Zürich Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Bern featuring a bridge

Where to stay in Zürich

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Old Town Zürich

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. Peter Church to Bahnhofstrasse – discover Old Town Zürich, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Zürich
Bern featuring a bridge

Zürich Center

5/5(1 area review)

While you're in Zürich Center, take in top sights like Lindenhof or Swiss Casinos Zurich, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rennweg Tram Stop or Sihlstrasse Tram Stop.

Zürich Center
Bern featuring a bridge

Zürich District

If you're spending time in Zürich District, check out sights like St. Josef Church or Swiss National Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Museum of Design Station or Limmatplatz Tram Stop.

Zürich District
Museum Rietberg

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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Aussersihl

Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Aussersihl. Top attractions like Helvetia Square and Letzigrund Stadium are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Guterbahnhof Tram Stop or Backeranlage Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Aussersihl
Zurich

District 8

Travellers choose District 8 for its fantastic lake views. Hop aboard the metro at Frohlichstrasse Tram Stop or Wildbachstrasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like Botanical Garden.

District 8
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
3 out of 5
Stampfenbachstrasse 60, Zürich, ZH
The price is AU$226 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$226
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Zürich. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (515 reviews)
"Centrally located and 7-8 min. walk from Zürich HB. 10 min. walking to the old city and many options for dining. Clean room and friendly staff. Will definitely stay next time in Zurich!"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

ibis Styles Zurich City Center
Crowne Plaza Zürich, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Zürich, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
420 Badenerstrasse, Zürich, ZH
The price is AU$226 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$226
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Zürich. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Liked bathroom, but it lacked in lighting. The room had no luggage racks or space. Breakfast staff were wonderful"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

Crowne Plaza Zürich, an IHG Hotel
Central Plaza Hotel
Central Plaza Hotel
4 out of 5
Central 1, Zürich, ZH
The price is AU$355 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$355
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Zürich. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful view of the city and river."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Central Plaza Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Zurich Center
Aparthotel Adagio Zurich Center
4 out of 5
Stampfenbachstrasse 60, Zürich
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Zürich. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (168 reviews)
"Front desk was incredible. Such great service and clean rooms!"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024

Aparthotel Adagio Zurich Center
Lamira Serviced Apartments
Lamira Serviced Apartments
2.5 out of 5
22 Soodstrasse, Zürich
Stay at this condo in Zürich. Enjoy free WiFi, a TV, and digital TV. Popular attractions Bahnhofstrasse and ETH Zurich are located nearby. Discover genuine guest ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
"This is probably one of the best places I’ve stayed on holiday and would definitely recommend. It was very reasonably priced, a 10 minute tram ride from the centre and very clean and modern. Communication was excellent and allowed us to check in an hour early. Thank you for the lovely stay!"

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2024

Lamira Serviced Apartments
VISIONAPARTMENTS Zurich Hotel Flemings
VISIONAPARTMENTS Zurich Hotel Flemings
2.5 out of 5
10 Brandschenkestrasse, Zürich, ZH
Stay at this aparthotel in Zürich. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Bahnhofstrasse and Swiss National Museum are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (19 reviews)
"best for young travelers who don’t mind being on a slightly noisy street (the rooms also have VERY thin walls, so you hear your neighbors, but that didn’t bother me). incredibly clean and modern. the only thing was the shade in the bathroom didn’t close, so the toilette was viewable from the street, ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2024

VISIONAPARTMENTS Zurich Hotel Flemings
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Zürich

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
10 Mar 2020

Lovely city of Switzerland. You feel safe and comfortable walking around town and the people are friendly. Lots of choices of restaurants and bars. They seem to love their italian food!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
16 Feb 2020

Very walkable plenty to see . Easy to do day trips from the tour hub. Good food.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
7 Feb 2020

Found Zurich to be a very expensive city. It may pay to learn some German before visiting

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
28 Jan 2020

Not much to do in the city itself besides shopping but the Alps are unreal. High recommended

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
19 Jan 2020

Zurich is a beautiful city to explore with great history. It felt very safe. It is very expensive to do anything there though!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
7 Jan 2020

Good to visit but found dining and meal costs were quite high.