Hard 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.
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
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Self-Guided Alpine Expedition in Zurich's Hidden Havens
Pfäffikon: Alpamare Water Park Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Hard
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
The room was clean, the staff were welcoming and helpful, and it was located very close to the tram.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Awesome location and clean room. Friendly staff!
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Nice room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Room was comfortable... the location next to the airport is definitely a good selling point.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
Very nice clean and modern hotel
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Scheuble
Very good hotel. Great location, friendly staff, and a very nice room.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hard
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.
Langstrasse
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Langstrasse. Top attractions like Bernard Jordan Gallery and Kanzlei Flea Market are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop or Backeranlage Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Werd
While you're in Werd, take in top sights like Old Botanical Garden or Haus Konstruktiv, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Werd Tram Stop or Bezirksgebaude Station.
Zürich Center
While you're in Zürich Center, take in top sights like Zurich Toy Museum or Lindenhof, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rennweg Tram Stop or Sihlstrasse Tram Stop.
