District 5
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.
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.
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.
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: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Top hotels in District 5
Novotel Zurich City West
Located close to a tram stop which was handy. The food in the restaurant was very good.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
easyHotel Zurich City Main Station
Convenient to the Zurich main station and only 10 in walk to the river and then on to the old town. It is a basic hotel but the rooms are clean and cozy. Sound proofing is an issue as you can hear everything from the room next door and the hall ways and we were woken a few times. The lack of on site ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
ibis Zurich City West
Quiet and comfortable rooms for a pretty basic option.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
ibis budget Zurich City West
Simple hotel about 10 minutes from old town. One tram ride away so easy to get to. Not a ton to do around the hotel so late night dinner was tough. Didn’t like the shower set up - the shower had no door so there was no privacy for showering and that’s tough with a family. Otherwise good hotel.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Sheraton Zurich Hotel
Everything ok
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
25hours Hotel Zurich West
Lovely hotel , lovely staff , just expect the bathroom has a clear view to your room and vice versa
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around District 5
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 Markthalle im Viadukt.
Aussersihl
Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Aussersihl. Top attractions like Letzigrund Stadium and Swiss Casinos Zurich are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Guterbahnhof Tram Stop or Backeranlage Tram Stop to see more of the city.
District 4
While you're in District 4, take in top sights like Helvetia Square or Bernard Jordan Gallery, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Backeranlage Tram Stop or Guterbahnhof Tram Stop.
Langstrasse
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Langstrasse. Top attractions like Bernard Jordan Gallery and Helvetia Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop or Backeranlage 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.
Zürich Center
While you're in Zürich Center, take in top sights like Lindenhof or Swiss Casinos Zurich, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rennweg Tram Stop or Sihlstrasse Tram Stop.
