Rapperswil
Zürich
Visit Rapperswil
Popular places to visit
Rapperswil Castle
You can learn about the history of Rapperswil-Jona with a stop at Rapperswil Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Zoo Zurich
Come face-to-face with rare and exotic animal species, including Amur tigers and snow leopards, which roam in recreations of their natural habitats.
Bahnhofstrasse
This is one of the world’s most exclusive retail strips. Even if you can’t afford the price tags, it’s worth a browse for the window-shopping alone.
Zürich Opera House
You can make plans for a show at Zürich Opera House during your trip to Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
Swiss National Museum
Discover the life of the Swiss people from prehistoric times to the present day while wandering among the rooms of a grandiose riverside castle.
Lindenhof
This historic quarter is filled with medieval alleyways, Zurich’s finest churches, artisan’s shops and a hilltop featuring Roman ruins and sweeping city views.
Things to do
Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich Tour with Cruise, Lindt Home of Chocolate + Optional FIFA Museum
Zurich: Lindt Home of Chocolate Guided Tour & Entry Ticket
Interlaken & Grindelwald Day Trip from Zurich
Zurich: Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket
Zurich: FIFA Museum Entry Ticket
Rapperswil Hotel Deals
Ruby Mimi Zurich
Very walkable location
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Room was spotless and contained everything we needed to make breakfast, lunch and dinner. Thermostat to control the temperature of the room was spot on too. 100% recommend staying here.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Central Plaza Hotel
Room was clean and comfortable with good amenities. The hotel was excellently located very near the train station with connections to the airport and easy access to the historic centre with its shops and restaurants. Would stay here again on a return visit.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Boutique Hotel Wellenberg
The staff was friendly, we got upgraded and the room was great!
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Hotel Scheuble
Very nice hotel, super helpful staff and the location cannot be beat!!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
citizenM Zürich
Surprised to not have any cups or glasses in the room and by the lack of hotel-specific information re on-site amenities. Very chic, modern hotel with wonderful public spaces.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Rapperswil
District 8
Travelers choose District 8 for its lake views. Hop aboard the metro at Frohlichstrasse Tram Stop or Wildbachstrasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like Botanical Garden.
Seefeld
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Seefeld. Top attractions like Chinese Garden and Zurichhorn Park are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Hoschgasse Tram Stop or Frohlichstrasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Hottingen
Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Hottingen. Top attractions like Dolder Sports and Kulturama Museum of Mankind are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dolderbahn S-Bahn or Titlisstrasse S-Bahn to see more of the city.
District 2
Lake views, spas, and gardens highlight some notable features of District 2. Make a stop by FIFA World Football Museum or Tonhalle Zurich while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Morgental Tram Stop or Butzenstrasse Tram Stop to get around town.
Hochschulen
While you're in Hochschulen, take in top sights like Kunsthaus Zurich or Bellevue Square, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kunsthaus Tram Stop or Kantonsschule Tram Stop.
Niederdorf
Visitors often come to Niederdorf for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Central Library Zurich and Predigerkirche. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Rudolf-Brun-Brucke Station.
