Local Guide

Swissotel Zurich is your hotel gateway to Zurich, Switzerland’s most metropolitan city. Lying on Lake Zurich with a magnificent view of the Alps in the distance, Zurich offers you a unique mix of attractions, ranging from the impressive Grossmünster Church, the Kunstmuseum & art galleries in the Medieval old town, to designer shopping on the world-renowned Bahnhofstrasse. Zurich also has the most varied nightlife in the whole country. Promenades, parks and beaches line the lakeshore, forming a u-shaped strip of leisure opportunities that include swimming, sailing and rowing. Zurich is well-known for its wide variety of award-winning restaurants and trendy cafés. International acts and stars are seen onstage regularly at large venues like the Hallenstadion, Theater 11, and the world-class Zurich Opera House. Combining the traditional and the modern, Zurich is a vibrant blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture.

Swissotel Zurich’s Concierge will be happy to make any necessary arrangements for you.

Local Events

Conelli Christmas Circus

Conelli Christmas Circus

23 Nov

After a busy day shopping, Zurich offers plenty of opportunities for entertainment. The Conelli Christmas Circus is performing on the Bauschänzli for the 30th year, and even today attracts circus lovers in their crowds. 23 Nov - 6 Jan 2013

Zurich Marathon

Zurich Marathon

7 Apr

“Zurich goes fast” – One of the biggest marathons in Zurich with the starting point: Zurich Mythenquai, next to the port Enge and a picturesque route at the shores of Lake Zurich. 7 Apr 2013

LANG LANG Live in Concert at Hallenstadion

LANG LANG Live in Concert at Hallenstadion

7 Apr

Don’t miss out talented Lang-Lang live performance, only a few walking minutes away from Swissotel Zurich. The Chinese star pianist will present some of the most beautiful concerts of Prokofiev and Beethoven. 7 Apr 2013

Sechseläuten

Sechseläuten

15 Apr

People in historical guild costumes, 500 horse and 30 marching bands parade through the city centre. There, at 6 pm a pile of wood, on which the 'Böögg' – a symbolic snowman – sits enthroned, is set on fire. The quicker his head catches fire and explodes, the finer the summer should be. 15 Apr 2013

Joe Cocker – LIVE in concert  at Hallenstadion

Joe Cocker – LIVE in concert at Hallenstadion

22 May

Enjoy English rock and blues singer, who came to popularity in the 1960s, known for his gritty voice, live in concert only a few walking minutes away from Swissotel Zurich. 22 May 2013

ChefAlps

ChefAlps

26 May

Second symposium of the crème de la crème of  the Alpine region’s catering scene who meet to develop new culinary ideas, for networking reasons and show-cooking events. This top notch culinary event takes place at the event hall StageOne, just opposite the hotel. 26 - 27 May 2013

Ironman Switzerland

Ironman Switzerland

28 Jul

The Ironman Switzerland is an official qualifier for the Hawaii Ironman. Athletes from a total of about 49 nations will be in the starting line-up, including elite national and international figures. A large fairground right on Lake Zurich offers a diverse range of sport and entertainment. 28 Jul 2013

Street parade – Dance for Freedom 2013

Street parade – Dance for Freedom 2013

10 Aug

One of the most colorful house and techno parades in the world fascinates hundreds of thousands of dance fans from every continent. 30 love mobile trucks, seven large stages along the route around Lake Zurich and top international DJs, live acts, multimedia and dance animations will entertain the crowd. 10 Aug 2013

9th Zurich Film Festival

9th Zurich Film Festival

26 Sep

Zurich Film Festival offers audiences an insight into the work of the most promising filmmakers from around the globe and promotes the exchange of ideas between established film workers, creative talent and the public. 26 Sep - 6 Oct 2013

Christmas illuminations and late night shopping

Christmas illuminations and late night shopping

20 Nov

Zurich's most famous shopping street, the Bahnhofstrasse, will shine out more brightly than ever. For then, at 6.00pm “Lucy”– as the Christmas lights are called – will be switched on. At the same evening visitors can enjoy late-night shopping in the inner city until 10.00pm.
20 Nov 2013

Singing Christmas Tree

Singing Christmas Tree

24 Nov

Enjoy cosy Christmas atmosphere on Werdmühleplatz square where children from local schools stand on a tiered stage arranged and decorated to look like a Christmas tree singing Christmas songs. Performances twice daily, at various times. 24 Nov - 23 Dec 2013

Christmas Markets

Christmas Markets

6 Dec

Enjoy Zurich's oldest Christmas market in the Niederdorf quarter, Europe's largest indoor Christmas market in the station concourse, with the legendary Swarovski Christmas tree, Golden Christmas at Bellevue, City Christmas market at the Bahnhofstrasse, Christmas market featuring the “Singing Christmas Tree” at Werdmühleplatz.

New Year’s Eve Celebrations

New Year’s Eve Celebrations

31 Dec

Celebrate a magic new year’s eve in Zurich watching the fireworks standing in line with over 150,000 revellers at the banks of the river Limmat and lake Zurich to hear church bells chiming followed by fireworks. Food stalls, live bands and DJs keep Zurich up and partying all night. 31 Dec 2013

Mercedes-CSI, International Horse Show

Mercedes-CSI, International Horse Show

24 Jan

The Mercedes-CSI event showcases the finest show jumping like nowhere else in the world. Over the course of three days, equestrianism at the very highest level is on offer at Hallenstadion stadium. The sporting highlight will be the Rolex FEI world Cup™. 24 - 26 Jan 2014

Art on Ice

Art on Ice

27 Feb

“Art on Ice” – probably the most beautiful ice skating event in the world - takes place only a 7 minutes’ walk away from Swissotel Zurich. Watch the outstandingly choreographed interplay between the best ice skaters in the world, music stars and acrobats. 27 Feb to 2 Mar 2014

European Athletics Championships

European Athletics Championships

12 Aug

Switzerland hosts the European Athletics Championships in 2014 first time since 1954. Swissotel Zurich as an official hotel partner is proud to cater to championship athletes. 12 - 17 Aug 2014

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