Holiday Inn Express Zürich Airport
When visiting Zürich be sure to stay at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel, the hotel is located 5.0Kilometers from Zürich Airport, and benefits from a cheap shuttle bus service from the hotel into the airport terminal or to the downtown area, is a great touch, and frequent. The Holiday Inn Express is one of the relatively cheap Zürich hotels, but with all the usual high standards that we have come to expect from the IHG group, including, 163 rooms over 6 floors with Internet connections, all rooms are accessible by lobby elevators and benefit from a non-smoking policy, this hotel was renovated in early 2009. Perfect as a bolt hole to see all that Zürich has to offer whether you are on a business trip or a pleasure trip, with these hotels near Zürich airport you are local to most of the interesting places to see, only 5 minutes by taxi from the airport, local tram service takes just 30 minutes to reach the busy downtown Zürich main area.
Some of the places you ought to visit whilst you are in Zürich
Get an eye catching view of “Old Zürich” from the deck of the pleasure cruise boat which sails up and down the river Limmat, what a wonderful way to see this old spectacular city? Some people think that Zürich is the capital of Switzerland?
Way back in history during the 16th century Zürich was indeed the capital city of Switzerland which at the time was run by “The Old Swiss Confederacy”
(1292 – 1798) In April 1798 the French army completely overran Switzerland and
“The Old Swiss Confederacy” collapsed, for the next 5 years Lucerne became the nation’s capital city, this era was known as “The Helvetic Republic” until 1803 when “The Act of Mediation” was imposed by the French and the Swiss Cantons. Henceforth this stabilized the country and Bern became the capital city. In 1815 Switzerland regained its independency and neutrality. Switzerland has been known as a Federal State ever since. (Distance: 11.0KM from the hotels near Zürich airport)
Bahnhofstrasse
Bahnhofstrasse should be at the top of your list of places to visit when in Zürich. This very important street houses the cities Finance and Business sectors, take a leisurely stroll along the main promenade, taking in all the exclusive world renowned shops boutiques and diamond centers. Some of the best coffee houses and restaurants are in this area so relax and watch the world go by over a cappuccino. (Distance: 11.0KM from the Zürich airport hotels)
Transportation in Zürich
You should use the tram or the “VBZ” as it is known locally, these trams will get you close to any location of your choosing within the city, alternative you may use the buses, trains or the local taxi service. (Distance: 12.5KM from the Zürich’s hotels) it is ideal.
Kunsthaus
Kunsthaus is The Museum of modern art in Zürich with collections of some 4000 paintings, sculptures and installations. (Distance: 11.0KM from the cheap Zürich hotels)
Lindenhof
Lindenhof is located in the old town area of the city and boasts the historical site of a Roman Castle, dating back to the 2nd century. (Distance: 11.0KM from the Zürich airport hotels)
Zoological garden
Visit this Zürich Zoo, great for the kids with over 250 different species and over 2000 animals. The Biosphere is enormous and imposing, housing a rain forest. You must visit The Madagascan pavilion, and the elephant house is most impressive. (Distance: 15.0KM from the cheap Zürich hotels)
Uetli Mountain
A visit to the top of The Uetli Mountain is recommended if at all possible, accessible by train this 900 high platform will give you breath taking views over Zürich’s hotels and the cityscape. (Distance: 31.0KM from the Holiday Inn)
Summary
I hope this look into Zürich city life has encouraged you to visit this great country and to stay at the bespoke Zürich airport hotels.
Some of the places you ought to visit whilst you are in Zürich
Get an eye catching view of “Old Zürich” from the deck of the pleasure cruise boat which sails up and down the river Limmat, what a wonderful way to see this old spectacular city? Some people think that Zürich is the capital of Switzerland?
Way back in history during the 16th century Zürich was indeed the capital city of Switzerland which at the time was run by “The Old Swiss Confederacy”
(1292 – 1798) In April 1798 the French army completely overran Switzerland and
“The Old Swiss Confederacy” collapsed, for the next 5 years Lucerne became the nation’s capital city, this era was known as “The Helvetic Republic” until 1803 when “The Act of Mediation” was imposed by the French and the Swiss Cantons. Henceforth this stabilized the country and Bern became the capital city. In 1815 Switzerland regained its independency and neutrality. Switzerland has been known as a Federal State ever since. (Distance: 11.0KM from the hotels near Zürich airport)
Bahnhofstrasse
Bahnhofstrasse should be at the top of your list of places to visit when in Zürich. This very important street houses the cities Finance and Business sectors, take a leisurely stroll along the main promenade, taking in all the exclusive world renowned shops boutiques and diamond centers. Some of the best coffee houses and restaurants are in this area so relax and watch the world go by over a cappuccino. (Distance: 11.0KM from the Zürich airport hotels)
Transportation in Zürich
You should use the tram or the “VBZ” as it is known locally, these trams will get you close to any location of your choosing within the city, alternative you may use the buses, trains or the local taxi service. (Distance: 12.5KM from the Zürich’s hotels) it is ideal.
Kunsthaus
Kunsthaus is The Museum of modern art in Zürich with collections of some 4000 paintings, sculptures and installations. (Distance: 11.0KM from the cheap Zürich hotels)
Lindenhof
Lindenhof is located in the old town area of the city and boasts the historical site of a Roman Castle, dating back to the 2nd century. (Distance: 11.0KM from the Zürich airport hotels)
Zoological garden
Visit this Zürich Zoo, great for the kids with over 250 different species and over 2000 animals. The Biosphere is enormous and imposing, housing a rain forest. You must visit The Madagascan pavilion, and the elephant house is most impressive. (Distance: 15.0KM from the cheap Zürich hotels)
Uetli Mountain
A visit to the top of The Uetli Mountain is recommended if at all possible, accessible by train this 900 high platform will give you breath taking views over Zürich’s hotels and the cityscape. (Distance: 31.0KM from the Holiday Inn)
Summary
I hope this look into Zürich city life has encouraged you to visit this great country and to stay at the bespoke Zürich airport hotels.