Zürich District
Zürich
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Popular places to visit
Zoo Zurich
Come face-to-face with rare and exotic animal species, including Amur tigers and snow leopards, which roam in recreations of their natural habitats.
Bahnhofstrasse
This is one of the world’s most exclusive retail strips. Even if you can’t afford the price tags, it’s worth a browse for the window-shopping alone.
Swiss National Museum
Discover the life of the Swiss people from prehistoric times to the present day while wandering among the rooms of a grandiose riverside castle.
Zürich Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Zürich Opera House during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
Lindenhof
This historic quarter is filled with medieval alleyways, Zurich’s finest churches, artisan’s shops and a hilltop featuring Roman ruins and sweeping city views.
Zurich Town Hall
Always receiving attention because it seems to float on a major river, this structure had two predecessors that succumbed to time and climate.
Things to do
Zurich: Unlimited Switzerland Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket
Zurich: Open Top Bus Sightseeing Tour with Optional Cruise
Top hotels in Zürich District
citizenM Zürich
Very clean, friendly helpful staff, great stay!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Great hotel. Rooms are small for the price but very well laid out and comfortable. We stayed in much larger rooms in other hotels on our trip that were far less enjoyable! I have no difficulty recommending this hotel to other travellers.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
Excellent hotel. Good for families.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Zurich Marriott Hotel
Nice and convenient stay, short walking distance from the train station and city center and delicious breakfast! The bread pudding was a surprising breakfast treat.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Hotel Scheuble
Room was great, with everything one may need. For me it was a little cold in mid Oct. Heat is controlled from the front desk. It would be useful to have more explanations in the room, like what to dial for the font desk. Breakfast was also very nice. Most of the ladies on the staff were quite nice, ...
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Saint Georges Hotel
Solo traveller spending a night in Zurich before flying home. A very easy walk from Zurich HB. Clean rooms and lobby space with friendly front desk. Spent the afternoon and evening walking around town before departing the next morning. Great value.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zürich District
Langstrasse
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Langstrasse. Top attractions like Helvetia Square and Bernard Jordan Gallery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop or Backeranlage Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Gewerbeschule
Travellers choose Gewerbeschule for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Limmatplatz Tram Stop or Quellenstrasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like Markthalle im Viadukt.
District 4
While you're in District 4, take in top sights like Helvetia Square or Starkart Urban Art Gallery, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Backeranlage Tram Stop or Guterbahnhof Tram Stop.
Aussersihl
Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Aussersihl. Top attractions like Letzigrund Stadium and Swiss Casinos Zurich are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Guterbahnhof Tram Stop or Backeranlage Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Zürich Center
While you're in Zürich Center, take in top sights like Lindenhof or Swiss Casinos Zurich, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rennweg Tram Stop or Sihlstrasse Tram Stop.
Werd
While you're in Werd, take in top sights like Haus Konstruktiv or Old Botanical Garden, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Werd Tram Stop or Bezirksgebaude Station.
