Zurich offers hundreds of events every week – from legendary techno nights at Hive to world-class concerts at Tonhalle. WasGoht shows you all parties, concerts and cultural events on the Limmat.
Zurich – The Beating Heart of Swiss Nightlife
Switzerland's largest city is also the undisputed centre of nightlife. Whether you're looking for techno beats, live jazz, hip-hop or a relaxed drink by the lake – Zurich has the perfect venue for every taste.
Clubs & Nightlife in Zurich
The club scene is diverse and internationally renowned:
- Hive – The techno temple on Langstrasse. International DJ lineup and legendary nights until dawn.
- Zukunft – Techno and house in an industrial setting. Small, loud, unforgettable.
- Supermarket – Electronic music in the heart of Kreis 4. Regular international acts.
- Kaufleuten – The classic for house and electro. Stylish ambience in a historic building.
- X-TRA – Concerts and club nights under one roof. From indie to techno.
- Moods – The top address for jazz, soul and world music in Schiffbau.
Langstrasse is the epicentre of nightlife with clubs, bars and restaurants in close proximity. In Zurich West you'll find the more creative scene in the former industrial quarter.
Culture & Events in Zurich
Zurich is also a world-class cultural metropolis:
- Kunsthaus Zurich – One of the most important art collections in Switzerland with works from Monet to Giacometti
- Tonhalle – World-class acoustics for classical concerts and the Tonhalle Orchestra
- Zurich Opera House – Opera, ballet and concerts at the highest level
- Schauspielhaus – Avant-garde theatre and contemporary productions
- National Museum – Swiss history right next to the main station
- Cabaret Voltaire – Birthplace of Dadaism, now a cultural bar
The Street Parade makes Zurich the techno capital of the world once a year with over one million visitors. Add the Zurich Film Festival, Zurich OpenAir and the Zürcher Festspiele.
Popular Districts for Going Out
Langstrasse (Kreis 4): The legendary nightlife district. Clubs, bars and restaurants line up next to each other here. The nightlife pulses until dawn at weekends.
Zurich West (Kreis 5): The former industrial quarter has transformed into a creative hotspot. In Schiffbau, Maag Halle and around Escher-Wyss-Platz you'll find culture, gastronomy and clubs.
Niederdorf: The old town on the right bank of the Limmat. Cosy pubs, historic ambience and the perfect place for a relaxed evening.
Seefeld (Kreis 8): The elegant quarter by the lake. Smart bars, restaurants and a more relaxed crowd than Langstrasse.
Aussersihl: Rougher, more authentic and cheaper than the city centre. Here you'll find the local scene and hidden gems.
What Makes Zurich Special?
Zurich combines cosmopolitan flair with Swiss quality. In summer, locals meet at the lake and the Limmat for swimming and drinking beer. The city is compact – from elegant Seefeld to the rougher Langstrasse is just a few tram stops. This mix of elegance and subculture, of international visitors and local scene makes Zurich the most exciting place to go out in Switzerland.