Schwamendingen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Schwamendingen
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
Looking to spend some serious money or to merely browse; this is one of Europe's most exquisite shopping strips.
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
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.
ETH Zurich
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at ETH Zurich during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this vibrant area.
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.
Activities
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Schwamendingen Hotel Deals
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
4 minutes from airport no need for shuttle. Clean room, beautiful hotel and friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Small room but efficient layout (creative use of space … almost like sleeping in the bathroom.. but it worked … for one person
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Scheuble
Location is the best thing going for it
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Central Plaza Hotel
Had a great stay at the Central Plaza Hotel. The location was perfect for exploring the city and getting our train to Zermatt. For an old hotel, it is has been remodeled nicely and the rooms are comfortable. The staff was very nice and always helpful. The brunch in the restaurant was great (order ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
The property was warm, the staff, friendly and clean.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
I was staying for one night only and have to catch an early flight. It is closed to the Airport. 300 yds apro. Walking distance. Nice bed, good shower. Nothing superb.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Schwamendingen
Oberstrass
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Oberstrass. Spend some time visiting top spots like Rigiblick Funicular, and catch the metro at Langmauerstrasse Tram Stop or Letzistrasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Oerlikon
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Oerlikon. Top attractions like Halle 622 and MFO-Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Sternen Oerlikon Tram Stop or Oerlikon Station Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Unterstrass
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Unterstrass. Spend some time visiting top spots like Flussbad Oberer Letten, and catch the metro at Schaffhauserplatz Tram Stop or Guggachstrasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Hottingen
Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Hottingen. Top attractions like Dolder Sports and Kulturama Museum of Mankind are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dolderbahn S-Bahn or Titlisstrasse S-Bahn to see more of the city.
Zurich North
Noted for its live music and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Zurich North. Top attractions like MFO-Park and Halle 622 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bad Allenmoos Tram Stop or Regensbergbrucke Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Niederdorf
Visitors often come to Niederdorf for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Central Library Zurich and Polybahn Funicular. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Rudolf-Brun-Brucke Station.
