Zurich North Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Zurich North
Popular places to visit
University of Zurich
Explore the campus of University of Zurich during your stay in Zürich. Experience the live music and museums in this culturally rich area.
MFO-Park
Explore the great outdoors at MFO-Park, a lovely green space in Zürich. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant 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.
Activities
Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Our pick of the best Zurich North Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Zurich - Messe by IHG
"Super, a bit hot in the room with the temperature actually"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Acasa Suites Zurich Oerlikon
"Loved this hotel. The rooms were spacious, beds were comfy and the bathrooms were squeaky clean. The staff were very friendly and helped with directions to all of the places we wanted to see. Was a good experience overall."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Zurich North
"Everything is good! Thanks!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
ibis Zurich Messe-Airport
"The hotel is well located near zurich airport. However, the conditions and maintenance of hotel and rooms itself are deteriorated and dirty. The staff was nice and very helpful with every needs."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Mama Shelter Zurich
"Super clean and fun hotel"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
"Registration was excellent and the restaurant staff were excellent. The breakfast was too expensive."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Zurich North
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.
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.
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.
District 2
Lake views, spas and gardens highlight some notable features of District 2. Make a stop by Museum Rietberg or FIFA World Football Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Morgental Tram Stop or Butzenstrasse Tram Stop to get around town.
