Zürich Travel Tips

Insider advice for your Zürich vacation

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ogiovetti
Adventurer
Nov 7, 2008
Tonhalle Orchester 5 stars
Travel Tip: Zurich Opera House

Seeing a classical concert in Zurich is like sitting inside a jeweled-out music box. Being in Zurich in general is like being in a jewel box (complete with chocolates and speedy, organized public... [more]
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Virgin
Aug 26, 2008
Zurich 4 stars
Travel Tip: Zürich

The goal of any great trip is the memories that you bring back with you. Some of my greatest memories are of Zurich, Switzerland, especially during the month of December. The weather averages about thirty five degrees during the day with just a light covering of snow. The sun is usually out but... [more]
Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 9, 2008
Rent Bikes, Zürich 4 stars
Travel Tip: Zürich

Biking is a great way to explore Zurich. When my sister was visiting me we decided to rent bikes and discover more of the city and the lake area. I had heard you could lend bikes for free at Zurich Hauptbahnhof (the main train station) if you leave your passport (which of course you will get back... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 9, 2008
The tram, Zürich 4 stars
Travel Tip: Zürich

Switzerland has one of the best and most organised public transportation systems in the world, if not the best. In Zurich I especially enjoyed the tram. It’s always on time, easy to travel with, pretty comfortable and rather fast. Since I lived in Tiefenbrunnen near the lake I often took tram 2... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 8, 2008
Kreis 9, 10, 11 3 stars
Travel Tip: Kreis 9, 10. 11

Kreis 9 is known to be the most family-friendly area in Zurich because of its many schools and playgrounds. Not that much of a tourist site though. Kreis 10 on the other hand, which is the... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 8, 2008
Kreis 8, Zürich 5 stars
Travel Tip: Kreis 8

Kreis 8 is without doubt my favourite district because it is situated near the lake and is comprised of the most peaceful neighbourhoods in Zurich – Riesbach and Seefeld. Apart from the lakeshore... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 8, 2008
Kreis 7, Zürich 4 stars
Travel Tip: Kreis 7

We spent a lot of time in Kreis 7 which consists of the districts of Witikon, Hottingen, Fluntern, and Hirslanden in the eastern parts of Zurich. Every time we went to the Zoo, our bus passed by... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 8, 2008
Kreis 6, Zürich 3 stars
Travel Tip: Kreis 6

Located north of Aldstadt, Kreis 6 is comprised of Wipkingen, Unterstrass, and Oberstrass. The most popular attraction in the area is the Zoologisches Museum on Karl Schmidt Strasse. I’m sure... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 8, 2008
Kreis 5, Zürich 4 stars
Travel Tip: Kreis 5

The northwestern part of the city is Kreis 5. This was Zurich’s industrial district that turned into a great nightlife district in the late 1980s. I was there several times in 2005. Went shopping... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 8, 2008
Kreis 4, Zürich 4 stars
Travel Tip: Kreis 4

Kreis 4 is Aussersihl, the district where most foreign citizens live. I like this area because it is very cosmopolitan, diverse and full of life – day and night. The neighbourhood is located in... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 8, 2008
Kreis 3, Zürich 3 stars
Travel Tip: Kreis 3

Kreis 3, the district of Wiedikon, is one of the city’s most important business hubs. It also has a great cultural strength because of its many churches and museums. I was there once or twice... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 8, 2008
Kreis 2, Zürich 3 stars
Travel Tip: Kreis 2

Kreis 2, the second district, is located on the western side of Lake Zurich and is comprised of Leimbach, Enge and Wollishofen. I can especially recommend this area if you are looking for a cheap... [more]

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Erica J.
Discoverer
Jul 8, 2008
Kreis 1, Zürich 4 stars
Travel Tip: Kreis 1

Zurich has 12 Kreise (districts) that are organised clockwise around the city center. This makes it easy for tourists to follow directions and read maps while wandering between sights. Kreis 1... [more]

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pingati007
Adventurer
Jul 4, 2008
Zurich Botanical Gardens 4 stars
Travel Tip: Botanischer Garten

One of the things that I liked most about the Zurich Botanical Garden was its conveniently accessible location within the city center of Zurich. I visited the botanical gardens in the company of... [more]

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pingati007
Adventurer
Jul 4, 2008
Zurich Opera House 5 stars
Travel Tip: Opera House

As an ardent fun of classical entertainment, I had planned to visit the Zurich Opera House long before my trip to Switzerland. I must admit that the experience of my trip to the Opera House was so... [more]

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pingati007
Adventurer
Jun 20, 2008
Island Lützelau 4 stars
Travel Tip: Island Lützelau

I visited Island Lutzelau during an all out wilderness excursion into the deep waters of Lake Zurich. I joined a group of friends and other tourists in renting a boat that we used to sail all over... [more]