Best Bars near Casco Viejo

Hotel Adler Zürich is a 3-star-superior hotel in the pedestrian lanes of Niederdorf, with the Swiss Chuchi restaurant on site. It works best as a central base: check in, drop your bags, and step straight into Zurich’s old town, where narrow streets, historic façades, cafés, and evening dining are all within a short walk.

Nestled in the heart of Zürich, Rainbow Bar is a lively hotspot that offers an eclectic mix of vibrant cocktails, a welcoming atmosphere, and a diverse crowd. Open daily from mid-afternoon until late, it's the perfect spot to unwind and socialize after a day of exploring the city.

Six-Bar is a compact bar and restaurant in Zurich’s Old Town, set on Rosengasse in the Niederdorf district. It suits a short stop for drinks, a light meal, or a late-evening pause between the area’s narrow lanes and historic façades. Expect an urban, social atmosphere rather than a destination dining room.

Hotel Old Town sits on Niederdorfstrasse in Zurich’s medieval core, putting you straight into the pedestrian streets of the Old Town. It is less a destination than a practical base: step outside for cafes, bars, shops, and easy walks to the main station and the Limmat. Expect compact rooms, urban noise, and a location that rewards travellers who plan to spend most of the day on foot.

Colibri Bar in Zürich is a lively spot perfect for visitors seeking a blend of vibrant nightlife and exquisite drinks. With its modern decor and welcoming ambiance, this bar is a must-visit destination for tourists looking to unwind and socialize after a day of exploring the city.

Tina Bar is a compact cocktail bar and smoking lounge in Zurich's Niederdorf district, set inside Brasserie Louis on a busy Old Town street. It draws adults looking for a seated drink rather than a scene: cocktails, wine and cigars served in a warm, old-school room with a cult local reputation. Expect an intimate, smoke-tinged stop best suited to conversation and a slower pace.

A compact boutique hotel with a sushi lounge in Zürich’s Niederdorf quarter, PLATZHIRSCH puts you in the middle of the Old Town’s narrow lanes, cafés and historic façades. The 24-room property suits short city breaks, business trips and couples who want to walk to the main station, Bahnhofstrasse and the lakeside without relying on a car.

Double-U is a straightforward bar on Badergasse in Zürich’s Niederdorf district, where narrow medieval streets funnel locals and visitors into a dense nightlife strip. Expect cocktails, beer, close-set tables, and a lively room that leans more social than polished. It suits an easy stop before dinner, a late drink, or a longer night with friends.

Züri Bar is a vibrant hotspot in Zürich, known for its lively atmosphere and exceptional cocktails. Perfect for tourists looking to unwind and enjoy the local nightlife, this bar offers a unique blend of social interaction and sophisticated drinks, making it a must-visit destination in the heart of the city.

A Zurich institution since 1955, Kon-Tiki blends bar, coffeeshop and live-music venue on Niederdorfstrasse in the Old Town. Expect an informal, slightly rough-edged interior spread over two floors, with coffee and tea by day, drinks into the night, and a programme that can include concerts, DJ sets and jam sessions. It suits adults, couples and solo travellers more than families.