Rapperswil
Zürich
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Popular places to visit
Rapperswil Castle
You can learn about the history of Rapperswil-Jona with a stop at Rapperswil Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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.
Things to do
From Zurich: Private 4 Countries in 1 Full-Day Tour
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Mount First & Grindelwald Adventure from Zürich
Zurich Walking Tour With Cruise and Aerial Cable Car
3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg
Top hotels in Rapperswil
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025
Novotel Zurich City West
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025
citizenM Zürich
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025
Hotel Scheuble
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rapperswil
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.
Hottingen
Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Hottingen. Top attractions like Dolder Sports and Kulturama Museum of Mankind are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dolderbahn S-Bahn or Titlisstrasse S-Bahn to see more of the city.
Wollishofen
The restaurants and shopping are just a few things visitors like about Wollishofen. Mythenquai Beach and Rote Fabrik are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Butzenstrasse Tram Stop or Wollishofen Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
District 2
Lake views, spas, and gardens highlight some notable features of District 2. Make a stop by Mythenquai Beach or Museum Rietberg while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Morgental Tram Stop or Butzenstrasse Tram Stop to get around town.
Hochschulen
While you're in Hochschulen, take in top sights like Kunsthaus Zurich or Bellevue Square, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kunsthaus Tram Stop or Kantonsschule Tram Stop.
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 catch a ride at Rudolf-Brun-Brucke Station.