Aussersihl, Zurich

Name: Aussersihl
Address: Zurich, Switzerland

#179 among attractions in Zurich

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Aussersihl is a district in the Swiss city of Zürich. Known officially as District number 4, the district is known as colloquially Chreis Cheib, cheib being the Zürich German word for an animal cadaver. It earned the name as the area historically contained pits for the deposition of dead animals. It comprises the quarters Werd, Langstrasse and Hard. ()

Alternative names: Area: 1.12 mi²Coordinates: 47°22'43"N, 8°31'16"E

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Kreis 4 (Langstrasse)Zurich Switzerland

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Aussersihl – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Schanzengraben Zürich, Stadion Letzigrund, Old Botanical Garden, Jelmoli.

0.7 miSE
Watersports, Swimming, Swimming pool
Schanzengraben Zürich, Zurich
19 min walk • Schanzengraben Zürich is an idyllic urban retreat nestled in the bustling city of Zurich, Switzerland. This historic moat, transformed into a picturesque swimming pool, offers a unique blend of leisure and history to both locals and tourists alike.
0.9 miW
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Stadion Letzigrund, Zurich
23 min walk • Stadion Letzigrund is a dynamic sports venue located in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, known for its modern facilities and vibrant atmosphere. This stadium, rebuilt in 2007 to replace the original structure from 1925, has become a hub for both athletic events...
0.8 miSE
Botanic garden with octagonal palm house
Old Botanical Garden, Zurich
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, the Old Botanical Garden is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Established in the 19th century, this park is a serene space where nature and history intertwine, providing visitors with...
0.8 miE
Shopping, Department store
Jelmoli, Zurich
21 min walk • Jelmoli is a premier department store located in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, renowned for its luxury shopping experience and rich heritage. Established in 1833 by Peter Jelmoli-Ciolina, the store has become a landmark of Swiss retail, offering a wide range of...
0.7 miSE
Synagogue
Synagoge Zürich Löwenstrasse, Zurich
19 min walk • The Synagoge Zürich Löwenstrasse stands as a central pillar of Jewish life in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland. This synagogue, with its distinguished history, serves not only as a place of worship but also as a cultural and community center for the Jewish population...
0.8 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Ethnographic Museum of the University of Zurich, Zurich
21 min walk • The Ethnographic Museum of the University of Zurich is a cultural gem nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland. This museum is dedicated to the diverse tapestry of human cultures and histories, housing an extensive collection of artifacts that span across continents...
0.8 miNE
Watersports, Swimming, Swimming pool
Bahnhof Letten, Zurich
21 min walk • Zürich Letten is a former railway station in the Swiss city of Zürich. It is situated on the old route of the Lake Zürich right bank railway from Zurich Hbf station to Rapperswil station.
0.8 miNE
Museum
Museum of Design, Zurich
20 min walk • The Museum of Design, Zürich is a museum for industrial design, visual communication, architecture, and craft in Zurich, Switzerland.
0.6 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Architecture
Prime Tower, Zurich
16 min walk • The Prime Tower, also named "Maag-Tower" in an earlier stage of planning, is a skyscraper in Zurich, Switzerland. At a height of 126 metres, it was the highest skyscraper in Switzerland from 2011 until 2015, when the Roche Tower in Basel was finished.
~1890 ftSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Volkshaus, Zurich
10 min walk • The Volkshaus is a 1,200-seat concert hall located in Zürich, Switzerland. The building construction began in June 1909 and publicly opened the following year. On 26 February 1964, Thelonious Monk performed there.
0.5 miE
Fountain
Europuddle, Zurich
13 min walk • The Europuddle, is a fountain completed in November 2019, located in the Europaallee area in the city centre of Zürich, Switzerland. Its name is a portmanteau derived from "Europaallee", the residential and commercial area in which it belongs, and "puddle", due to its visual appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Aussersihl?

Nearby attractions include Bäckeranlage, Zurich (4 min walk), Langstrasse, Zurich (8 min walk), Helvetiaplatz, Zurich (9 min walk), Volkshaus, Zurich (10 min walk).

How to get to Aussersihl by public transport?

The nearest stations to Aussersihl:

Tram

Bäckeranlage • Lines: 8 (3 min walk)
Güterbahnhof • Lines: 8 (4 min walk)

Trolleybus

Bäckeranlage • Lines: 31 (4 min walk)
Güterbahnhof • Lines: 31 (4 min walk)

Bus

Güterbahnhof • Lines: N2, N8 (4 min walk)
Hardplatz • Lines: 83, N2, N5 (11 min walk)

Train

Zürich Wiedikon (13 min walk)
Zürich Hardbrücke (13 min walk)

Ferry

Zürich Landesmuseum (25 min walk)
Zürich Limmatquai (28 min walk)