District 12 Travel Guide
Zürich
Visit District 12
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.
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.
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
City Tour with Lake Cruise & Visit to Lindt Home of Chocolate
From Zurich: Private 4 Countries in 1 Full-Day Tour
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Mount First & Grindelwald Adventure from Zürich
Top hotels in District 12
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Hotel Allegra Lodge
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Novotel Zurich City West
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
citizenM Zürich
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around District 12
Oberstrass
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Oberstrass. Spend some time visiting top spots like Rigiblick Funicular, and catch the metro at Langmauerstrasse Tram Stop or Letzistrasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Oerlikon
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Oerlikon. Top attractions like Halle 622 and MFO-Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Sternen Oerlikon Tram Stop or Oerlikon Station Tram Stop to see more of the city.
District 6
Known for its charming coffee shops and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in District 6. You can visit top attractions like Rigiblick Funicular and Flussbad Oberer Letten, and jump on the metro at Langmauerstrasse Tram Stop or Irchel University 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.
Zurich North
Noted for its live music and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Zurich North. Top attractions like MFO-Park and Halle 622 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bad Allenmoos Tram Stop or Regensbergbrucke Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Glattbrugg
Visitors to Glattbrugg love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Opfikon S-Bahn.