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

Pfäffikon: Alpamare Water Park Entry Ticket

Pfäffikon: Alpamare Water Park Entry Ticket

NZ$103
per adult
Pfäffikon: Alpamare Water Park Entry Ticket
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NZ$139
per adult
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Small Group Tour with Picnic

Private Tour with Picnic in the Alps

NZ$317
per adult
Private Tour with Picnic in the Alps
People walk down the streets of Stein am Rhein

Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Tour

NZ$160
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Tour
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket

Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket

NZ$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket
Getaway to Rhine Falls

Getaway to Rhine Falls

NZ$104
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Getaway to Rhine Falls
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Our pick of the best Rapperswil Hotel Deals

Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich

Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich

4 out of 5
Thurgauerstrasse 116 Opfikon Zurich
The price is NZ$244 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$244
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff was extremely nice and pleasant. Premium suite was spacious and clean!"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Ruby Mimi Hotel Zurich by IHG

Ruby Mimi Hotel Zurich by IHG

4 out of 5
4 Beatenpl. Zürich ZH
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$512 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$512
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Zürich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Ruby Mimi Hotel Zurich by IHG
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG

Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG

4 out of 5
420 Badenerstrasse Zürich ZH
The price is NZ$290 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$290
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly, helpful staff . Easy check in and check out. Room was ready at 2pm, before the usual 3pm check in time. Hotel location was excellent, near tram station and grocery! Easy access 5 minutes walk to tram # 2 and #3 tram stops that takes you to Old City and lake Zurich. Excellent amenities ..."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
Hotel Scheuble

Hotel Scheuble

3.5 out of 5
Muehlegasse 17 Zürich ZH
The price is NZ$483 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$483
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
Hotel Scheuble
Saint Georges Hotel

Saint Georges Hotel

2 out of 5
Weberstrasse 11 Zürich
The price is NZ$265 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$265
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Zürich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Saint Georges Hotel
Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich

Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich

4 out of 5
Buckhauserstrasse 36 Zürich ZH
The price is NZ$220 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$220
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (947 reviews)
"The staff are friendly and helpful, and the breakfast is great."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 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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