Altstetten 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.
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
Mount Titlis Day Trip from Zurich
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Our pick of the best Altstetten Hotel Deals
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Mercure Zürich City
During my time in the SPA area, I experienced an unfortunate incident where my mobile phone was stolen. I noticed it was missing shortly after and immediately contacted the reception to report the situation. The reception team responded promptly and handled the matter efficiently. Thanks to their ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
THE FLAG Zürich
We were there for 2 night and it was very nice! First thing we noticed that the room amelled so good and very clean. The staff were so friendly always had a smile on their faces. Would definitely recommend !
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Beautiful set up, my young boys were so happy to see their beds set up waiting upon arrival. Very thoughtful for a family traveling and staying at Zurich Airport due to flight cancellation. Thank you.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Check-in was smooth and breakfast was amazing! Ideal for short stay. Room was too small though clean and neat.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Scheuble
The staff was friendly and welcoming, the common area was updated with plenty of room to get work done. The room itself was spacious, the only issue I had was that I could hear people in the adjacent room while trying to fall asleep.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Altstetten
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.
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.
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 Museum of Design.
Enge
Travellers choose Enge for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Enge-Bederstrasse Station or Zurich Enge S-Bahn and check out top sights like FIFA World Football Museum.
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.