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Zürich is a great place to begin a visit to Switzerland. It offers many attractions for visitors of all ages, from the old town to the new, trendy district of Zürich West. Opera, ballet, theater, shows, musicals, art exhibitions, shopping, and museums – Zürich has it all. You'll never be bored in this area! Zürich also boasts over 1,700 restaurants and bars, where tourist regularly order traditional Swiss cuisine. Night life is eclectic and energetic, with indoor and outdoor choices that will not disappoint.

Winterthur, a town in the Zürich Region, used to be known mostly for industrial means, but now it is a place where many cultures and ethnicities thrive. It is also an important town for museums, sports, and entertainment. There are plentiful bars and night clubs in Winterthur, and here is where you will find the only bar in Switzerland that is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Also noteworthy is the biggest waterfall in Europe, The Rhine Falls, only a 20 minute drive from Winterthur.

At the north end of Lake Zürich is Rapperswil, a riviera that has many tourist attractions, including a castle, a medieval town, a historical wooden bridge, and Knies Children's Zoo. Rapperswil also offers a water park called the Alpamare, as well as a slide and trampoline playground called Atzmännig, making this area a favorite for families.

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