Early risers are rewarded on Tuesdays and Fridays with a morning walk through this produce market. Brisk air is met with the aromas of fresh fruit, vegetables, seedlings, locally made cheeses and seasonal flowers.

This cheese paradise offers countless specialties from all over Switzerland. Visitors may dine on traditional local cuisine in the restaurant or pick up fresh products like milk, cheese, meats and daily baked bread. The cheese makers are on location and patrons can watch them work through windows in the restaurant.

This specialty store has been trading in the Niederdorf district for over 100 years. The huge variety of tea, coffee, dried fruits and pasta are sold by weight and after shopping, many locals head to the tea/coffee shop of the same name next door.

This renowned confectionery, best know for its signature macarons “Luxemburgerli,” was founded in Zurich in 1836 and smells almost as good as its offerings taste. The store offers more than 2,000 tempting options to satisfy cravings both sweet and savory. Assorted gift boxes are a perfect take away for chocolate lovers back home.

This chocolatier is one of Switzerland’s best traditional chocolate makers. Employing centuries-old craftsmanship, Vollenweider follows time-tested recipes to create handmade delicacies that are arguably the best in Zurich (which, considering the competition, is quite a feat).