Rapperswil Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic stone tower with a clock, surrounded by buildings and red flowers.
A historic stone tower with a clock, surrounded by a stone building with arched windows and a tiled roof.
A row of blue and white paddle boats docked at a pier.
A vineyard, a white building, and a bridge over a lake.
A grassy hillside with a stone wall, deer grazing, and a castle in the background.

Stay near popular Rapperswil attractions

Rapperswil Castle

8.6/10 (131 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Rapperswil-Jona with a trip to Rapperswil Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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Activities

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Premium Rapperswil Castle how swiss tennis Player hererose

AU$118
per adult
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Small Group Tour with Picnic

Private Tour with Picnic in the Alps

AU$265
per adult
Private Tour with Picnic in the Alps
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket

Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket

AU$30
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket

Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket

AU$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Getaway to Rhine Falls

Getaway to Rhine Falls

AU$89
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Getaway to Rhine Falls
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket

Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket

AU$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Rapperswil Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG

Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG

4 out of 5
420 Badenerstrasse Zürich ZH
The price is AU$269 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$269
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Zürich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Property is getting old so elevators small, rooms small with no bathroom privacy at all. Breakfast ridiculously expensive."

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich

Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich

4 out of 5
Thurgauerstrasse 116 Opfikon Zurich
The price is AU$253 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$253
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Opfikon. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,016 reviews)
"The room was cleaned. Air-conditioning was great. Had to book this day last minute, but they came through. Great location too close to the airport. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Hotel Scheuble

Hotel Scheuble

3.5 out of 5
Muehlegasse 17 Zürich ZH
The price is AU$430 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$430
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Zürich. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,544 reviews)
"Nice hotel center to town. Room was warm due to not having AC."

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Hotel Scheuble
Novotel Zurich City West

Novotel Zurich City West

4 out of 5
Schiffbaustrasse 13 Zürich ZH
The price is AU$384 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$384
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Zürich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"Great amenities but breakfast unfortunately not included"

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Novotel Zurich City West
Hilton Zurich Airport

Hilton Zurich Airport

4 out of 5
Hohenbuehlstrasse 10 Opfikon
The price is AU$252 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$252
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Opfikon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Great Hotel with great walking trails close by."

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

Hilton Zurich Airport
Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich

Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich

4 out of 5
Buckhauserstrasse 36 Zürich ZH
The price is AU$188 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$188
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Zürich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (895 reviews)
"was ok"

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich
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Our guide on where to stay in Rapperswil

Find the best Rapperswil areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A riverside promenade with historic buildings, a bridge, and a café.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a marina, boats, and a clear blue harbor.

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.

A nighttime cityscape with multi-lane roads and illuminated buildings.

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.

A cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, outdoor seating at cafes, and flags.

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.

A garden with a pond, statues, and a building with columns.

District 2

Lake views, spas and gardens highlight some notable features of District 2. Make a stop by FIFA World Football Museum or Tonhalle Zurich while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Morgental Tram Stop or Butzenstrasse Tram Stop to get around town.

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