Rapperswil Travel Guide
Zürich
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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.
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant 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.
Lindenhof
You can find out about the history of Zürich with a stop at Lindenhof. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
ETH Zurich
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at ETH Zurich during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in Rapperswil
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
"Friendly staff, clean, easy to access train station and airport"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hotel Scheuble
"Great value n wonderful place to stay"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
"The hotel is very convenient because of its location. In addition to being in the city center, it is only a few blocks from the main train station, which is very helpful if you plan to visit other cities, such as Lucerne. The room had dark walls that made it feel somewhat dirty, and the carpet gave ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
"A perfectly acceptable hotel but the location is incredibly sterile. The #10 tram is just outside so only a twenty minute £4 ride to the old town but it does mean you have to get all your activities out of the way before heading back to the no man’s land of glattpark."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Novotel Zurich City West
"Great stay. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Ruby Mimi Hotel Zurich by IHG
"I stayed at Ruby Mimi Hotel Zurich by IHG in late April, and overall I felt the value was nowhere near commensurate with the cost per night. The room was marketed as “cosy,” but in practice it felt extremely claustrophobic. There was barely any space between the end of the bed and the wall, creating ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Rapperswil
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 Bernard Jordan Gallery and Helvetia Square 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 Predigerkirche. 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 Mythenquai Beach 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.
