Zurich Town Hall

The Zurich town hall is a 700-year-old structural masterpiece, combining Baroque and Renaissance architectural styles. Sitting over the bank of the Limmat River, Zurich's Town Hall displays different pieces of art that tell the story of the city's political development.

Zurich town hall is the focal point of administrative activity in the city, as it houses legislative chambers, cantonal parliaments, and the city's parliament; however, it acts as the major tourist destination of the city. This three-story building offers a typical architectural aesthetic with its soaring ceilings, artful paintings, and modest interiors. A monumental arched facade and reliefs enhance the charm of the building. The rooms of the town hall are ornamented with majestic chandeliers, excellent fretwork, and ceramic stoves. Its gorgeousness is enhanced with red and golden floral motifs on the ceilings, making it appear like a typical Zurich palace rather than an administrative building.