Hard Travel Guide
Zürich
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.

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.

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.

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

Zurich: Unlimited Switzerland Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich

Zurich: Open Top Bus Sightseeing Tour with Optional Cruise

Mount Titlis Day Trip from Zurich
Top hotels in Hard

Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
yes
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

citizenM Zürich
Very clean room
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Ruby Mimi Zurich
Centrally located to the train station and old town. The room was clean and an excellent stopping point for two nights.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Room was very clean, bed was excellent and shower was fantastic. Room was very quiet too. Staff is super friendly and very helpful
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Stuff
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

ibis budget Zurich Airport
Cool
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hard

Aussersihl
Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Aussersihl. Top attractions like Letzigrund Stadium and Swiss Casinos Zurich are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Guterbahnhof Tram Stop or Backeranlage Tram Stop to see more of the city.

District 4
While you're in District 4, take in top sights like Helvetia Square or Starkart Urban Art Gallery, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Backeranlage Tram Stop or Guterbahnhof Tram Stop.

Langstrasse
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Langstrasse. Top attractions like Helvetia Square and Bernard Jordan Gallery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop or Backeranlage Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Gewerbeschule
Travellers choose Gewerbeschule for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Limmatplatz Tram Stop or Quellenstrasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like Markthalle im Viadukt.

Zürich Center
While you're in Zürich Center, take in top sights like Lindenhof or Swiss Casinos Zurich, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rennweg Tram Stop or Sihlstrasse Tram Stop.

Altstetten
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Altstetten. Top attractions like Hallenbad Altstetten and Swiss Life Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bachmattstrasse Tram Stop or Lindenplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

