Affoltern Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
Looking to spend some serious money or to merely browse; this is one of Europe's most exquisite shopping strips.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Our pick of the best Affoltern Hotel Deals
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Excellent
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Excellent value for money. Although it was 20 minutes away from old town by transport - literally tram stop outside the hotel very frequent and very cheap. Would definitely stay here than the expensive hotels you pay in the city and this is such a clean lovely and friendly hotel
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Beautiful hotel, I had an excellent night to get my flight at the next day. Super convenient location. Great staff.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
The staff was excellent, the location can't be better for a short stop over, transportation is at your door step
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
ibis budget Zurich Airport
We really enjoyed
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hotel Scheuble
Brief overnight stay practical & friendly!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Affoltern
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.
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.
Altstetten
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Altstetten. Top attractions like Swiss Life Arena and Hallenbad Altstetten are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bachmattstrasse Tram Stop or Lindenplatz 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.
District 6
Known for its charming coffee shops and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in District 6. You can visit top attractions like Rigiblick Funicular and Museum of Anthropology, and jump on the metro at Langmauerstrasse Tram Stop or Irchel University 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.
