Volkshaus, Zurich

Name: Volkshaus
Address: Stauffacherstrasse 60, Zurich, 8004, Switzerland
Telephone: +41 44 242 11 55

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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. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1910 (114 years ago)Architectural style: Art NouveauCoordinates: 47°22'32"N, 8°31'38"E

Address

Stauffacherstrasse 60Kreis 4 (Langstrasse)Zurich 8004 Switzerland

Contact

+41 44 242 11 55

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Volkshaus open?

Volkshaus is open:

Monday 8 am - 12 am
Tuesday 8 am - 12 am
Wednesday 8 am - 12 am
Thursday 8 am - 12 am
Friday 8 am - 2 am
Saturday 9 am - 2 am
Sunday 10 am - 12 am

Which popular attractions are close to Volkshaus?

Nearby attractions include Helvetiaplatz, Zurich (2 min walk), Langstrasse, Zurich (2 min walk), Stauffacher, Zurich (5 min walk), Kantonspolizei Zürich, Zurich (6 min walk).

How to get to Volkshaus by public transport?

The nearest stations to Volkshaus:

Tram

Helvetiaplatz • Lines: 8 (2 min walk)
Bezirksgebäude • Lines: 2, 3 (4 min walk)

Trolleybus

Helvetiaplatz • Lines: 32 (3 min walk)
Kernstrasse • Lines: 32 (4 min walk)

Train

Zürich Selnau (8 min walk)
Zürich Wiedikon (9 min walk)

Bus

Bahnhof Wiedikon • Lines: 215, 220, 235, 236, 245, 350, 67, 76 (9 min walk)
Sihlpost/HB • Lines: N2, N8 (9 min walk)

Ferry

Zürich Landesmuseum (19 min walk)
Zürich Limmatquai (19 min walk)

Light rail

Bahnhof Stadelhofen • Lines: S18 (30 min walk)