Many travelers begin or end their European journeys at Zurich Airport, treating the city as merely a waypoint en route to the Swiss Alps or beyond. This is a shame, given that Zurich—home to fewer than 500,000 residents—offers the amenities and cultural heft of a global metropolis. Its compact size and efficient transportation system mean that, yes, you can see the highlights (which we’ve shared below) in a day or two. But why rush away from someplace so pleasant? Zurich rewards lingering. Here ...