Affoltern
Zürich
Popular places to visit
Bahnhofstrasse
This is one of the world’s most exclusive retail strips. Even if you can’t afford the price tags, it’s worth a browse for the window-shopping alone.
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.
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
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.
Zurich Town Hall
Always receiving attention because it seems to float on a major river, this structure had two predecessors that succumbed to time and climate.
ETH Zurich
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at ETH Zurich during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Mount Pilatus & Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich
Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Tour
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Affoltern
Ruby Mimi Zurich
The rooms are fully sound proofed to account for their vibrant night life scene downstairs. You are unlikely to find a hotel with a wider array of amenities, though maybe not the amenities you typically associate with hotels. It has great city views, and small but luxurious rooms. The location is ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Excellent
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hotel Scheuble
The hotel is in a great location, close to restaurant, shops and all of the sights. Rooms are clean and a good size, with relatively comfortable beds. We were only in Zurich for one evening before flying home and this was a great hotel selection. You’re close to the train station (700 m), although ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Central Plaza Hotel
Property is centrally located. Across the street from the main train station and across the street from old town. Room was small but very clean and a modern bathroom. Staff was very friendly and engaging.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Easy to find, clean, nice staff
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
easy access from airport and perfect stay for early next morning flight
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Affoltern
Zurich North
Noted for its live music and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Zurich North. Top attractions like MFO-Park and Halle 622 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bad Allenmoos Tram Stop or Regensbergbrucke Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Oerlikon
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Oerlikon. Top attractions like Halle 622 and MFO-Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Sternen Oerlikon Tram Stop or Oerlikon Station Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Altstetten
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Altstetten. Top attractions like Swiss Life Arena and Hallenbad Altstetten are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bachmattstrasse Tram Stop or Lindenplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Unterstrass
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Unterstrass. Spend some time visiting top spots like Flussbad Oberer Letten, and catch the metro at Schaffhauserplatz Tram Stop or Guggachstrasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Gewerbeschule
Travellers choose Gewerbeschule for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Limmatplatz Tram Stop or Quellenstrasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like Museum of Design.
Oberstrass
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Oberstrass. Spend some time visiting top spots like Rigiblick Funicular, and catch the metro at Langmauerstrasse Tram Stop or Letzistrasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
