Escher Wyss, Zurich: Things to Do & Map

Centers around Escher-Wyss-Platz, with the former shipbuilding hall now serving as a theater venue for Schauspielhaus Zürich. The area is accessible via several tram lines and features Technopark Zürich, a hub for innovation and technology.

MoodsLive Music
BasilicaHookah Bar
Frau Gerolds GartenBeer Garden

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By TripSapien · Updated October 6, 2026

Top things to do in Escher Wyss

Tonhalle Maag
★ 4.5 · 2.1k
Theater
A modern concert hall in Zurich-West, known for its acoustics, industrial history, and central role in Zurich's cultural life.
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed
1 PM – 6 PM
Thu–Fri
1 PM – 8 PM
Sat
11 AM – 8 PM
Sun
11 AM – 6 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Escher Wyss

Moods
★ 4.6 · 956
Live Music· CHF 10–60
Jazz club in the Schiffbau complex, concerts on Saturdays.
Mon–Tue
7:30 PM – 12 AM
Wed
7:30 PM – 3 AM
Thu
7:30 PM – 12 AM
Fri
7:30 PM – 4 AM
Sat
7:30 PM – 4 AM
Sun
6 PM – 11 PM
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Basilica
★ 4.6 · 833
Hookah Bar· CHF 20–30
Mon–Thu
5 PM – 12 AM
Fri
5 PM – 2 AM
Sat
5 PM – 2 AM
Sun
5 PM – 12 AM
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Frau Gerolds Garten
★ 4.5 · 7.1k
Beer Garden· CHF 10–50
huge open air bar with urban gardening and little shops inside. great during summer but also offers a couple tables inside during winter
Mon–Tue
5 PM – 10 PM
Wed
11 AM – 11 PM
Thu–Fri
11 AM – 11:45 PM
Sat
11 AM – 11:45 PM
Sun
1 PM – 9 PM
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sphères
★ 4.4 · 1.6k
Bar· CHF 10–20
Airy, industrial cafe that doubles as bar & bookstore, offering events, plus coffee, snacks & beers.
Mon–Fri
8 AM – 11 PM
Sat
9 AM – 7:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7:30 PM
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Nooch Asian Kitchen
★ 4.6 · 3.2k
Asian· CHF 20–60
Colourful modern eatery with a global menu & in-house brewery, visible from the restaurant.
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Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar
★ 4.5 · 4.1k
Barbecue· CHF 40–80
American restaurant with a terrace & a laid-back vibe specializing in smoked meats & comfort food.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat
5 PM – 11:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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SOHO Zurich
★ 4.6 · 437
Restaurant
A multifunctional event venue in Zurich, offering 300m2 of flexible space for various events.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Thu
5 PM – 12 AM
Fri
5 PM – 2 AM
Sat
6 PM – 4 AM
Sun
Closed
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Helsinki
★ 4.5 · 397
Live Music
Small bar and club with nice atmosphere, especially in summer when the outdoor area is open. Live concerts most nights and safe haven for independent artists from all over Switzerland.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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The5 – Dining Experience Zurich
★ 4.7 · 194
Restaurant
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