Sitting astride the Limmat River, where the river originates from lake, Zurich is synonymous to vibrant culture, elegantly restored historic buildings and top notch shopping and dining options. Its beauty is further enhanced by snowy mountain ranges situated in vicinity. Famous worldwide for its banking and financial institutions, Zurich is a fine example of Swiss perfection. Clean air, alpine backdrop and plethora of tourist attractions make Zurich a destination hard to resist. Due to its importance as business and leisure hub demand for air tickets to Zurich always remains high. Here we turn spotlight on what makes Zurich such a desirable location. Attractions, activities, shopping, dining and vibrant nightlife - the entire travel essential are present here in desired proportion.
Old Town
Altstadt or the Old Town as the name denotes is the historic heart of the city. While walking through the cobbled streets of Old town you will come across a vast array of tourist attractions that includes museums, shopping streets and cathedrals among other things. The area is home to some of the top notch dining hubs that could be explored as part of your trip.
Bahnhofstrasse
If you are in Zurich never forget to take a stroll through the bustling Bahnhofstrasse which is a shopping streets frequented by locals as well as foreigners. Even those who don’t wish to shop should visit these streets to experience its upscale charm. The street from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to the Lake Zürich is lined with designer labels. The area is also home to some good confectionary shops where you can stop for some quick bites. The place is ideal for window shopping and people watching. The travellers should also buy some souvenirs from here to keep alive their memories.
Zurich Opera House (Zuricher Opernhaus)
One of the major attractions for culture buffs in the city, Zurich Opera House attracts a large number of visitors from the different parts of the world. Enjoying an ideal setting on the edge of a lake, the opera house runs a packed schedule from September to July. On an average, Opera House stages more than 300 performances in a calendar year.
Zurich Toy Museum
Zurich Toy Museum or Spielzeugmuseum is a popular draw card in the city and the place is highly popular among family vacationers. On your visit to this museum, you will be able to see toys and playthings European children used during the 18th to mid-20th centuries. The museums don’t have an entry fee and it is open from Monday through Saturday.
Church of Our Lady (Fraumunster)
The Fraumünster also called the Church of Our Lady looks beautiful with its elegant spire and Chagall stained glass. The church was built during the 9th century and spires and stained glass were added much later. The museum was designed by the Russian-Jewish master Marc Chagall who added a series of beautiful windows for the church.
Apart from these popular draw cards, there is a vast array of attractions that can be explored during your their trip.