Schwamendingen Travel Guide
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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.
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
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Self-Guided Alpine Expedition in Zurich's Hidden Havens
Top hotels in Schwamendingen
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Very walkable location
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
This hotel offers excellent accessibility to the airport, making travel effortless. The breakfast is satisfactory, and its convenient location is ideal for exploring the beautiful sights of Switzerland.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Room was spotless and contained everything we needed to make breakfast, lunch and dinner. Thermostat to control the temperature of the room was spot on too. 100% recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Central Plaza Hotel
Room was clean and comfortable with good amenities. The hotel was excellently located very near the train station with connections to the airport and easy access to the historic centre with its shops and restaurants. Would stay here again on a return visit.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
Staff - room - hotel
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Boutique Hotel Wellenberg
Thumbs up to this hotel. Very clean and comfy! Modern anc chic! Good for family and couples. Near lots of restaurants and supermarket.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
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 ETH Zurich, 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 Flussbad Oberer Letten and Rigiblick Funicular, 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.
