Rapperswil
Zürich
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Popular places to visit
Rapperswil Castle
You can learn about the history of Rapperswil-Jona with a trip to Rapperswil Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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.
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Top hotels in Rapperswil
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
citizenM Zürich
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Hotel Scheuble
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rapperswil
District 8
Travellers choose District 8 for its fantastic lake views. Hop aboard the metro at Frohlichstrasse Tram Stop or Wildbachstrasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like Botanical Garden.
Seefeld
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Seefeld. Top attractions like Chinese Garden and Zurichhorn Park are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Hoschgasse Tram Stop or Frohlichstrasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Wollishofen
Get to know Wollishofen and its many features like its restaurants and shopping. You might want to explore sights like Mythenquai Beach and Rote Fabrik, and you can jump on the metro at Butzenstrasse Tram Stop or Wollishofen Tram Stop to get around the city.
District 2
Lake views, spas and gardens highlight some notable features of District 2. Make a stop by Mythenquai Beach or Museum Rietberg while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Morgental Tram Stop or Butzenstrasse Tram Stop to get around town.
Hochschulen
If you're spending time in Hochschulen, check out sights like Kunsthaus Zurich or Bellevue Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kunsthaus Tram Stop or Kantonsschule Tram Stop.
