Audio Guide of Bahnhofstrasse

The street is public and accessible 24 hours a day, but shops usually open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 to 20:00 and close on Sundays. Access is excellent: it begins right in front of Zurich Central Station (Zurich Central Station), making it the ideal starting point.

No, strolling along this iconic avenue is completely free and one of the best things to do in Zurich without spending money. The only cost depends on whether you decide to shop in its exclusive boutiques or enjoy some Swiss chocolate.

The street is 1.4 km long; if you walk straight to the lake, it will take about 20 minutes. However, to enjoy the shop windows, architecture, and atmosphere, we recommend setting aside between 1 and 2 hours.

About 150 years ago, this area was the Frog Ditch of the city walls, until it was filled in to connect the station with the lake. Today it is one of the most expensive streets in the world; discover all its secrets with our Zurich audio guide.

For relaxed shopping, weekday mornings are ideal. However, the most magical time is December, when the "Lucy" Christmas lights are switched on, creating a spectacular nighttime atmosphere.

Yes, Bahnhofstrasse is very accessible, with wide sidewalks, flat terrain, and paved surfaces throughout the route. In addition, the trams that run along the street have low-floor access for wheelchairs.

Halfway along, you will find the famous Paradeplatz and the historic Confiserie Sprüngli. At the end of the route, you will reach Bürkliplatz, where views open up over Lake Zurich and the Alps.

Do not limit yourself to looking at the shop windows at street level; look up to admire the impressive architecture of the upper floors. If you want to avoid crowds, use parallel streets such as Rennweg to return to the city center.