Hotels in Zürich

Sydney to Zurich Travel Course Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• How long do most people visit Zurich?

  Of course you're not most people, but if you were, you'd stay roughly 14 days.

• What is the cheapest round-trip ticket you can get to Zurich?

  China Southern Airlines is your best bet for finding that coveted low fare. They're offering fares as low as $893, while prices for other flights are as high as $4,627.

• When is the best time to visit?

  Peak travel season is May–Nov. Widely attended events are the Zurich Festival, a month-long series of art, music and theater performances sponsored by the city's cultural institutions; the outdoor dance party known as the Street Parade (Aug); and Weltklasse Zurich (Aug–Sep), a prestigious track and field event.

Exploring Zurich

Bordering the north-western tip of its namesake lake, Zürich is divided in two by the Limmat River, which flows through the medieval Altstadt (Old Town). On the east bank the distinctive twin-towered Grossmünster minster looms above a cluster of restaurants, bars and shops.

Home to a string of theatres, restaurants and boutiques, the west bank is famous for Schipfe's quaint riverside galleries and high-end shopping on Bahnhofstrasse, which leads to the Hauptbahnhof (main station). Stepping west of the centre is the working-class-turned-trendy district of Züri-West, known for its upbeat nightlife and dynamic arts scene.

Accommodations in Zurich

There is a range of options for all travelers. The most popular hotel in Zürich is the Lake Side Location Bellevue, which has been booked 5 times from our Hotels.com verified guests. Our guests also highly recommended Landhotel Hirschen in Zürich as it has been reserved 5 times.

Sightseeing in Zurich

- Kunsthaus Zurich

Zürich's vibrant arts scene swings from traditional to progressive. The cavernous Kunsthaus Zürich shelters Monet and Rodin works, alongside an unrivalled collection of Swiss surrealist Alberto Giacometti's stick-figure sculptures.

- Opernhaus

Classical music fans can book tickets for the world-class Zurich Opera House. It has been the home of the Zürich Opera since 1891, and also houses the Bernhard-Theater Zürich. It is also home to the Zürich Ballet.

Transportation in Zurich

The Zurich International Airport services over 700 flights daily and is located 13 kilometres from north of city centre in Kloten. You can arrive in the city from the airport by opting for the fast or slower S-trains.

Zurich’s main train station is the Hauptbahnhof, or HB as it is known. All International and domestic trains leave from this station and it also has trams, buses and taxis outside of it. Car rentals, rented bicycles and trams are other convenient ways of getting around the city. Driving in Zurich is also easy, though parking can be costly and scarce. You can also buy the ZurichCard which is valid for many trains, trams and buses and also gives you free entry to many museums.