Niederdorf lies across the river from Lindenhof and is a largely pedestrian area. Few cars are allowed on this neighborhood's medieval alleyways, which gives Niederdorf a quaint, historical feel. Stroll around this area if you want to find some great restaurants and shopping areas.

Altstadt (District 1):
The third part of Zurich's medieval city center is the Altstadt, or Old Town. You will find plenty of Zurich short term rentals here, along with over 40 affordable hotels. If you look hard enough, you will see some modern touches amidst the historical charm: Mark Chagall's stained-glass windows adorn the Grossmunster and Fraumunster churches, and there are plenty of other museums in this area.

Wollishofen & Leimbach (District 2):
Wollishofen and Leimbach, along with Enge, make up Zurich's District 2. These eclectic neighborhoods are on the western shore of Lake Zurich, attracting a good many tourists to the lakefront. You will also find historic castles intermixing with a lively nightlife scene. Wollishofen and Leimbach are the location of the huge Street Parade techno music festival that the city hosts every year.

Enge:
Completing District 2, Enge is where you will go if you want to take the ferry across Lake Zurich. This can make Enge a bit touristy, though it is still less touristy than the eastern side of the lake. Enge's location close to the center of Zurich makes it ideal to find affordable serviced apartments Zurich. If you like strolling in gardens, you will love Enge's Belvoirpark and Rieterpark.

Langstrasse & Aussersihl (District 4):
District 4 consists of two neighborhoods in South Zurich, Langstrasse and Aussersihl. Langstrasse, once a popular red-light district, has been built up recently and now attracts many young people to its urban bars and lively nightlife. You can also get to District 5 via Langstrasse's tunnel under the railroad tracks. Aussersihl is the home of most of Zurich's foreign citizens, lending the area a diverse, cosmopolitan feel. Aussersihl hosts Zurich's annual Gay Pride Christopher Street Day as well as other eclectic events and festivals. Those who want to live in a diverse area with many cultures and a young feel should look for short term rentals in Zurich in District 4.

Oberstrasse & Unterstrasse (District 6):
District 6 is located north of the Alstadt and is made up of Oberstrasse and Unterstrasse. This district is the location of the Zoologisches Museum, a popular attraction for families with children. Part of the Zurich University campus lies in District 6, along with a large park with a duck pond. Art lovers should check out one of Zurich's oldest art spaces here, which now shows contemporary art by young artists.

Hirslanden & Witikon (District 7):
Hirslanden and Witikon, along with Flutern and Hottingen, are part of eastern Zurich's District 7. Hop on one of the classic trolleys for a tour of this affluent area, or take an afternoon to visit the Zurich Zoo which is also located here.

Flutern:
Flutern, a swank upper-class area, is part of District 7 in eastern Zurich. Those who are looking for upscale short term rentals Zurich may want to consider in Flutern. This area is also the location of the Friedhof, the cemetery where Swiss Nobel Prize winner Elias Canetti and Irish author James Joyce are buried.

Hottingen:
Hottingen is one of District 7's less expensive areas. Though it is towards the edge of town, it is still well-connected to the city center via Zurich's excellent public transport. It feels like a small village, thanks to its cute cottages, cafes, and markets.

Seefeld & Riesbach (District 8):
The eastern shore of Lake Zurich is one of the most touristy in the city, thanks to its waterfront location that encourages people to swim, sunbathe, promenade, and rent boats. This is Zurich's District 8, which consists of Seefeld and Riesbach. This area has become a popular place to live in the past decade, which has driven up the rent rates. Seefeld has been part of the gentrification, as is evident by its trendy bars and restaurants, but it also still hosts the largest flea market in Zurich.

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Zurich's public transport is divided into fare zones: fares are higher if you want to go farther from the city center. For those staying in any of our short term rentals Zurich, you should know that the most economical choice for public transport payment is to buy a monthly or annual public transport card called a ZVV NetworkPass; this makes the most sense if you will be in Zurich for more than a few weeks. Single tickets can also be purchased from multi-lingual ticket vending machines at all public transport stops. Do not forget to buy tickets before you board the public transport; if you do not buy a ticket first, you may be fined.

Taxis:
Taxis abound in Zurich, though they are much more expensive than the public transport, in part because a mandatory 15% service charge is included in every taxi fare. Taxis can be hailed at the curb or ordered by phone. There are many taxi companies serving Zurich, such as Taxi 444 AG, Mega Taxi Zurich, Hallo Taxi-Reisen "Excalibur", and Zuritaxi 7x2.

Driving:
The best advice you can heed about getting around Zurich is: do not drive. Swiss roads are known for being excellent, but driving in Zurich is stressful due to the hard-to-navigate narrow streets. Importing and insuring cars is also quite expensive, and finding parking in Zurich is near-impossible. Also, in most cases you will find that taking Zurich's public transport will get you from any of our serviced apartments in Zurich to your destination more quickly than driving would.

Airports:
Zurich's only airport is the Zurich Airport (ZRH), and it is the 12th busiest airport in Europe. It is ideally located less than seven miles north of the city center. You can get to the airport via tram, bus, or Swiss Federal Railways train from the Zurich Hauptbahnhof (main train station) in the city center.

Zurich also hosts many outdoor festivals, musical and non-musical, throughout the year. One of the most famous is the Zurich Street Parade (Streetparade) every August, though April's pagan Sechselauten festival is also a large draw. There is also the Zurich Pride Festival, which has become very popular in recent years, especially amongst gays and lesbians.

Sport for Spectators:
While Zurich is not a center for traditional professional sports, it is home to many active people who love the outdoors. Zurich hosts the Zurich Marathon, the Ironman Switzerland triathlon, and a beach volleyball tournament in April; if you want to watch any of these, book your visit for the springtime. For those of you who may be staying with us in one of our short term rentals in Zurich, if you're one who enjoys watching athletics, you won't be disappointed by the Freestyle.ch Festival which takes place every year in September at Landiwiese. Winter sports, unsurprisingly, are also popular in Zurich: you will have plenty of opportunities to watch ice hockey and snow skiing. The Zurcher Schlittschuh Club Lions (ZSC Lions) are Zurich's professional ice hockey team, and they play their home games at the Hallenstadion in Oerlikon. Skiing events are, of course, held all over the area. Also, as in the rest of Europe, soccer is very popular and most Swiss support the national soccer team, Schweizer Nati. Tennis enthusiasts are sure to find some tennis to watch, as Switzerland is home to top tennis players Roger Federer and Martina Hingis.

Arts & Culture:
Zurich's small size does not mean there is a lack of cultural attractions; the city has more than 20 museums and countless galleries. Head to Museumstrasse to visit the Zurich Landesmuseum, the largest Swiss history museum, to learn about Swiss traditions all over the country. The Kunsthaus Zurich is a must-visit for art lovers who wish to see some of Giacometti's sculptures or Monet's paintings. Those interested in architecture will enjoy the Le Corbusier House at the Heidi Weber Museum, a modern villa that was designed by its namesake. The Foundation E.G. Buhrle Collection is sometimes hard to get into, but has a rich private art collection well worth seeing. If you have kids, you may want to look for serviced apartments in Zurich near the Zurich Toy Museum so you can make multiple trips to check out all the historical Swiss toys.

Along with its great selection of museums, Zurich cultural life is further bolstered by its excellent music scene. Opera lovers should not miss a performance by the world-famous Zurich Opera at the Opernhaus Zurich. Theatre lovers will equally enjoy taking in a play at the important Schauspielhaus Zurich. The Tonhalle Zurich's excellent acoustics showcase classical music played by the Tonhalle Orchestra and Zurich Chamber Orchestra (Zurcher Kammerorchester). The Cinema Arthouse Le Paris is a great place to take in an Arthouse movie or two.

Nightlife:
Despite its small size, Zurich has a pretty good nightlife scene. Beer and wine are the drinks of choice for most Zurich locals, though there are plenty of bars that serve great cocktails, too. If you want to be near as many bars as possible, look for short term rentals in Zurich in the Altstadt. Try Bierhalle Wolf to enjoy a great beer selection and live music. Nachtflug Cafe Bar is a stylish place that serves coffee during the day and has a large selection of drinks at night. Wine lovers should visit opfelchammere, which only serves wine and water but will grant you a free glass of wine if you can climb over the roof beams. If you prefer whisky to wine, visit Widder Bar, which has a menu of 250 different malts. The hip younger crowd frequent Blaue Ente, which has a hopping night scene. Some other good places you could check out are Xenix Bar, Riffraff Kino Bar Bistro, and 2 Akt.

For those of you staying in serviced apartments Zurich who would rather dance than drink, you will not be alone in this city. Clubs in the city range from fancy to chill, and you can find somewhere to go out every night if you want. X-Tra Club offers free admission every Monday, while Hive Club features Swiss DJs and many rooms to choose from. Some upscale clubs are Kaufleuten and Palais X-tra, while the alternative crowd generally flocks to Adagio in the Kongresshaus and the Abart Music Club. Zurich's gay and lesbian population has a large choice of LGBT-friendly clubs, such as the Rathaus Cafe, the T&M Disco Club, and Club Aaah!

Shopping:
Zurich has infinite options for shopping, from malls to markets to boutiques. If you want to be as close to the best shopping as possible, consider living in one of our Zurich furnished apartments in District 1, near ShopVille on Bahnhofstrasse, where they specialize in luxury goods like watches from Beyer and Swatch or Victorinox Swiss army knives. The Jelmoli and Globus department stores are in constant competition and both carry high-end brands. Niederdorf has some trendy clothes shops and attracts many young shoppers. If you want an all-in-one shopping experience, visit the Sihlcity shopping and leisure center.

The Swiss are also known for their excellent chocolate and other sweet confections, so be sure to pick some up during your stay. You can get popular Frey chocolate from Migros supermarkets, though if you would like lower prices, head to the Lindt & Sprungli Chocolate Factory store to scoop up some sale items. Sprungli should not be missed; this Zurich institution offers hand-made chocolates, macaroons that look like hamburgers, and innovative truffles. For traditional Swiss and German handicrafts like cuckoo clocks and hand-carved wood items, head to Schweizer Heimatwerk on the river. The Flohmarkt Burkliplatz is a huge flea market with many stalls to keep you busy.