I was in Zürich for a very short time. Had a 7 hour layover, so we decided to check out the city…read morecenter for a while. Mainly just walking around, exploring the side streets, grabbing a bite to eat. When we came across the Platzspitz Promenade, we decided to check it out for hell of it and it didn't seem so bad, considering there were some parts of the city that seemed a little sketchy. But it was during the month of May so everything was pretty lush and the weather was pretty decent for that time of year. It was mainly just something to check out while seeing what the city was about. When it came to potentially getting souvenirs though, a lot of the stores were expensive, so we opted out of that one.

I think this place used to be called needlepoint park because of all the junkies. But that time is…read morenow gone, and it's nice for a stroll by the river and museum. I like looking at ths swans swimming in the river. I came for a free jazz concert last weekend with some friends, and it attracted a small crowd of people hanging out on the grass in the dark. I'm not particularly fond of jazz, but it was still interesting to check out a live band.

We frequented Glattpark everyday for our 3 week stay! It's a very enjoyable spot for all walks of…read morelife. The dog we were taking care of got to enjoy the vast grass fields! We also thought it was nice that there were fire pits surrounding the outside so you can come grill on your downtime! Also available are ashtrays for the grass & a workout station. You have something for everyone. Even people enjoying swimming in the canal, playing basketball, or table tennis. It's a lovely spot to give you that slower, local style of living.

Really a lovely, lovely area (ignoring the construction equipment). Wonderful walking trails. Easy…read moreaccess to several tram lines. A Spar and Aldi within a 10 minute walk. Just perfect for a temporary landing spot before finding a permanent residence in Zurich. Very expat friendly. Very kid friendly. Only drawback is the proximity to the city. Too far.

Very good. The days are still cool enough to enjoy them fully, but good for these times.read more

Floating downstream, walking back up, floating downstream, walking back up, floating downstream…read more.. and going for a Cervelat and and Apfelwein. Pretty awesome way to spend a summer afternoon, if you ask me. The swimming stretch is quick-flowing, often lifeguarded, and has several ladders; during nice days, expect to deal with people hanging out on the ladders, trying to decide if they want a dip or not. It's totally fair game to bypass them and jump in. (And if that's your style, there's a rope swing on the opposite shore). The playground has both water and dry sections for the 2-to-8 crowd; the climbing structures are all pretty small, so more adventurous kids may be happier swimming. The buildings in the center of the island have an outdoor restaurant, plus bathrooms and warm showers. In the middle of the island, there's a run-of-the-river hydro plant --- good if you like crashing water. More impressive falls are on the south-east corner. One thing to know ahead of time: The western third of the island is a de facto nude area, predominantly male and frequently gay. Everyone's pretty mellow, but it does make for a marked transition just past the powerplant.

This place is quite a gem, and I'm so grateful it's free!…read more My sister and I are half Chinese, and my niece is 1/4 Chinese, so we felt right at home here hahaha. It genuinely reminded us of gardens and temples we've visited in Hong Kong, and it felt surprisingly authentic. Kudos to everyone who designed and created such a beautiful space! We had a really nice, leisurely walk around the garden. I especially loved the pond and the rocks you can actually walk across. The whole place felt very peaceful and zen -- peaceful enough that my sister even breastfed my niece here! You can easily make this a quick stop if you're just passing through, or take your time walking around, sitting down, and enjoying a little moment of reflection. Either way, it's definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!

This place is a total five star. A quiet oasis of delicate gardening in the main waterfront park of…read moreZurich. Well maintained and filed with beautiful plants. Meander along the path and stop at several locations installed to offer a place to reflect and pray or just think. Super picture opportunities and best of all the cost is FREE. A perfect way to change the scenery and your mindset. Enjoy.

If you are relatively new to Zurich, it might be tough at times to recognize which river is which…read more So let's start sorting through the confusion by pointing out which body of water is technically NOT a river, but a canal that was used as the outer moat outside the Zurich city walls starting in 1642: the Schanzengraben. The easiest place to spot it is just off Bürkliplatz, to the left of the Bar Au Lac, and that's where I'd recommend beginning your walk. Walking alongside the canal, you will likely be surprised at how quickly the noise starts fading, even though you are in the middle of the city. And don't worry if you cannot recognize your surroundings - you are still in the center of Zurich, I promise! Walking along the Schanzengraben's zig-zag course you will cross Dreikönigstrasse, Bleicherweg, Gartenstrasse...When you get to the Selnau Bridge, you may choose to take a break to check out the Old Botanic Garden, or keep walking past it. Right past the Old Botanic Garden is where you can see the old Zurich walls that the Schanzengraben was created to protect. Shortly after you will find an old "Männerbad" (men's bathing house) which is still in operation; by night it turns into the Rimini Bar (and then it's open to everyone!). Right next to it there is a charming old windmill. Keep walking 10 more minutes, and you will get to a spot you will likely recognize: right behind the Migros City, where you might have even stopped to eat your lunch now and again. Just 100 meters or so beyond that point the Schanzengraben ends, by joining the Sihl river. The whole walk could be done in 35-40 minutes, but it's much nicer to take your time and enjoy the peace quiet and a few hidden spots you may not have noticed from the main streets :-) It's a charming walk and I would especially recommend it in late spring and early fall, when it's all green and in bloom around the canal.