What makes it 89% Solo-Friendly: A solo visitor can safely stroll the car-free boulevard, window-shop top brands, sit at cafés, and hop trams, so varied activities and excellent public transport earn a high score.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Enough time to stroll, browse shop windows, and enjoy a coffee break at your own pace.
Window-shopping along Bahnhofstrasse:
Walk the 1.3 km boulevard from Hauptbahnhof to Bürkliplatz and admire designer store displays.
Tip: Start at the station and walk south to catch the progression of shop styles.
People-watching at Paradeplatz:
Sit near the tram junction and observe Zurich’s daily rhythm.
Tip: Grab a takeaway coffee from a nearby café and settle in for 15–20 minutes.
Visit Uhrenmuseum Beyer:
Explore the private collection of clocks and watches in the basement of Beyer Watches & Jewellery at Bahnhofstrasse 31.
Tip: Use the free iPad audio guide to learn about highlights in English.
Take a mini lake cruise:
Board at Bürkliplatz for a 30–60 minute boat tour on Lake Zurich.
Tip: Buy tickets online in advance to secure your spot during peak season.

Armin-Rafael Zdroba-Fisteag
Definitely a great (and crowded) street to see. It's the main shopping avenue of the city - the Mariahilfer Straße of Zürich I say (as a long-time Vienna resident). I really only bought a souvenir at one of these shops here and then went into the Old Town. Man, what a beauty. I miss Zürich.
qlv assoc
A main street outside of Zurich HB train hub where shops, department stores lined up on both sides. There is a tram line running along the street. Within a walking distance radius of 30-45 minutes, there are several landmarks of churches, museums, brand-name stores, parks/playgrounds, several bridges crossing rivers.
Ana Clara Soares Holanda
Beautiful and there are several luxury shops where prices are very high.
Graeme Lynch
Considered one of the most expensive retail streets in the world we decided to have a look not long after arriving in Zurich. After deciding against a 2 grand backpack we strolled around before making a sharp exit. Well worth a visit. And if you have money you burn and would rather spend it on extravagant purchases than helping people then this is the place for you.
Pavithra Ravishankar
Nice to walk along the street with all high end brands, top tier private banks, chocolate and accessory shops. Of course lots of restaurants and bars too!
In winter, enjoy festive lights and window displays after dark; in summer, pause at outdoor café terraces under plane trees.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Tram single ticket | CHF 2.7 |
| Coffee and Luxemburgerli | CHF 10 |
| Uhrenmuseum Beyer ticket | CHF 10 |
| Mini lake cruise ticket | CHF 14.4 |
| Total Estimated | CHF 37.1 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Bahnhofstrasse, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
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