Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Zurich Exhibition Hall.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Explore the Zurich Exhibition Hall, a hub of innovation and culture in the heart of Zurich, showcasing vibrant trade fairs and artistic exhibitions.
The Zurich Exhibition Hall is a sprawling venue that hosts a variety of exhibitions, trade fairs, and cultural events, offering an exciting glimpse into the heart of Switzerland's vibrant trade and art scene. Whether you're a business traveler or a casual tourist, this venue is a must-visit.
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Zurich Exhibition Hall.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Train
From Lucerne's main train station (Bahnhof Luzern), take a train towards Zürich HB (main station). The journey takes about 50 minutes. Once you arrive at Zürich HB, exit the train and follow the signs to the S-Bahn (suburban train) platform. Take the S-Bahn line S2 towards Zürich Flughafen and get off at the station called 'Zürich Hardbrücke'. From there, transfer to tram line 4 towards 'Zürich, Bahnhofquai/HB' and get off at 'Zürich, Messe/Hallenstadion'. The Zurich Exhibition Hall (Messe Zürich) is a short walk from the tram stop.
Bus
From Lucerne's main bus station, take the PostBus service to Zürich. This direct route takes about 1 hour. Once you arrive at Zürich central bus station (Zürich Central), walk for about 10 minutes to get to Zürich HB (main train station). From there, follow the directions for the train option above to reach the Zurich Exhibition Hall.
Boat
Start at Lucerne's boat dock. Take a boat on Lake Lucerne to get to the nearest docking point at Zürich. The boat ride takes around 2 hours. Once you arrive at Zürich, you can walk to the train station (Zürich HB). From there, follow the train option to get to the Zurich Exhibition Hall.
Tram/Walking
If you are already in Zürich, you can take tram line 4 from the city center (e.g., from 'Zürich, Bellevue' tram stop) towards 'Zürich, Bahnhofquai/HB'. Get off at 'Zürich, Messe/Hallenstadion'. The Zurich Exhibition Hall is just a short walk from the tram stop.
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