Hard Travel Guide
Zürich
Popular places to visit
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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.
ETH Zurich
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at ETH Zurich during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket
Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Tour
Top hotels in Hard
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
"The staff were lovely, really helpful and friendly. Parts of the hotel were a little older and in need of attention. Breakfast was confusing but plenty on offer, including a decent gluten free offering which was useful for one of our party."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
"It was very clean and convenient to the airport we spent a great night there"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
"Good connection from the train station on Bus 46."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Ruby Mimi Zurich
"Very good hotel, well located. I didn't like the bathroom, it was small and uncomfortable."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
ibis budget Zurich Airport
"Excellent for a one-night stay before flying out of Zurich airport. On the tram line so easy to access without a car"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Zuerich-Airport
"The hotel is modern and in a good location near the airport. The rooms were well appointed and clean, with a comfortable bed. However, we were disappointed with the restaurant when we ate dinner. I had the soup and salad, which were tasty and fresh. My husband ordered the pork schnitzel. The advertisement ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hard
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 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.
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.
Werd
When in Werd and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Swiss Casinos Zurich or Bahnhofstrasse 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.
Altstetten
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Altstetten. Top attractions like Hallenbad Altstetten and Swiss Life Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bachmattstrasse Tram Stop or Lindenplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.
