Bahnhofstrasse

Bahnhofstrasse in Zurich, which has been dubbed one of the most expensive shopping avenues in the world, can easily compete with its counterparts in New York, Hong Kong, Paris, and London. Blue-and-white trams whisk shoppers along this mile-long and mainly car-free stretch between the main train station and the lake. Bahnhofstrasse is where the affluent shop for designer clothing and gold watches. However, it also finds a fair share of the general populace, all in awe of the shopping extravaganza. A little park separates Bahnhofstrasse from the elegant department stores Jelmoli and Globus, all of which are worth a visit. Numerous restaurants and cafes feature outdoor seating, ideal for observing fellow shoppers.