Top destination - Why go there in Zurich, Switzerland ?

Zurich, largest city in Switzerland

Zurich, largest city in Switzerland - Buildings view close to the main street in Zurich
Buildings view close to the main street in Zurich

A pretty city, with beautiful buildings, lake access, good food, what can you want more ? Zurich is a rich city, both by its prices and by its history, and is a pleasure to chill in. With a good lake access, it worth spending a few days there. And, well, it's Switzerland, you're never too far from some good ski resorts.

  • Is tap water safe to drink in Zurich, Switzerland ?
  • Yes - and mountain tap water tastes awesome
  • Average prices in Zurich (USD - 1€ = USD$1.085323 )
  • Public transport ticket : 3.75 |
  • Taxi (5km) : 27.59 |
  • Train (200km) : 73.3 |
  • Restaurant (2 persons) : 150 |
  • 5* hotel : 440 |
  • 3* hotel : 320 |
  • Appartment rent : 1770 |
  • Women haircut : 86.71 |
  • Men haircut : 50.79 |
  • Weekend city break (2 persons, 1 hotel night, without flights) : 1050
Good Good 4/6 (1)  |See on map of Zurich, Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

 Best hotels - Where to stay in Zurich, Switzerland ?

Swissotel Zurich

Swissotel Zurich - Zurich Swissotel pool with 270 degrees view
Zurich Swissotel pool with 270 degrees view

Probably one of the nicest hotel in Zurich area. 15min tramway to city center, very comfortable rooms, and an amazing high floor pool with a great view on mountains. Plus it is very cheap compared to other hotels around. Probably the best hotel recommendation.

Amazing Amazing 6/6 (1)  |No problem experienced with free wifi during the stay Perfect wifi  |Affordable-Affordable Affordable  |110 EUR  |See on map of Zurich, Switzerland Schulstrasse 44, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland

Fleming's hotel Zurich

Fleming's hotel Zurich - Room view in Fleming hotel Zurich
Room view in Fleming hotel Zurich

A small hotel, quite cheap for the area, right in the center, with good service, Fleming's hotel is a good spot to stop in if you plan to be away for the whole day, and just need a place to sleep in.

Good Good 4/6 (1)  |No problem experienced with free wifi during the stay Perfect wifi  |Expensive-Expensive Expensive  |180 EUR  |See on map of Zurich, Switzerland Brandschenkestrasse 10, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Radisson Blu Zurich airport hotel

Radisson Blu Zurich airport hotel - Room view in Zurich Radisson Blu airport hotel
Room view in Zurich Radisson Blu airport hotel

A great choice if you want to be close to hotel, or if you enjoy wine - their wine tower is amazing, both for the show and the wine choice. Rooms are very comfortable, and hotel is easily accessible, with 15 min access to city center.

Good Good 4/6 (1)  |No problem experienced with free wifi during the stay Perfect wifi  |Expensive-Expensive Expensive  |200 EUR  |See on map of Zurich, Switzerland Flughafen Zürich, 8058 Zürich, Switzerland

 Excellent activities - What to do in Zurich, Switzerland ?

Confiserie Sprungli

Confiserie Sprungli - Pastries selection
Pastries selection

The most famous coffee in Zurich - both cofee and pastries are amazing. Try any of them, it will be hard not to want many others !