Visit Altstetten
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.
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.
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: Unlimited Switzerland Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket
Zurich: Open Top Bus Sightseeing Tour with Optional Cruise
Zurich: Meet new people and enjoy free snacks
Top hotels in Altstetten
Mercure Zürich City
Room was clean, friendly staff, the buffet breakfast was great! Easy 5 minute walk to the train station.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich
Hotel is located conveniently from the tram and close also to a small supermarket. Check in was quick and good lift access. Room was excellent, comfortable bed and a nice hot shower. Quiet, clean and warm.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
THE FLAG Zürich
Great room!
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
citizenM Zürich
nice cool hotel
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Ruby Mimi Zurich
The room was clean but I wasn’t crazy about the sink not being in the bathroom . Staff was great , movie theatre was a cool concept. I felt very safe in hotel. Shower was very small . Very nice bar /restaurant .
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Our room was spacious and clean. The rool was missing a tv remote. Requested but didnt get it. That's okay. Staff was very friendly. They have a laundry facility but the machine or wash apps was not easy to use. Overall, i was happy and would stay here again.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altstetten
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.
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.
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.
Enge
Travellers choose Enge for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Enge-Bederstrasse Station or Zurich Enge S-Bahn and check out top sights like FIFA World Football Museum.
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.
Altstetten Travel Guide
Expedia's Latest Trends
- Grand Watergate Hotel
- GLOW Pattaya
- Aster Hotel and Residence
- Belle Villa Resort Pai
- D'Resort at Downtown East
- Hotel Midtown Richardson
- Hard Rock Hotel Maldives
- Phi Phi Sunset Bay Resort
- River Rock Casino Resort
- Canalis Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel
- Maruay Garden Hotel
- Khaolak Laguna Resort
- Tara Garden
- Suneta Hostel Chiangkhan
- Sunrise Hotel Luang Prabang MekongRiver
- Hotels near Indira Gandhi Intl.
- Cat Story Hotel
- The Place Luxury Boutique Villas
- The Leaf Oceanside
- Hotels near Samila Beach
