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
Looking to spend some serious money or to merely browse; this is one of Europe's most exquisite shopping strips.
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.
Zürich Opera House
You can make plans for a show at Zürich Opera House during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
Things to do
From Zurich: Private 4 Countries in 1 Full-Day Tour
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg
Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car
Zurich Old Town Guided Walking Tour With A Guide
Top hotels in Oerlikon
Acasa Suites
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Zurich North
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025
Holiday Inn Zurich - Messe by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oerlikon
Zurich North
Noted for its live music and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Zurich North. Top attractions like MFO-Park and Halle 622 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bad Allenmoos Tram Stop or Regensbergbrucke Tram Stop to see more of the city.
District 6
Known for its charming coffeehouses and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in District 6. You can visit top attractions like Rigiblick Funicular and Flussbad Oberer Letten, and jump on the metro at Langmauerstrasse Tram Stop or Irchel University Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Oberstrass
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Oberstrass. Spend some time visiting top spots like ETH Zurich, and catch the metro at Langmauerstrasse Tram Stop or Letzistrasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Unterstrass
Travelers choose Unterstrass for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Schaffhauserplatz Tram Stop or Guggachstrasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like Flussbad Oberer Letten.
Gewerbeschule
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Gewerbeschule. Spend some time visiting top spots like St. Josef Church, and catch the metro at Limmatplatz Tram Stop or Quellenstrasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Glattbrugg
Glattbrugg is known for its ample dining options, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Opfikon S-Bahn.