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Old Town (Altstadt)

Zurich, Switzerland
As featured in Zurich for free and 1 other guide
Ranked #1 of 65 attractions in Zurich
4.5 of 5 stars 193 Reviews
Type: Neighbourhoods, Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Shopping, Dining, City walk sightseeing
Fee: No
Owner description: Zürich's historic section features cobblestone streets, a variety of small stores and restaurants and many of the city's most significant religious...... more » Owner description: Zürich's historic section features cobblestone streets, a variety of small stores and restaurants and many of the city's most significant religious landmarks. « less
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Singapore
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

alternative to bahnoffstrasse, there are lots of quaint shop and boutiques, plus several cafe. A nice walk up and down cobble street and churches around the corner. More

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Navi Mumbai, India
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

u can just walk about...rent cycles and eat and shop....preferred it to the swanky bahnofstrsse More

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Cumbria, UK
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Interesting place in which to wander... and marvel at the prices in the exclusive shops! Plenty of meandering lanes, and a lovely viewpoint over the river. Well worth an exploration. An hour is plenty if you are just wandering and looking... obviously allow more if you want to shop and/or visit the churches More

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Geneva
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100 reviews 100 reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Boutiques, medieval buildings, cafes, restos, beatiful guild halls, churches and houses, waterside views and walks - very nice. More

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Mumbai
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Its a beautiful walk up and down the old town with shops and cafes lining the cobbled streets. We had a nice sunny day so spent the day exploring the old town and really enjoyed it More

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Zurich, Switzerland
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

I liked the orderly way of life. I disliked the unpredictable weather More

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Poole, Dorset
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

There really is nothing very inspiring about this area. It contains numerous restaurants and some hotels and is packed with people (many students) in the evening. Some of the restaurants have outside dining with tables in the street, which is quite pleasant. Only service vehicles are allowed in the main street which is mainly cobbled. So ladies, no high heels. More

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Somerset West, South Africa
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Strolling around this area is fantastic. Interesting shops and excellent coffee shops. When I visit Zurich, I always spend a couple of hours reading and drinking coffee next to the river. A great way to recharge the batteries. More

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athens
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

A stroll in the old town moved to another time and relax More

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Zurich, Switzerland
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Love walking round the old town - a must when you visit Zurich. lots of place to have a meal / coffee / drink when wandering around. More

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