Top Zurich Attractions from Old Town to Lake Zurich
1. Zurich Attractions
Looking for a destination that can soothe your wanderlust? Add Zurich to your destination
consideration set! The city’s spectacular natural scenery coupled with colorful nightlife, fascinating
architecture and culture serve as a feast to visitor’s wanderlust. Next time you embark on a journey
to a tourist location, it must be Zurich. A sneak peek into the city’s attractions would explain why it
should top your to-visit list.
Old Town
Want to livethrough the magnificent past of the city?Visit Old Town.The attraction offersa plethora
of cultural offerings and historical sites against the medieval background that would take you down
the memory lane of the history.Heading up Münstergasse, travelling downthe Spiegelgasse, stepping
into the Grimmenturm, and sneak peeking into the Hans zum Rech would offer fascinating insights
into the city´s colorful history.
Uetliberg
A must-go-place in the city is the Uetliberg Mountain that offersmagnificent panoramic view of the
city of Zurich. The summit of the mountain can easily be accessed by train or by the numerous
walking paths that lead up to the top. To quench the adventure-thirst of the sport lovers, the
mountain also has a downhill mountain bike track, starting from the summit of the mountain to the
Triemli railway station.
Lake Zürich and Bürkliplatz
If you’re a Thalassophile, Zurich is the best place to gratify you love for the water bodies. The shore
of the lakes is heavily loaded by the promenades and parks where you can play hide and seek with
the sun, jog along with the waves of the lake, enjoy a shore picnic, and swim in the lake. As a popular
place for excursions, the best way to enjoy tourism at the lake is to take a boat trip along the two
historic paddle-steamers, namely the Gipfeli-Schiff andthe Sonnenuntergangs-Schiff. The sun soaked
arc along the lake ranging from Zollikon to Feldmeilen wouldtreat your eyes witha panoramic view
of the magnificent houses and villas stretching throughout the city.Rapperswil,located atthe eastern
end of thelake is famousas the “rosegarden”, as the fertileland of thisend is ornamented with15,000
rose bushes of more than 600 different varieties blooming. Another major destination to visit along
the Lake Zurich is Europe’s largest covered water park, the Alpamare in Pfäffikon. The shopaholics
can also shop in the Bahnhofsstrasse until they drop. The town square of Zurich city,the Bürkliplatz
serves as an important nodal point of the city. The square allows the visitors to leisure withpleasure
as it offers a worth-watching view across Lake Zurich to the Alps as well.
Kunsthaus Zürich
For art enthusiasts, the Kunsthaus Zürich (Museum of Fine Arts) is a must-visit attraction. Being one
of the top museums of European region, the Kunsthaus Zürich presents a huge collection of artwork
by several artists ranging from Charles Munch to Monet and from Delacroix to Corot. The art
collection reflects the heritage and legacy of the impressionists, post-impressionists, and modern
schools. Attending the concerts at the multi-functional banquet hall of the museum is a once-in-
lifetime opportunity for tourists and local visitors. The attraction must top your list among the city
attraction if you’re a fan of art and architecture.
2. Langstrasse
Zurich stand among the list of cities known for their nightlife. For party lovers and clubbers, the
attraction offers dance clubs, live music venues, cozy pubs, and bars. The open air cinema installed
every summer during July/August and the Langstrassenfest offer unique experience to the visitors
pouring into the city. However,you must take precaution while visiting the attraction as it has been
alleged to be the Zürich's red light district with high crime rate.
Bahnhofstrasse
Being among world’s most expensive and exclusive shopping avenues, Bahnhofstrasse offersfamous
luxury shopping options in the city. Youcan shop from numerous boutiques, department stores and
timepiece stores everything that you wishfor. The locationstretches fromthe main train station to
the head of the lake and allows the visitors not only shop, but also stroll relax in lake in summers and
enjoy the sun soaked lakeside during winter. So next time you visit Zurich, don’t forget to buy gifts
forlovedones from Bahnhofstrasse and bask in the sunshine along the lakeside orbath in refreshing
waves of the lake, depending upon the season you give it a visit.
Wilderness Park Langenberg
In Zurich,you cancouple the enjoyment of beautiful scenery withthe exploration of the wild animals
of Switzerland at the Wilderness Park Langenberg. Located outside the gateway to the main city,the
park allowsthe visitors to witness the animals in their respective natural environments as they stroll
down the circular routes in the forest. This enables the visitors to exploit the rare opportunity to
make their encounter with the wilds animals fascinating and memorable and a learning experience.