The best way to cool down is by plunging into the clear, refreshing water. All the better if you don't even need to leave the city centre to do it. Zurich offers sandy beaches and grassy area to sunbathe, diving towers, panoramic views of the Alps. Read a book in the shade of the trees, swim in the lake or the river — Zürich has a bathing spot for every taste. The public bathing traditions on Zürich stem from the Romans. Today, you can find more than 15 open-air baths. Many locations are equipped with showers and changing room.

Beautifully located at the foot of the mountain Billingen, Lake Hornborga is one of the most important bird lakes in Europe, attracting large quantities of visitors, both birds and humans, every year. In the spring, you can see the famous crane dance, and during the rest of the year, there are a lot of other unique bird species to watch.

Strandpromenaden is a promenade that was built in 1912. Ever since, it's been a popular walking area for both visitors and locals. Regardless of the weather, people can be seen walking from Kallbadhuset, in the north, all the way to Apelviken in the south. The promenade also welcomes joggers and cyclists looking to enjoy the fresh sea air. After a stroll or a sporting activity, visitors have the option to relax on the beach or indulge in coffee and snacks at a nearby café.