Grossmünster
The twin-towered church that dominates the old town, tied to Zwingli's Reformation. You can climb one of its towers for a view of the city.
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Zurich: airports, things to do and where to stay
Zürich, Switzerland's largest city, lies on the shores of Lake Zürich and the Limmat river. It combines a lanes-and-squares old town, a major financial centre, museums and a lively cultural scene.
Zurich airports
From the airport to central Zurich
Zürich Flughafen airport is about 9 km from central Zurich.
Tren (SBB)
The airport station is beneath the terminal. Frequent trains run to Zürich main station (Zürich HB) in about 10 min, with direct links to other Swiss cities.
Tranvía y autobús (ZVV)
ZVV trams and buses link the airport with districts in the north of Zürich and nearby towns such as Kloten. Tickets are those of the Zürich transport network.
Taxi
Official rank outside arrivals. It takes about 20-30 min to central Zürich depending on traffic, but it costs far more than the train, which is usually quicker.
Zurich
Things to do in Zurich
Bürkliplatz y lago de Zúrich
A lakeside square and landing stage, the starting point for sightseeing boats and shoreline walks. On clear days you can see the Alps.
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Bahnhofstrasse
Zürich's grand shopping street, running from the main station to the lake, lined with luxury shops, banks and cafés.
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Lindenhof
A small tree-shaded hill in the old town, with views over the Limmat and the city's rooftops. A quiet place to take a break.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Zurich?
Zurich is served by Zürich Flughafen (ZRH).
How far is the airport from central Zurich?
Zürich Flughafen airport is about 9 km from central Zurich.
How do I get from the airport to central Zurich?
From Zürich Flughafen airport you can take Tren (SBB) (train), Tranvía y autobús (ZVV) (tram), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Zurich?
Highlights of Zurich include Grossmünster, Bürkliplatz y lago de Zúrich, Bahnhofstrasse, and Lindenhof.
Photo credits
- Grossmünster: Marcin Białek, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Bürkliplatz y lago de Zúrich: Roland zh, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Bahnhofstrasse: Balise42, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Lindenhof: Jakub Hałun, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons