Affoltern 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.
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theatre scene 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.
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.
Things to do
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Tour
Mount Titlis Day Trip from Zurich
Lucerne & Engelberg Alpine Village Day Trip
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Affoltern
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was great.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Clean, modern room, helpful staff, fantastic location. Just only wish there was a mini fridge.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Scheuble
The hotel felt small—a good thing. Breakfast was not included, but it was easier than trying to navigate somewhere. I’d stay again. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Boutique Hotel Wellenberg
Nice hotel. Perfect location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
Staff was good. Rooms were small and very unconfirmable. Worth to add breakfast if you decide to say at this place.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
The hotel appearance wise was very modern and matching decor. Very nice in that aspect. The layout of the hotel was a little strange and I expected more from a Radisson property. For one, my room was on the 6th floor but in order to access the 6th floor rooms from the lobby you have to either take ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Affoltern
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.
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.
Altstetten
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Altstetten. Top attractions like Swiss Life Arena and Hallenbad Altstetten are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bachmattstrasse Tram Stop or Lindenplatz 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.
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 Museum of Design.
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.
