We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Zurich

Free Newsletter

Interested in Zurich?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Zurich each week.

Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Vacation Specials
Travel Destinations

Explore other Zurich resources:

Zurich Traveller Article:

Inside Zurich: Written for Travelers by Travelers

Read or edit these Inside pages:
Contribute a new Inside page:
Inside Background
Architecture 
St. Peter's Church/St. Peterskirche ( St. Peterhofstatt 1) is a notable...
Last edited: 24 June 2006
Health & Safety 
Zurich is one of the safest cities in the world. People, especially women, may...
Last edited: 14 March 2007
History 
Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland with population of over 370,000. It...
Last edited: 23 June 2006
Neighborhoods 
Zurich is located at the northern end of the lake of the same name and split by...
Last edited: 30 September 2006
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: 17 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
With nine million tourists visiting Zurich annually, it would be easy to get...
Last edited: 21 May 2007
Weather & When to Go 
You can also read the Switzerland section for this. Summers can be very hot and...
Last edited: 17 January 2007
Contribute
Share your knowledge about Zurich!
Add a new Inside page!
arrow   Add a new topic
arrow   Need Suggestions?
footer
Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Zurich Kloten International Airport ( ZRH )  is one of the most traveler...
Last edited: 25 July 2008
Getting Around 
Zurich is built on the two banks of the Limmat River; there are 6 bridges that...
Last edited: 21 May 2007
Public Transportation 
 The public transport in Zurich is first class. The train is available from...
Last edited: 21 May 2007
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Many of the standard rental agencies are available if you are looking to rent a...
Last edited: 16 January 2007
Contribute
Share your knowledge about Zurich!
Add a new Inside page!
arrow   Add a new topic
arrow   Need Suggestions?
footer
Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Day Trips from Zurich Most parts of Switzerland can be reached in a day trip...
Last edited: 16 January 2007
Events & Festivals 
Street Parade - www.streetparade.com : It is the second biggest rave event in...
Last edited: 29 August 2009
Family Travel 
There are some good attractions for children in Zurich.  The Zoological Garden...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
First-time Visitors 
First - Time Visitors to Switzerland This is a country with a great variety of...
Last edited: 16 January 2007
Museums & Attractions 
Here a non exhaustive list Kunsthaus (museum of modern art) Haus Konstruktiv...
Last edited: 07 September 2006
Nightlife 
Kaufleuten (bar, restaurant, club) Indochine (club) Labyrinth (gay club) Odeon...
Last edited: 05 May 2008
The Performing Arts 
Opernhaus Zurich is the home of the local opera and ballet companies, staging...
Last edited: 10 May 2008
Shopping 
Zurich is a city of big business and serious shopping. The most expensive...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
Best Views of Rhine Falls 
Some people end up at the wrong side of the fall and dont get the best view...
Last edited: 18 March 2009
Cranberry 
Great gay bar in the centre of the old town. Attentive and friendly staff at...
Last edited: 28 March 2007
Cycling and Mountain Biking 
Zurich offers you many opportunities for cyling and mountain biking. There are...
Last edited: 28 July 2009
Funny Laundry 
Top quality English speaking stand-up comedians from around the world - every...
Last edited: 20 December 2008
Jogging and Running 
Jogging/Running is very popular in Zurich. Here are some resources: Where to...
Last edited: 03 December 2009
Church of Our Lady (Fraumunster) 
A slender blue spire points skyward from the current church, which was a gift...
Last edited: 07 April 2009
Friedhof Fluntern (Fluntern Cemetery) 
  James Joyce, the author of Ulysses, lived in Zurich from 1915 to 1919, at...
Last edited: 26 December 2008
Great Church (Grossmunster) 
Originally founded by the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne, this Romanesque and...
Last edited: 08 April 2009
Johann Jacobs Museum 
Address: Seefeldquai 17, 8034 Zürich
Last edited: 01 May 2006
Old Town (Altstadt) 
The Old Town, on the Limmat River, with its winding alleys, medieval houses...
Last edited: 08 April 2009
Swiss National Museum 
Swiss art, history, and religion are chronicled in this sprawling Victorian...
Last edited: 08 April 2009
Thomas Mann Archives 
German born author Thomas Mann (1875-1955), who opposed Hitler and sought...
Last edited: 07 April 2009
Contribute
Share your knowledge about Zurich!
Add a new Inside page!
arrow   Add a new topic
arrow   Need Suggestions?
footer
Explore More: Read traveler reviews on all Zurich Attractions
Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
In Zurich you can eat anything: Of course you can try the local specialities...
Last edited: 25 February 2008
Business Dining 
Here a non exhaustive list: Kronenhalle Casa Ferlin (Italian) Accademia...
Last edited: 01 September 2006
Cheap Eats 
Here a non exhaustive list: New Point Lily's Try the specialty market in the...
Last edited: 06 October 2006
Dining with a View 
Here a non exhaustive list: Uto Kulm Spice Fondue Tram - Wednesday-Saturday...
Last edited: 01 September 2006
Late-night Dining 
Here a non exhaustive list: Odeon Spaghetti Factory Santa Lucia (Niederdorf) New
Last edited: 01 September 2006
Outdoor Dining 
Here a non exhaustive list: Belvoirpark Cooperativo Blaue Ente La Salle Bürgli...
Last edited: 01 September 2006
People-watching 
A few places to check out while in Zurich. Kaufleuten Odeon (for the interested...
Last edited: 29 August 2009
Special Occasion Dining 
Here a non exhaustive list: Blinde Kuh (the blind cow): Dinner in...
Last edited: 01 September 2006
Madras Curry House 
If new to Zürich, Madras Curry House is actually in Zürich-Oerikon, opposite the
Last edited: 03 October 2009
Contribute
Share your knowledge about Zurich!
Add a new Inside page!
arrow   Add a new topic
arrow   Need Suggestions?
footer
Explore More: Read traveler reviews on all Zurich Restaurants
Inside Switzerland: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
  Currency  Sitting at the center of a number of Euro-driven countries...
Last edited: 24 March 2009
Crossing the Border 
Crossing the border is usually pretty straightforward for nationals of most...
Last edited: 24 March 2009
Emergencies 
Emergency numbers in Switzerland are as follows: -117 for the police...
Last edited: 08 August 2007
Important Phrases 
Even though Switzerland is a very small country the mentality of the Swiss can...
Last edited: 13 August 2007
Telephones 
Payphones are owned by Swisscom and you will have no difficult in finding one...
Last edited: 16 January 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
In Switzerland, a charge for service is included in restaurants, bars, and...
Last edited: 30 August 2009
Contribute
Share your knowledge about Switzerland!
Add a new Inside page!
arrow   Add a new topic
arrow   Need Suggestions?
footer