Northern Switzerland Travel Guide
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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.
Basel City Centre
Museums, art galleries and historical sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Rosentalanlage or Basler Muenster while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.
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.
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
"It’s literally within the airport"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
"Good connection from the train station on Bus 46."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
ibis budget Zurich Airport
"There needs to be instructions in English on how to work the lights in the room."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Zurich Center
"The location of this hotel is within excellent walking distance to all the sites. We had a family room and it was clean and spacious. We had a table, kitchen and fridge, which was convenient. The hotel restaurant/bar in the lobby was a nice place to stop and have a cocktail at the end of our long ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
City Pop 2Night Zürich City - Self check-in
"Everything was great and smooth in and out"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Swiss Star Tower
"The building was clean"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
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Popular places to visit
Bahnhofstrasse
You can do some window-shopping at Bahnhofstrasse during your visit to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
Zoo Zurich
Why not meet the animals who call Zoo Zurich home during your holiday in Zürich? Attend a sporting event in this culturally rich area.
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Rhine Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rhine Falls during your travels in Laufen-Uhwiesen. Discover the waterfalls while you're in the area.
Vaduz Castle
Find out about the history of Vaduz when you spend time at Vaduz Castle. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out its ski slopes.
Swiss National Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Swiss National Museum during your travels in Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
- Bahnhofstrasse
- Letzigrund Stadium
- Zoo Zurich
- Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria
- Rhine Falls
- Kunsthaus Zurich
- Tamina Thermal Baths
- Basel Zoo
- Uetliberg
- ETH Zurich
- Beyeler Foundation
- Kybunpark
- Congress Center Basel
- Basler Muenster
- Paradeplatz
- Basel Art Museum
- FIFA World Football Museum
- Abbey Library of Saint Gall
- St. Jakob-Park
- Aquabasilea
- Shopping Center Glatt
