Zoologisches Museum, Zurich

Name: Zoologisches Museum
Address: Karl Schmid-Strasse 4, Zurich, Switzerland
Telephone: +41 44 634 38 38

#210 among attractions in Zurich

Museum

Gallery (1)

Map

Facts and practical information

Zoologisches Museum (address: Karl Schmid-Strasse 4) is a place located in Zurich (Zürich canton) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 1486 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 47°22'31"N latitude and 8°32'53"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Zoologisches Museum is a short distance from the following public transport stations: ETH Zentrum (bus, 3 min walk), Polyterrasse ETH (train, 4 min walk), ETH/Universitätsspital (tram, 4 min walk), Neumarkt (trolleybus, 5 min walk), Zürich Limmatquai (ferry, 8 min walk), Bahnhof Stadelhofen (light rail, 16 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: ETH Zürich (cafeteria, 2 min walk), ETH Library (library, 3 min walk), Predigerkirche Zürich (church, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 47°22'31"N, 8°32'53"E

Address

Karl Schmid-Strasse 4Kreis 1 (Hochschulen)Zurich Switzerland

Contact

+41 44 634 38 38

Social media

Facebook

Zurich

Day trips

Zoologisches Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bahnhofstrasse, Grossmünster, Hedwig Fountain, Kunsthaus.

0.5 miW
Main street lined with high-end shops
Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, Bahnhofstrasse stands as one of the world's most luxurious shopping boulevards. This iconic street, stretching approximately 1.4 kilometers from Zurich Hauptbahnhof to Lake Zurich, is a beacon of high-end retail and architectural...
0.4 miSW
Landmark 12th-century cathedral
Grossmünster, Zurich
11 min walk • The Grossmünster, an emblematic church in Zurich, Switzerland, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious history and architectural heritage. This Romanesque-style Protestant church, with its distinctive twin towers, dominates the Zurich skyline and is one of...
~1860 ftSW
Memorial
Hedwig Fountain, Zurich
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, the Hedwig Fountain stands as a testament to the city's rich history and artistic heritage. The fountain is not just an ordinary water feature; it is a piece of art that pays homage to Hedwig, the patron saint of Zurich.
~1640 ftS
Gallery with major European artworks
Kunsthaus, Zurich
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, the Kunsthaus Zurich stands as a beacon of artistic and cultural heritage, inviting art enthusiasts and curious visitors alike to delve into its impressive collection. As a premier art museum in Switzerland, the Kunsthaus is renowned for...
0.4 miSW
Bridge
Münsterbrücke, Zurich
12 min walk • Spanning the serene waters of the Limmat River in the heart of Zurich, the Münsterbrücke serves not just as a vital thoroughfare, but also as a charming historical monument. Connecting the Grossmünster and Fraumünster churches, this bridge is steeped in the...
~1790 ftSW
Square
Lindenhof, Zurich
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, Lindenhof stands as a serene oasis and a historical square that offers a unique window into the city's past. This tranquil space, shaded by linden trees, not only provides a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of...
~1940 ftSW
Stately town hall from the late 1600s
Zürich Town Hall, Zurich
10 min walk • Zürich Town Hall, known as Zürcher Rathaus in German, is an emblematic building nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, that serves as the seat of both the cantonal and municipal governments. This historic edifice, whose origins date back to the late 17th...
~780 ftSW
Church, Huldrych Zwingli, Gothic architecture
Predigerkirche Zürich, Zurich
4 min walk • The Predigerkirche Zürich is a notable historical landmark nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland. This church, with its origins dating back to the 13th century, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage.
~1890 ftSW
Bridge
Rathausbrücke, Zurich
10 min walk • Rathausbrücke is a pedestrian bridge which crosses the river Limmat in Zürich, Switzerland. It is colloquially named Gmüesbrugg, and is a popular public square connecting Limmatquai, and the Weinplatz plaza and the historical Schipfe quarter.
0.4 miW
Observatories and planetariums, Museum
Urania Sternwarte, Zurich
11 min walk • Urania Sternwarte is a public observatory in the Lindenhof quarter of Zürich, Switzerland. Its name Urania refers to the muse of astronomy in Greek mythology.
~1890 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows
Schauspielhaus Pfauen, Zurich
10 min walk • The Schauspielhaus Zürich is one of the most prominent and important theatres in the German-speaking world. It is also known as "Pfauenbühne". The large theatre has 750 seats. The Schauspielhaus also operates three stages in the Schiffbau in the western part of Zürich, the Schiffbau/Halle, the Schiffbau/Box and the Schiffbau/Matchbox.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Zoologisches Museum?

Nearby attractions include ETH Zürich, Zurich (2 min walk), ETH Library, Zurich (3 min walk), Predigerkirche Zürich, Zurich (4 min walk), Zentralbibliothek Zürich, Zurich (5 min walk).

How to get to Zoologisches Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Zoologisches Museum:

Bus

ETH Zentrum • Lines: E (3 min walk)
Central • Lines: N13 (6 min walk)

Train

Polyterrasse ETH (4 min walk)
Central Polybahn (6 min walk)

Tram

ETH/Universitätsspital • Lines: 10, 6, 9 (4 min walk)
Neumarkt • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Neumarkt • Lines: 31 (5 min walk)
Central • Lines: 31, 46 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Zürich Limmatquai (8 min walk)
Zürich Storchen (11 min walk)

Light rail

Bahnhof Stadelhofen • Lines: S18 (16 min walk)
Kreuzplatz • Lines: 11, 8, S18 (20 min walk)