About Zurich

Zurich ...what a place to be, As a metropolis of experiences by the water, with a magnificent view of the snowcapped Alps on the horizon, Zurich Downtown Switzerland offers a unique mixture of attractions – over 50 museums and more than 100 art galleries, international fashion labels and Zurich designs, and the most flamboyant and lively nightlife in Switzerland. Recreational activities range from a visit to the riverside and lakeside bathing areas in the very heart of the city, to a spectacular hike on the Uetliberg Mountain. The city of Zurich lies in the heart of Europe and at the center of Switzerland, on the northern shores of Lake Zurich. Its multicultural flair and the variety of leisure activities on offer attract guests from all over the world to this “region of short routes'. Zurich is quick and easy to reach, whether by train, plane or private vehicle. Some 150 years ago, part of the city's fortifications was transformed into what is now arguably the most famous 'Station Road' in the world, the Bahnhofstrasse. Zurich's shopping mile has contributed largely to the city's reputation as an El Dorado for shoppers and is a top address for international fashion labels, jewelry and watches. However, it is just one of the places where you can find urban Zurich labels; whether in Zurich-West or in the Aussersihl quarter, you often come across local brands where you least expect them.

Zurich boasts the highest density of clubs in Switzerland - here; you can never turn up too late. From a house music party in the legendary Kaufleuten to Greatest Hits from the Eighties at the oldest club in the city, the Mascotte, to a gay event at the Labor Bar – parties really get going after 11.00 pm and continue into the wee hours of the morning. Here, there are no official closing times. In summer, nightlife can be found not only in the clubs, but also outside in the open air; the venues where visitors bathe and relax during the day are ideal places to flirt and dance at night. Also for lovers of art Zurich has a lot to offer. Zurich is a leading financial center, and is often considered a global city.UBS, Credit Suisse, Swiss Re, Zurich Financial Services, and many other financial institutions have their headquarters in Zurich, the commercial center of Switzerland. Discover the adventure-packed Zurich region. Baden, Winterthur, Lake Zurich and Zug are accessible from Zurich in a very short time by public transport and offer diverse shopping, cultural and leisure activities. Zurich has a lot of places to go out. There are a lot of clubs, restaurants, cafes, bars but also many museums and theaters. Zurich, like most cities in Switzerland, is relatively safe. Nevertheless, be on guard for thieves and pickpockets. Carry your wallet or purse in a secure way, not in your hip pocket or a backpack outer pocket. Zurich is the favorite place to live for Switzerland's (German-speaking) gays and lesbians, because the city is extremely tolerant.