexpensive for individuals and groups of all kinds
Whether for guests, newcomers or long-time residents: the city tours are suitable for everyone and for groups of all kinds. Companies and clubs particularly like the offer. But the tours are also booked for birthdays and other private celebrations. Because they fit every budget.
Tariffs House of Winterthur
Per group with a maximum of 20 people:
- Up to 1.5 hours CHF 260
- CHF 40 for each additional half hour
Bei Spezialführungen mit Kulinarik fallen zusätzliche Kosten an. Bei kurzfristigen Buchungen (<48 Std.) wird ein Expresszuschlag von CHF 50 verrechnet.
3. 100% customer satisfaction
Responding to our customers is our great strength. In recent years, participants have rated us exclusively as "very good" or "good" in this respect.