Schwamendingen Travel Guide
Zürich
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Mount Titlis Day Trip from Zurich
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Day trip to Interlaken – Lakes, Mountains and Adventures from Zurich
Top hotels in Schwamendingen
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Excellent
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Good spot, great staff will stay again
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
citizenM Zürich
Warm friendly service from the welcome, to the breakfast and the room attendants. Clean bedrooms and very comfortable beds. A lovely breakfast. All in all a great experience
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Clean room. Excellent breakfast. Excellent customer service.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hotel Scheuble
I was lucky and got upgraded to one of the suits. It was big for european standard. Room excellent clean bed very comfortable. Easy walk to main train station, I need to catch a flight the next days. Several restaurants around the hotel. very convenience.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
ibis budget Zurich Airport
Basic amenities & rooms, but perfect for a night before or after your trip to ZRH! The little restaurant by the hotel is great, and it's a short tram ride to the city center if you have some time to explore. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Schwamendingen
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.
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 Museum of Anthropology, and jump on the metro at Langmauerstrasse Tram Stop or Irchel University Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Hottingen
Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Hottingen. Top attractions like Dolder Sports and Kulturama Museum of Mankind are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dolderbahn S-Bahn or Titlisstrasse S-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
