Bahnhofstrasse
Neighbourhood · Altstadt, Zurich

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.

On day 1 of Zurich: Weekend Escape

Good to know

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

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 questions

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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