Zurich West Travel Guide
Where to stay in Zurich West
Old Town Zürich
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. Peter Church to Bahnhofstrasse – discover Old Town Zürich, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Zürich Center
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 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.
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 2
Lake views, spas and gardens highlight some notable features of District 2. Make a stop by Mythenquai Beach or Belvoir Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Morgental Tram Stop or Butzenstrasse Tram Stop to get around town.
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.
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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.