District 5 Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit District 5
Popular places to visit
Markthalle im Viadukt
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Markthalle im Viadukt during your trip to Zürich.
Bahnhofstrasse
Looking to spend some serious money or to merely browse; this is one of Europe's most exquisite shopping strips.
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.
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.
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Our pick of the best District 5 Hotel Deals
easyHotel Zurich City Main Station
Thanks for everything
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
ibis budget Zurich City West
Perfect
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Montana Zürich
Overall we had a good stay at this hotel, the room was clean and comfortable, it was a bit smaller than some of the other rooms we had stayed in but it was in a major town so that was to be expected. The room was supposed to have a kettle however the base plate was there but not the kettle. My husband ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Sheraton Zurich Hotel
Excelente hotel. Muy buena estadía. Cerca de transporte público. Habitaciones modernas, camas cómodas y muy lindo ambiente. Volvería.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
INSIDE FIVE City Apartments
Everything was great
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Renaissance Zürich Tower Hotel
Gentleman at check in was absolutely wonderful and most accommodating.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around District 5
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.
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 Starkart Urban Art Gallery or Helvetia Square, 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 Starkart Urban Art 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.
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.
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.
