How safe is Switzerland & Zurich at 10 PM?
A traveler is arriving in Zurich by train late at night, around 10 PM, and is concerned about safety. They seek reassurance and advice on whether it is safe to navigate the area at that time, especially near the train station.
- Zurich's main train station is quite busy and safe even late at night; you should feel comfortable walking in the areas near the station.
- Be cautious with your luggage as you would in any major city, but Zurich is generally safe for tourists.
- Avoid the public park north of the station at night, as it's known to be less safe, especially for novices.
- Consider using public transport or taxis to reach your hotel safely after your arrival.
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Hello-we will be arriving in Zurich by train late night around 10pm, is that safe. Pls advise, thanks,
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Hi adeb1950:
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<“Hello-we will be arriving in Zurich by train late night around 10pm, is that safe. “>>
Yes. The station itself and region of the town near the river, and in the old town on both sides of the river near the station is quite safe, much safer than some of the areas, for example, near Antwerp station in Belgium, stations in many southern European cites, or some parts of New York City. Even at that time, the station will be quite busy.
Due north of the station ( check a map) is a public park on the land between the River Sihl and the River Limmat, behind the large museum.
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At various times, that has been a place to avoid at night. There should be no reason for you to go there at night, because there are no hotels there.
As with all modern cities, you will want to to be careful with your luggage, and even very safe Switzerland has some areas that are not good for a novice tourist at night.
Public transport, or an expensive taxi can get you to your hotel, and many in the regions near to the station are very safe to walk to.
Where are you staying in Zürich? A specific location would allow better comment. Are you going onward from Zürich that night?
Slowpoke
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