District 2 Travel Guide
Zürich
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Popular places to visit
FIFA World Football Museum
For fans of the world’s number one sport, this spot is a highlight. Follow a timeline since the first sports event in 1930.
Museum Rietberg
Visit an elegant art museum where you will see a vast collection of international art spanning numerous centuries, cultures and countries.
Bahnhofstrasse
Looking to spend some serious money or to merely browse; this is one of Europe's most exquisite shopping strips.
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in District 2
Motel One Zürich
The staff was very helpful…I had a mishap with scheduling (my fault) and they worked with me to update the reservation and make sure we had a nice room. The hotel was very clean, and in great condition. The hotel is located in a convenient location walkable to most sites and shopping. There are few ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Glärnischhof by Trinity
Breakfast menu was delish and lots of choice - and free. Not so good - there was no Airport shuttle - that info is incorrect- please fix it as 80 Franc’s each way - expensive. Room was dated, but large for Europe. Restaurant - amazing food and we loved it and amazing staff. No air conditioning until ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Locke Am Platz Zurich
Breakfast was okay. Staff were very friendly, courteous and helpful. Excellent location. Rooms and property very clean.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Youth Hostel Zurich
I’m not going to take a star away bc of this, I dont think it is objective for what I am rating, but know that you’re not allowed to speak “at all” after 10:00pm I’m not sure how this is possible because it’s a freaking hostel. While you should be respectful people are coming and going! Someone checked ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Lamira Serviced Apartments Zurich City
I liked my stay at this serviced apartment. The apt sits in a quiet and nice neighborhood. It is not located at the very center but is near the Leimbach train station where you can take S4 to the central station. It has a small kitchen which is good enough. The room is clean and well furnished. The ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Great airport hotel.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District 2
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.
Seefeld
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Seefeld. Top attractions like Chinese Garden and Zurichhorn Park are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Hoschgasse Tram Stop or Frohlichstrasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
District 8
Travellers choose District 8 for its fantastic lake views. Hop aboard the metro at Frohlichstrasse Tram Stop or Wildbachstrasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like Botanical Garden.
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.
Hochschulen
If you're spending time in Hochschulen, check out sights like Kunsthaus Zurich or Bellevue Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kunsthaus Tram Stop or Kantonsschule Tram Stop.
