Leave your workday behind and treat yourself to some downtime. Our after-work tips are a great way to unwind and make the most of your evening. Whether you live here or are just visiting, Zug offers a wide range of ways to unwind after a long day at work and enjoy your free time. From “dolce far niente” to sports activities, cultural events, and culinary experiences—there’s something for everyone in Zug.
Places for Aperitifs in the City
aigu Restaurant & Bar - Zug
Swiss cuisine with a touch of southern French flair at the Park Hotel Zug.
Fisherman's Tavern
Cocktails and appetizer platters right on the lake.
Quai Pasa Buvette - Zug
The Zug summer hotspot right on the lake.
Restaurant Schiff - Zug
A restaurant with a terrace, bar, and seminar room in one of Zug's most beautiful spots—right on the lake.
Restaurant Theater Casino - Zug
Good food comes from the heart
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Restaurant zur Taube - Zug
Experience the unforgettable taste of first-class fine dining and hospitality.
Zug lido
Discover the largest outdoor pool in Zug with a sandy beach.
VIVA Wine Bar
In the heart of Zug, VIVA combines elegant wine culture with modern cuisine and an atmosphere that invites you to linger.
Sweet Idleness
Swimming
People have been officially swimming on the southern shore of Zug’s Old Town since 1882. Admission to the lakeside bathing areas is still free.
Strolling in Zug
The flâneur is a person who looks, enjoys and wanders haphazardly while strolling - he strolls, and you?
Experience the Sunset in Zug: The Most Beautiful Sunset Spots
Experience the sunset in Zug: Discover the most beautiful spots along Lake Zug and in the mountains. Perfect for aperitifs, restaurants, and evening walks.
Close to nature
Fresh mountain air
The small canton with big mountain adventures.
Fire pits in the Canton of Zug
Barbecue areas for a cozy family outing, a break during a hike with friends, or a romantic evening by the lake.
Life by the water
The feeling of freedom and adventure is omnipresent on the lakes of Zug and makes hearts beat faster.
Restaurants on Lake Zug
On the shores of Lake Zug, good taste takes center stage.
Athletic
Running
Every time you follow a path, you have the chance to discover something new.
Stand-up paddling
A stand-up paddle on the Zug lakes is a cure-all for stress, pain, discomfort or bad moods
Cycle routes
Explore the most beautiful cycle routes in the canton of Zug, sustainable, flexible and uncomplicated.
Hikes
Fresh air, breathtaking views, and cherry trees in bloom—what could be better than hiking over hill and dale?
Celebrate
Nightlife in Zug: Bars, Pubs, and Clubs
An evening in Zug has many facets: it can be relaxed, enjoyable, or surprisingly lively. Between the lake, the Old Town, and urban hangouts, a nightlife scene emerges that combines style and diversity.
Summer Festivals
A summer in Zug filled with festivals that couldn't be more different.
Events in the canton of Zug
From the Zuger Messe to the Genuss Film Festival Zug: discover current events, concerts and highlights in the canton of Zug in the Zug Tourism calendar.