Zurich Shopping
The main shopping area is near the train station. Stroll down the 'Bahnhofstrasse' shopping street towards 'Paradeplatz' and the lake. The Niederdorf on the left side of the river has cheaper places to shop and eat and fun to wander through the narrow lanes and view houses dating back to the 14th century.
Bahnhofstrasse
The Bahnhofstrasse starts at the station "Hauptbahnhof” and goes down to the lake. One of the most exclusive and expensive shopping streets in the world with diamond rings, chocolate, fur coats, accessories, porcelain, jewellery, watches, banks, pastry shops and many exclusive brands. Lots of department stores, banks, tearooms and restaurants.
Niederdorf
The Old Part of Zurich from " Bellevue " by Lake Zurich to "Central" across the river from the station. Many trendy clothes stores in the Niederdorf. At night the many bars, restaurants and street artists make Niederdorf an exciting centre of entertainment.
Löwenstrasse
Running west of Bahnhofstrasse from the main train station with a lower range of shops and Migros, a department store.
Fleamarket
The Flohmarkt at Bürkliplatz, near the Stadelhofen station operates every Saturday from 6 to 15:30 from May-October.
Electricity
The current is 220 volts and uses the round three pin type but also accepts the rounded two pin plug.
Language
German is the main language for Zurich.
Money
The Swiss Franc is the main currency but the Euro is all accepted in most places but the exchange rate may be poor. ATMs are widespread with using the Cirrus or Maestro system. Banks are open Monday to Friday.
Time
Zurich is one hour ahead of GMT in the winter and two hours ahead in the summer.
Tipping
A 15% service charge is normally included in all hotel, taxi, bar and restaurant bills and no extra tipping is needed.
Safety
Zurich has a low crime rate and generally safe country but still look out for pickpockets. Public Transportation is very safe.
Telephone
The international country dialling code for Switzerland is 41 and the outgoing code is 00. Mobile phone GSM 1800 and 900 networks operate throughout the country.
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