District 12
Zürich
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Zürich Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Zürich Opera House during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
Lindenhof
This historic quarter is filled with medieval alleyways, Zurich’s finest churches, artisan’s shops and a hilltop featuring Roman ruins and sweeping city views.
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.
Things to do
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket
Zurich: Unlimited Switzerland Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Top hotels in District 12
citizenM Zürich
Didn’t have breakfast.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
WAS OK WE WERE NOT THERE VERY LONG
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Nice rooms, with common facilities like water refill & ironing board etc on each floor. Very conveniently located near the train station and plenty of bars / restaurants walkable. The hotel bar is open 24x7 and has great service
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Great option for a stay at the airport. They also have rooms for the day in case you have a long layover. We used that when our flight was delayed 5+ hours. Overall very nice for an airport hotel.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
ibis budget Zurich Airport
Good!
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hotel Allegra Lodge
This hotel is great. It is a 15 min bus ride from the airport and located close to the train station, only a 5 min walk away. There was a great little grocery store on the way to the train that had fresh baked pastries every morning. The hotel offered a breakfast buffet but was very expensive (it ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around District 12
Oberstrass
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Oberstrass. Spend some time visiting top spots like ETH Zurich, and catch the metro at Langmauerstrasse Tram Stop or Letzistrasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
Glattbrugg
Visitors to Glattbrugg love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Opfikon S-Bahn.
Hottingen
Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Hottingen. Top attractions like Dolder Sports and Kulturama Museum of Mankind are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dolderbahn S-Bahn or Titlisstrasse S-Bahn to see more of the city.
