Park Hyatt ZurichZurich, Switzerland

Whoever visits Zürich, whether for business or as a tourist, should not miss the Bahnhofstrasse, where is situated in the heart of Zürich. The main shopping zone is concentrated in the city center. The famous Bahnhofstrasse is walking distance from the hotel and offers elegant fashion stores, department stores, boutiques and galleries. Take advantage of Park Hyatt Zurich's "Shopping Sensation Package" which includes exclusive accommodation, healthy living breakfast for two people in the lobby lounge or via Room Service, a 20-minute shopping consultation with one of our concierges, including a welcome cocktail in the Lobby Lounge, a complimentary limousine drop-off at the shopping mile Bahnhofstrasse and assistance with shopping bags and a 30-minute foot massage per person at Club Olympus after the shopping tour. There is also a surprise gift that puts you in the mood for shopping.

The twin spires of the Grossmünster are a distinctive feature of Zurich’s cityscape. It is approximately 2 km away from the hotel.

• Zurich Grossmünster Church

The Fraumünster is well worth a visit, particularly to see the stained-glass windows by Marc Chagall. Distance from the hotel is approx. 0.7 km

The Kunsthaus art museum houses an extensive collection of works by Picasso, Degas, Chagall and Diego Giacometti, as well as a collection documenting the Dada art movement. Distance to the hotel is 1.7 km

A typical feature of Zurich is its high density of art galleries; along the Rämistrasse galleries are just a few minutes walk apart, while in the former grounds of the Löwenbrau brewery, they are even door by door. The reopening of the Cabaret Voltaire in Zurich’s Old Town - after being closed for 90 years - marked the beginning of a brand new Dada era. The "Dadahaus" with exhibitions, events and bar, as well as its small specialist lending library, is open to the public. In this vibrant cultural center, bridges are built between Dada and modern social and cultural trends. About 14 out of the 50 museums in Zurich are devoted to art.

Zurich and the surrounding region are home to the largest number of museums and exhibitions in whole Switzerland. The Kunsthaus is one of Europe's primary museums of art and host to a series of constantly changing exhibitions. Art, architecture, painting and objects of interest from the past and present: Zurich is culture!

Sunbathing and swimming in Zurich Zurich offers plenty of nice opportunities for a swim in the lake of Zurich or River Limmat. The water is among the cleanest in Europe and is perfect for swimming and sunbathing. There is the possibility of just jumping into the lake almost anywhere, but the city also has official outdoor swimming baths, many of them with facilities such as cloakrooms, toilets and kiosks. Many of them have an entrance fee, but the ones on the river are usually free. In the evening, many of them turn into lively open-air bars.

• Park Hyatt Zurich - Lake Zurich

Start your weekend in Zurich with a refreshing drink on the urban city terrace of the ONYX Bar. Our bar manager, Julio Enzler, recommends a special cocktail from the signature menu –. So for example, the specially-created "ONYX splash", consisting of ginger syrup, Italian Aperol and, orange soda and flavoured with aromatic lime leaves. Water, Alps and Zurich's Culture In the immediate vicinity of Park Hyatt Zurich , the deep blue Zurich Lake with its famous alpine view could hardly be more picturesque. In the evening we recommend a performance at the Tonhalle Zurich, which can be combined with a dinner in parkhuus restaurant. We serve the appetiser and main course before the concert, and the dessert after the performance crowns the evening. From Zurich along the "Gold Coast" to Rapperswil The best way to discover the Lake Zürich area is by taking a boat trip. The boat company offers a wide range of short and long cruises. Luxury, International Brands and trendy Zurich Labels The afternoon invites you to the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse for a stroll. Numerous luxury shops are found in this shopping paradise. Browse the latest jewellery collections and watch brands in one of the many boutiques. Pure Relaxation Relax afterwards in Club Olympus and give yourself a moment of pampering for all the senses. Local cuisine The Swiss cuisine combines German, Italian and French influences, but also has regional differences. A regional specialty is 'Züri Geschnetzeltes', a veal stew in a creamy mushroom sauce, served with 'Rösti'. The 'Zopf' is a braided white bread that is often eaten on Sundays for breakfast and 'Tirggel' are Christmas biscuits made of honey, flour, sugar and spices. Also, 'Müsli' was invented in Switzerland by Dr. Bircher. Another culinary highlight is a dinner in the elegang Lobby Lounge. In addition to a selection of classics, you can savour beauty , brain and mood food. This creative concept was developed in collaboration with the Swiss nutritionist Marianne Botta. Tips for art and culture Visit the picturesque "Schipfe," one of Zurich's oldest neighbourhoods and a wonderful place to explore. The lively city borough features historic buildings in one of the most picturesque corners of the city. The Rietberg Museum has an excellent international art exhibition and offers a wide range of events. Another highlight for art lovers are the windows designed by Marc Chagall at the Fraumünster Church. The neo-baroque opera house on the shores of Lake Zurich also offers a very special sight. Among all cultural events the following ones are the highlights of their seasons: Spring: The Spring Festival Sechseläuten in Zurich Summer: Zurich Theatre Spectacle with international theater groups Autumn: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Days with international designers Winter: Christmas Circus Conelli in the heart of Zurich Top 5 of the Zurich dialect Here is a brief overview of the most important terms in the Zurich dialect: 1. Grüezi (Hello) 2. (Uf) Widerluege (Goodbye) 3. Merci vilmal (Thanks a lot) 4. En guete (Have a nice meal) 5. Schoggi (Chocolate)

• Park Hyatt Zurich - parkhuus terrace

We invite you to join our series of Masters of Food & Wine events, interactive culinary and beverage experiences that offer area residents and visiting gourmands a chance to connect with and acquire skills from our award-winning chefs and sommeliers, professional chocolatiers, craft brew masters, local farmers, tea producers and more. The next Masters of Food & Wine Event is going to be from 23 to 28 May 2016 and from 30 September to 01 October 2016.

• Park Hyatt Zurich - Masters of Food & Wine Event