Zurich Souvenir Shopping (Self Guided), Zurich

Zurich has no shortage of tourists, and when it comes to souvenirs, there are plenty of options available.

A popular saying goes, "When in Zurich, shop on Bahnhofstrasse." True, in terms of souvenir shopping, this thoroughfare is second to none. Another saying is that “When in Switzerland, buy Swiss-made products.”

Alongside many other things, Bahnhofstrasse is home to high-end stores specializing in Swiss watches ("the epitome of precision and quality") and other luxury goods. Prime amongst them is the department store Manor, offering a wide range of Swiss merchandise.

Also, on Bahnhofstrasse, there are multiple other locations where you can find traditional souvenirs like cowbells and embroidered textiles. For the latter, in particular, head for Schweizer Heimatwerk; this handicraft shop carries a wide stock of traditional textiles, wooden toys, and hand-painted ceramics.

If you're looking for something truly unique, like handmade or vintage items, you can visit the Niederdorf area. This trendy and bohemian part of town is known for its independent boutiques and quirky gift shops. One such is called Teddy's Souvenir Shop, and the other is Schweizer Heimatwerk; both are worthy of checking out.

And if there is a strong “sweet tooth” calling back home, head straight to Confiserie Sprüngli whose delicious chocolates are known to calm such down with ease. But then again, some people can never have enough Swiss chocolate...

Note: If you haven't bought a Swiss Army Knife, a question may arise: “Have you ever been to Switzerland?" To answer it positively, stop by Dolmetsch 1291 at Limmatquai, offering a wide range of Swiss Army knives to choose from.

Certainly, it would be a shame to leave Zurich without exploring its specialty shops and buying something memorable. The compiled here list of locations will help you with the task and make sure you bring home a gift or two.