Oerlikon Travel Guide
Zürich
Visit Oerlikon
Popular places to visit
MFO-Park
Explore the great outdoors at MFO-Park, a lovely green space in Zürich. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich 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.
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant 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.
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 Oerlikon
Acasa Suites Zurich Oerlikon
"Loved this hotel. The rooms were spacious, beds were comfy and the bathrooms were squeaky clean. The staff were very friendly and helped with directions to all of the places we wanted to see. Was a good experience overall."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Zurich - Messe by IHG
"Super, a bit hot in the room with the temperature actually"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Zurich North
"Everything is good! Thanks!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Swiss Star Tower
"The building was clean"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Mama Shelter Zurich
"Super clean and fun hotel"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
"We got a room overlooking the atrium and the room was very dark with the limited lighting (one floor lamp, bedside lights, and work desk light). I had to use a flashlight that I brought with me to repack my suitcase. There were also some plumbing issues in our bathroom. The room was a nice size, ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Oerlikon
Old Town Zürich
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bahnhofstrasse to Zurich Toy Museum – discover Old Town Zürich, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
Niederdorf
Visitors often come to Niederdorf for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Central Library Zurich and Polybahn Funicular. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Rudolf-Brun-Brucke Station.
District 2
Lake views, spas and gardens highlight some notable features of District 2. Make a stop by FIFA World Football Museum or Tonhalle Zurich while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Morgental Tram Stop or Butzenstrasse Tram Stop to get around town.
