Neighbourhood · Altstadt, Zurich

Bahnhofstrasse

Bahnhofstrasse
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Bahnhofstrasse runs from Zurich Hauptbahnhof south to Lake Zurich. It holds luxury stores, banks, and department stores such as Globus. Narrow side streets lead to cafes and smaller shops.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Zurich: Weekend Escape

Visiting Bahnhofstrasse: what to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
1 to 2 hours
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Tram to Hauptbahnhof or Paradeplatz

Zurich itineraries with Bahnhofstrasse

Day 1 of Zurich: Weekend Escape

The old town and the lake

How Bahnhofstrasse fits into a day.
  1. 10:00GrossmünsterAltstadt
  2. 11:30FraumünsterAltstadt
  3. 13:00LindenhofAltstadt
  4. 14:30BahnhofstrasseAltstadt
  5. 16:00Lake ZurichSeefeld
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Bahnhofstrasse FAQs

How long is Bahnhofstrasse?

The street measures 1.4 kilometers from the station to the lake.

What shops line Bahnhofstrasse?

It features luxury brands and the Globus department store.

Can you walk the full length?

Trams run along parts of it but the route suits pedestrians.

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