Zurich Old Town & the Limmat

Where it is & how to get there

• From the station: Zurich HB is a 5-minute walk from the Old Town.
• On foot: Explore Niederdorf on the east bank and Lindenhof on the west.
• Tram: Trams stop along Bahnhofstrasse and the river.

The story of Zurich Old Town

Zurich began as a Roman customs post called Turicum on the Lindenhof hill. Its Old Town grew along the Limmat River, with narrow lanes, guild houses and church towers.

Lindenhof, a quiet terrace with lime trees, gives a classic view over the river and the Grossmünster. Across the water, the lively Niederdorf lanes are full of cafés and shops.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Walk up to Lindenhof hill for the classic view.
• Start at Lindenhof for the view, then cross to Niederdorf.
• Walk along Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world's most famous shopping streets.

What's around Zurich Old Town

• GrossmünsterTwin-towered church.
• FraumünsterChurch with Chagall windows.
• BahnhofstrasseLuxury shopping street.
• Lake ZurichAt the end of Bahnhofstrasse.

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