Hochschulen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hochschulen
Popular places to visit
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.
Kunsthaus Zurich
Spot works from the 15th century onward and pieces by Matisse, Picasso and Rembrandt, among other greats at one of Switzerland’s most significant art museums.
Lakeside Promenade
The air is clean, the water is fresh and those who spend time here welcome the relaxing environment. Travel a short distance and you’ll be back in the city.
Zurich Zoological Museum
Experience the fascinating sights and sounds of the animal kingdom via a display of more than 1,500 pieces of taxidermy animals and skeletons.
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.
Activities
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Hochschulen Hotel Deals
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Excellent location close to the airport.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Clean room, friendly staff. Couldn’t fault the location! A great stay
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Staff were very friendly and helpful, particularly with questions we had about visiting the city and nearby tourist attractions. The supply of fresh water and snacks in the reception was also great
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Boutique Hotel Wellenberg
The interior is beautiful, and the staff members are excellent. It is conveniently located, with many wonderful restaurants, bars, sightseeing attractions, and shops all within walking distance. My family and I really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
Great service, good amenities to include an in room hot water kettle and super close to the airport so all you need to do is walk to security.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Central Plaza Hotel
Room was clean and comfortable with good amenities. The hotel was excellently located very near the train station with connections to the airport and easy access to the historic centre with its shops and restaurants. Would stay here again on a return visit.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hochschulen
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.
Old Town Zürich
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bahnhofstrasse to Zurich Toy Museum – discover Old Town Zürich, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Zürich Center
While you're in Zürich Center, take in top sights like Zurich Toy Museum or Lindenhof, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rennweg Tram Stop or Sihlstrasse Tram Stop.
Seefeld
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Seefeld. Top attractions like Chinese Garden and Zurichhorn Park are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Hoschgasse Tram Stop or Frohlichstrasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
