Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Bahnhofstrasse
Max your credit card or window shop to your heart’s content on Zurich’s home of high fashion.
Lindenhof
This historic quarter is filled with medieval alleyways, Zurich’s finest churches, artisan’s shops and a hilltop featuring Roman ruins and sweeping city views.
Zürich Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Zürich Opera House during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
Kunsthaus Zurich
Spot works from the 15th century onward and pieces by Matisse, Picasso and Rembrandt, among other greats at one of Switzerland’s most significant art museums.
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Other neighbourhoods around Altstetten
District 5
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in District 5. Top attractions like Maag Halle and Technopark Business Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Schiffbau Tram Stop or Escher-Wyss-Platz Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
District 4
While you're in District 4, take in top sights like Helvetia Square or Kanzlei Flea Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Backeranlage Tram Stop or Guterbahnhof Tram Stop.
District 3
While you're in District 3, take in top sights like Sihlcity or Uetliberg Lookout Tower, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Friesenberg S-Bahn or Talwiesenstrasse Tram Stop.
Langstrasse
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Langstrasse. Top attractions like Kanzlei Flea Market 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.
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.