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Old Town, Zurich

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The city's historic heart, the atmospheric Old Town serves as one of the area's major tourist attractions, famed for its well-preserved 19th-century architecture and cobblestoned lanes flanked by trendy shops, galleries, and restaurants. A convenient starting point for tours around the city, the district stretches along both banks of the Limmat River. Begin your walk through medieval Zurich at the Old Town's landmark bridge, which connects two monumental cathedrals situated on opposite sides of the river. From there you can easily reach the nearby shopping streets, packed with hip cafes and quirky boutiques. In the evening the neighborhood's bars and clubs become the center of Zurich's lively nightlife. Put Old Town at the forefront of your travel plans using our Zurich journey maker.

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• By darlynej2017

  After taking the red-eye from the US, we literally hit the ground running and went straight to Old Town. Besides quaint little squares, sidewalk cafes and beautiful architecture , the were also small....  more »

• By 76karenz

  The Old Town in Zurich is based just off the main shopping street (called the Bahnhofstrasse) and is easily accessible from the main train station as well as from the lake. Running to the East of the....  more »

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