Altstetten
Zürich
Visit Altstetten
Popular places to visit
Letzigrund Stadium
Catch an event at Letzigrund Stadium during your trip to Zürich. Experience the live music and theater scene in this vibrant area.
Bahnhofstrasse
Looking to spend some serious money or to merely browse; this is one of Europe's most exquisite shopping strips.
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.
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.
ETH Zurich
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in ETH Zurich during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich Tour with Cruise, Lindt Home of Chocolate + Optional FIFA Museum
Mount Pilatus & Lucerne Day Trip from Zurich
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Altstetten
Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich
"Lovely, knowledgeable staff at the front desk and a nice quiet location within walking distance of the tram. The bedroom was clean and tidy with modern facilities. The bed frame could have been a bit sturdier as it moved around slightly, but the movable tray attached to the bed was really useful. ..."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Mercure Zürich City
"Really enjoyed staying there"
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
THE FLAG Zürich
"Professional and very helpful. The rooms are very, comfortable beds and a wonderful breakfast. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate all day!"
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport
"Great staff. Very easy to get to the terminal or train system."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
"Good connection from the train station on Bus 46."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Ruby Mimi Zurich
"Convenient location, clean room and helpful staff"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Altstetten
District 4
If you're spending time in District 4, check out sights like Helvetia Square or Starkart Urban Art Gallery and hop on the metro to see more the city at Backeranlage Tram Stop or Guterbahnhof Tram Stop.
Langstrasse
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Langstrasse. Top attractions like Helvetia Square and Bernard Jordan Gallery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop or Backeranlage Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Gewerbeschule
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Gewerbeschule. Spend some time visiting top spots like Markthalle im Viadukt, and catch the metro at Limmatplatz Tram Stop or Quellenstrasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Werd
When in Werd and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Swiss Casinos Zurich or Bahnhofstrasse and hop on the metro to see more the city at Werd Tram Stop or Bezirksgebaude Station.
Enge
Travelers choose Enge for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Enge-Bederstrasse Station or Zurich Enge S-Bahn and check out top sights like FIFA World Football Museum.
Unterstrass
Travelers choose Unterstrass for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Schaffhauserplatz Tram Stop or Guggachstrasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like Flussbad Oberer Letten.
