District 12 Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit District 12
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.
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.
Activities
Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: Open Top Bus Sightseeing Tour with Optional Cruise
Zurich: Unlimited Switzerland Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Our pick of the best District 12 Hotel Deals
citizenM Zürich
nice cool hotel
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Ruby Mimi Zurich
The room was clean but I wasn’t crazy about the sink not being in the bathroom . Staff was great , movie theatre was a cool concept. I felt very safe in hotel. Shower was very small . Very nice bar /restaurant .
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Our room was spacious and clean. The rool was missing a tv remote. Requested but didnt get it. That's okay. Staff was very friendly. They have a laundry facility but the machine or wash apps was not easy to use. Overall, i was happy and would stay here again.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Very business friendly
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
ibis budget Zurich Airport
Very clean
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
Great hotel in close proximity of tram stop. Friendly staff, smooth check in and check out. Great breakfast and good restaurant. Definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around District 12
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.
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.
Glattbrugg
Visitors to Glattbrugg love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Opfikon S-Bahn.
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.
