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Albrecht-Schlandaumlpfer
Zurich
For about a century, well-heeled Swiss have come here for access to upscale table and bed linens, some of it richly embroidered in places including Sankt Gallen and Appenzell. The venue is plush and the merchandise includes the kind of densely woven high-end consumer goods that evoke the haute bourgeoisie of central Europe even after the goods have been unwrapped, used repeatedly, and laundered.For about a century, well-heeled Swiss have come here for
Andy-Jllien
Zurich
This is the quintessential boutique, with a carefully chosen but limited inventory of shoes that appeal to fashion-conscious women.This is the quintessential boutique, with a carefully chosen but
Bally-Capitol
Zurich
This is the place to buy Bally shoes. The prominently situated store is the world's largest official outlet of this famous Swiss chain. The store carries the complete line, along with accessories and clothing for men, women, and children.This is the place to buy Bally shoes. The prominently
Beyer
Zurich
If you have your heart set on buying a timepiece in Zurich, try this well-established store midway between the train station and the lake. Besides carrying just about every famous brand of watch made in Switzerland -- Rolex, Corum, Cartier, and Patke Philippe -- it also has a museum in the basement, containing timepieces from as early as 1400 B.C. Exhibitions include all kinds of water clocks, sundials, and hourglasses.If you have your heart set on buying a timepiece
Bucherer
Zurich
A longtime name in the Swiss watch industry, this store also carries an impressive collection of jewelry. Some of the most famous names in watchmaking are represented in their latest offerings, including Chopard, Rado, and Rolex.A longtime name in the Swiss watch industry, this store
Distillerie-zur-Schnapsboutique
Zurich
The light within this small and aromatic shop seems to shimmer in tones of honey and amber, thanks to the oversized, balloon-shaped glass decanters which nestle side by side within specially designed wooden racks. Each is filled to the brim with various vintages of schnapps from local distillers, sherry from selected bodegas throughout Spain, and rare plum wines from Japan. A staff member will advise you of what you're seeing (and smelling) here, but if you think you can plunk down some money and walk out with a bottle, think again, since it gets more complicated than that. Before your liqueur of choice is decanted, you'll have to select, and pay for, a container. These range from the utilitarian and relatively ordinary -- a glorified milk bottle with a cap, for example, for 2.90F ($2.40/£1.20) -- to high-tech, labor-intensive crystal decanters priced at around 180F ($148/£77) each. The contents of your decanter, depending on the vintage and its age, begin at around 30F ($25/£13) and can go up to ten times that amount. This is liquor as it was sold several generations ago, within a venue that we were told is now unique within SwitzerlandThe light within this small and aromatic shop seems to
Freitag-Shop-Zurich
Zurich
Set within a drab and shadowy neighborhood of Zurich West, and flanked with roaring traffic ramps and overpasses, this shop achieved fame and notoriety throughout Switzerland, thanks to a physical plant that's composed of 17 seagoing containers piled to a height of 85 feet. In Zurich, it ranks as a tall building. Inside, you'll find the entire line of backpacks, wallets, bike saddlebags, dopp kits, wallets, and duffel bags for which Freitag, within counter-culture fashion accessories for the young and the restless, is famous. Many of the goods sold here are crafted from colorful scraps of canvas, and some have been singled out by Manhattan's Museum of Modern Art for the integrity and originality of their designs.Set within a drab and shadowy neighborhood of Zurich West,
Graziella
Zurich
Graziella's inventory of shoes comes from throughout Europe. There's everything from sensible oxfords to the kind of flimsy but oh-so-attractive footwear a woman might wear to a Hollywood premier or a glamorous casino.Graziella's inventory of shoes comes from throughout Europe. There's everything
Grieder-les-Boutiques
Zurich
This is one of the best department stores in Switzerland, offering both ready-to-wear and couture by such designers as Valentino, Dior, Escada, and Montana. The store fills two floors of a stone building on Zurich's most fashionable commercial street, where the salespeople tend to be bilingual and formidably well dressed. The accessories, including purses, scarves, and leather goods, are well selected. There's a wide choice of shoes -- many Swiss-made -- for both men and women, plus a good men's department.This is one of the best department stores in Switzerland,
Jelmoli-Department-Store
Zurich
This Zurich institution has everything a large department store should have, from cookware to clothing. Founded more than 150 years ago by the Ticino-born entrepreneur Johann Peter Jelmoli, the store is a legend in the Zurich business community.This Zurich institution has everything a large department store should
Landoumlwenbrandaumlu
Zurich
We (along with most of our readers) realize that Löwenbräu is the name of a widely sought after brand of beer, but when it comes to art and art galleries within the rapidly-emerging neighborhood of Zurich West, it takes on another meaning completely. Massively built of red brick around 1900 as a brewery by the you-know-who company, its fortress-like interior was radically transformed a few years ago into one of the biggest art exhibition spaces in town -- an ugly, industrial-looking mixed-use showplace for both publicly funded museums and privately owned art galleries where artworks are for sale. Of the six or seven private art galleries inside, one of the most impressive is Daros Exhibitions (tel. 044/447-70-00), whose works are about as cutting-edge as they come. Also on-site, and funded by a chain of local grocery stores, is the Migros Museum for Contemporary Art (tel. 044/277-20-50). The best way to decipher the various venues within this place involves tramping through its maze of labyrinthine corridors and stairwells. Tip: Avoid the place on Monday, when virtually everything inside this sprawling place is closed.We (along with most of our readers) realize that Löwenbräu
Le-Mouton-a-Cinq-Pattes
Zurich
This is the Zurich branch of a well-known Paris-based discount outlet for high-end fashion for men and women. It maintains direct pipelines to upscale manufacturers including Moschino, Issey Miyake, Thierry Mügler, Cerrutti 1881, Armani, Versace, Gucci, Cavalli, and -- for the very youthful-looking -- Exte. Unless you're a very tall, very muscular, or very bulky man, the store will probably have something to fit you. Ask the multilingual staff for help. They're genuinely charming and willing to help.This is the Zurich branch of a well-known Paris-based discount
Leder-Locher
Zurich
Established 150 years ago, this venerable leather store has maintained high standards despite the changing tides of fashion throughout the years. Its inventory includes handbags, purses, wallets, suitcases, garment bags, and an unusual collection of small but charming gift items and accessories. The store maintains another branch at Bahnhofstrasse 91.Established 150 years ago, this venerable leather store has maintained
Les-Ambassadeurs
Zurich
Benefiting from a stylish location on the city's most prestigious shopping street, this well-known jeweler sells gemstones and such watches as Breitling, Cartier, Longines, Omega, and Constantin. Also featured are the baubles of Italian jeweler Mandredi and the Cleopatra line.Benefiting from a stylish location on the city's most prestigious
Mandaumldler
Zurich
Stephanie Mädler and her family have owned this leather-goods shop since 1951. The store, which specializes in leather bags, wallets, and suitcases, has a massively stocked second floor.Stephanie Mädler and her family have owned this leather-goods shop
Meister-Silber
Zurich
This elite shop, on prestigious Paradeplatz in the center of Zurich, has one of the widest selections of gift items in Switzerland. The prices are high but reasonable, considering that every article is either exquisitely handcrafted or comes from producers internationally known for quality and fine design.This elite shop, on prestigious Paradeplatz in the center of
Modeshaus-Feldpausch
Zurich
Spread across four floors, this outlet is devoted mainly to women's wear. With some of the deepest discounts available in the basement, inventories include designs from fashion moguls Mark Kane, Hugo Boss, Orvell, and Akris. On the street level they sell casual wear along with a selection of clothing for young women. On the next level is the house's selection of designer clothing, with cocktail dresses and ensembles on the floor above. Check for sales in late summer and late winter.Spread across four floors, this outlet is devoted mainly to
Musik-Hug
Zurich
This is the largest branch of the best music chain in Switzerland. Conveniently located in the center of Zurich, it stocks thousands of CDs, and even some tapes, from around the world and has a helpful staff. Its selection of Swiss folkloric music, classical recordings, and modern jazz is especially rich and varied.This is the largest branch of the best music chain
Orell-Fanduumlssli
Zurich
Zurich's premier book department store stocks a large inventory of German- and English-language books. In addition to books on Switzerland, you'll find everything from the latest novels to your favorite classics, as well as many contemporary nonfiction titles on every subject.Zurich's premier book department store stocks a large inventory of
Parfumerie-Schindler
Zurich
This store on the Paradeplatz is devoted exclusively to one of the city's most comprehensive selections of perfumes and fragrances. If you can name it, this store will probably have it.This store on the Paradeplatz is devoted exclusively to one
Schweizer-Heimatwerk
Zurich
In 1930, in an effort to help economically distressed areas, a nonprofit society, Schweizer Heimatwerk, was created to keep traditional crafts alive. Today, Heimatwerk shops sell only items designed and made in Switzerland, most of them handcrafted. Items include copperware, ceramics, woodcarvings, ironwork, jewelry, toys, nave paintings, crystal, tinware, baskets, music boxes, and paper-cutout pictures. Puzzles, games, puppets, even a Noah's ark with its carved wooden animals, are sold here as well. The headquarters shop and four other outlets of Schweizer Heimatwerk are in Zurich. The prices range from reasonable to expensive. Other branches are at Bahnhofstrasse 2, at Rennweg 14, at the Hauptbahnhof, and at the Zurich airport in Transit Halls A and B.In 1930, in an effort to help economically distressed areas,
Spitzenhaus
Zurich
An air of old-fashioned charm permeates this store specializing in carefully crafted linens, cottons, and silks for the dining table. Most of the linen comes from Bern and Zurich (both specialists in linen), while most of the lace is handmade in either St. Gallen or Appenzell. The place also sells embroidered blouses and table scarves.An air of old-fashioned charm permeates this store specializing in
Spranduumlngli
Zurich
In a country famous for its chocolates, Sprüngli is the most famous chocolatier, although we still consider it second best to Teuscher. The inventory of virtually everything dark and \"meltable in your mouth\" is featured at this temple to chocolate. Adjacent to the store, you'll find a coffee shop, a small restaurant with a limited menu, and a room exclusively for mailing your next high-caloric gifts to friends and family abroad. Additional outlets of Sprüngli are located at Bahnhofstrasse 67, Löwenplatz, Stadelhoferplatz, and, to tempt last-minute buyers, the Zurich International Airport.In a country famous for its chocolates, Sprüngli is the
Stefi-Talman
Zurich
Some of the most whimsical and festive shoes in Zurich are designed by this store's namesake, many of them in electric tones of blood red, purple, pink, and apple green. The darling of the Swiss fashion media, Ms. Talman and her works are widely publicized. Only shoes for women, and sometimes the purses and bags that accompany them, are available.Some of the most whimsical and festive shoes in Zurich
Sturzenegger
Zurich
This century-old, wood-paneled store is a good place to buy all kinds of delicate hand-embroidered items, including Swiss-made lace. Several rooms contain a variety of intricately patterned tablecloths, place mats, doilies, and napkins. Also sold are blouses, handkerchiefs, shawls, scarves, and children's frocks. Upstairs is a large assortment of nightgowns, pajamas, and women's lingerie.This century-old, wood-paneled store is a good place to buy
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Albrecht-Schlandaumlpfer
Zurich
For about a century, well-heeled Swiss have come here for access to upscale table and bed linens, some of it richly embroidered in places including Sankt Gallen and Appenzell. The venue is plush and the merchandise includes the kind of densely woven high-end consumer goods that evoke the haute bourgeoisie of central Europe even after the goods have been unwrapped, used repeatedly, and laundered.For about a century, well-heeled Swiss have come here for
Andy-Jllien
Zurich
This is the quintessential boutique, with a carefully chosen but limited inventory of shoes that appeal to fashion-conscious women.This is the quintessential boutique, with a carefully chosen but
Bally-Capitol
Zurich
This is the place to buy Bally shoes. The prominently situated store is the world's largest official outlet of this famous Swiss chain. The store carries the complete line, along with accessories and clothing for men, women, and children.This is the place to buy Bally shoes. The prominently
Beyer
Zurich
If you have your heart set on buying a timepiece in Zurich, try this well-established store midway between the train station and the lake. Besides carrying just about every famous brand of watch made in Switzerland -- Rolex, Corum, Cartier, and Patke Philippe -- it also has a museum in the basement, containing timepieces from as early as 1400 B.C. Exhibitions include all kinds of water clocks, sundials, and hourglasses.If you have your heart set on buying a timepiece
Bucherer
Zurich
A longtime name in the Swiss watch industry, this store also carries an impressive collection of jewelry. Some of the most famous names in watchmaking are represented in their latest offerings, including Chopard, Rado, and Rolex.A longtime name in the Swiss watch industry, this store
Distillerie-zur-Schnapsboutique
Zurich
The light within this small and aromatic shop seems to shimmer in tones of honey and amber, thanks to the oversized, balloon-shaped glass decanters which nestle side by side within specially designed wooden racks. Each is filled to the brim with various vintages of schnapps from local distillers, sherry from selected bodegas throughout Spain, and rare plum wines from Japan. A staff member will advise you of what you're seeing (and smelling) here, but if you think you can plunk down some money and walk out with a bottle, think again, since it gets more complicated than that. Before your liqueur of choice is decanted, you'll have to select, and pay for, a container. These range from the utilitarian and relatively ordinary -- a glorified milk bottle with a cap, for example, for 2.90F ($2.40/£1.20) -- to high-tech, labor-intensive crystal decanters priced at around 180F ($148/£77) each. The contents of your decanter, depending on the vintage and its age, begin at around 30F ($25/£13) and can go up to ten times that amount. This is liquor as it was sold several generations ago, within a venue that we were told is now unique within SwitzerlandThe light within this small and aromatic shop seems to
Freitag-Shop-Zurich
Zurich
Set within a drab and shadowy neighborhood of Zurich West, and flanked with roaring traffic ramps and overpasses, this shop achieved fame and notoriety throughout Switzerland, thanks to a physical plant that's composed of 17 seagoing containers piled to a height of 85 feet. In Zurich, it ranks as a tall building. Inside, you'll find the entire line of backpacks, wallets, bike saddlebags, dopp kits, wallets, and duffel bags for which Freitag, within counter-culture fashion accessories for the young and the restless, is famous. Many of the goods sold here are crafted from colorful scraps of canvas, and some have been singled out by Manhattan's Museum of Modern Art for the integrity and originality of their designs.Set within a drab and shadowy neighborhood of Zurich West,
Graziella
Zurich
Graziella's inventory of shoes comes from throughout Europe. There's everything from sensible oxfords to the kind of flimsy but oh-so-attractive footwear a woman might wear to a Hollywood premier or a glamorous casino.Graziella's inventory of shoes comes from throughout Europe. There's everything
Grieder-les-Boutiques
Zurich
This is one of the best department stores in Switzerland, offering both ready-to-wear and couture by such designers as Valentino, Dior, Escada, and Montana. The store fills two floors of a stone building on Zurich's most fashionable commercial street, where the salespeople tend to be bilingual and formidably well dressed. The accessories, including purses, scarves, and leather goods, are well selected. There's a wide choice of shoes -- many Swiss-made -- for both men and women, plus a good men's department.This is one of the best department stores in Switzerland,
Jelmoli-Department-Store
Zurich
This Zurich institution has everything a large department store should have, from cookware to clothing. Founded more than 150 years ago by the Ticino-born entrepreneur Johann Peter Jelmoli, the store is a legend in the Zurich business community.This Zurich institution has everything a large department store should
Landoumlwenbrandaumlu
Zurich
We (along with most of our readers) realize that Löwenbräu is the name of a widely sought after brand of beer, but when it comes to art and art galleries within the rapidly-emerging neighborhood of Zurich West, it takes on another meaning completely. Massively built of red brick around 1900 as a brewery by the you-know-who company, its fortress-like interior was radically transformed a few years ago into one of the biggest art exhibition spaces in town -- an ugly, industrial-looking mixed-use showplace for both publicly funded museums and privately owned art galleries where artworks are for sale. Of the six or seven private art galleries inside, one of the most impressive is Daros Exhibitions (tel. 044/447-70-00), whose works are about as cutting-edge as they come. Also on-site, and funded by a chain of local grocery stores, is the Migros Museum for Contemporary Art (tel. 044/277-20-50). The best way to decipher the various venues within this place involves tramping through its maze of labyrinthine corridors and stairwells. Tip: Avoid the place on Monday, when virtually everything inside this sprawling place is closed.We (along with most of our readers) realize that Löwenbräu
Le-Mouton-a-Cinq-Pattes
Zurich
This is the Zurich branch of a well-known Paris-based discount outlet for high-end fashion for men and women. It maintains direct pipelines to upscale manufacturers including Moschino, Issey Miyake, Thierry Mügler, Cerrutti 1881, Armani, Versace, Gucci, Cavalli, and -- for the very youthful-looking -- Exte. Unless you're a very tall, very muscular, or very bulky man, the store will probably have something to fit you. Ask the multilingual staff for help. They're genuinely charming and willing to help.This is the Zurich branch of a well-known Paris-based discount
Leder-Locher
Zurich
Established 150 years ago, this venerable leather store has maintained high standards despite the changing tides of fashion throughout the years. Its inventory includes handbags, purses, wallets, suitcases, garment bags, and an unusual collection of small but charming gift items and accessories. The store maintains another branch at Bahnhofstrasse 91.Established 150 years ago, this venerable leather store has maintained
Les-Ambassadeurs
Zurich
Benefiting from a stylish location on the city's most prestigious shopping street, this well-known jeweler sells gemstones and such watches as Breitling, Cartier, Longines, Omega, and Constantin. Also featured are the baubles of Italian jeweler Mandredi and the Cleopatra line.Benefiting from a stylish location on the city's most prestigious
Mandaumldler
Zurich
Stephanie Mädler and her family have owned this leather-goods shop since 1951. The store, which specializes in leather bags, wallets, and suitcases, has a massively stocked second floor.Stephanie Mädler and her family have owned this leather-goods shop
Meister-Silber
Zurich
This elite shop, on prestigious Paradeplatz in the center of Zurich, has one of the widest selections of gift items in Switzerland. The prices are high but reasonable, considering that every article is either exquisitely handcrafted or comes from producers internationally known for quality and fine design.This elite shop, on prestigious Paradeplatz in the center of
Modeshaus-Feldpausch
Zurich
Spread across four floors, this outlet is devoted mainly to women's wear. With some of the deepest discounts available in the basement, inventories include designs from fashion moguls Mark Kane, Hugo Boss, Orvell, and Akris. On the street level they sell casual wear along with a selection of clothing for young women. On the next level is the house's selection of designer clothing, with cocktail dresses and ensembles on the floor above. Check for sales in late summer and late winter.Spread across four floors, this outlet is devoted mainly to
Musik-Hug
Zurich
This is the largest branch of the best music chain in Switzerland. Conveniently located in the center of Zurich, it stocks thousands of CDs, and even some tapes, from around the world and has a helpful staff. Its selection of Swiss folkloric music, classical recordings, and modern jazz is especially rich and varied.This is the largest branch of the best music chain
Orell-Fanduumlssli
Zurich
Zurich's premier book department store stocks a large inventory of German- and English-language books. In addition to books on Switzerland, you'll find everything from the latest novels to your favorite classics, as well as many contemporary nonfiction titles on every subject.Zurich's premier book department store stocks a large inventory of
Parfumerie-Schindler
Zurich
This store on the Paradeplatz is devoted exclusively to one of the city's most comprehensive selections of perfumes and fragrances. If you can name it, this store will probably have it.This store on the Paradeplatz is devoted exclusively to one
Schweizer-Heimatwerk
Zurich
In 1930, in an effort to help economically distressed areas, a nonprofit society, Schweizer Heimatwerk, was created to keep traditional crafts alive. Today, Heimatwerk shops sell only items designed and made in Switzerland, most of them handcrafted. Items include copperware, ceramics, woodcarvings, ironwork, jewelry, toys, nave paintings, crystal, tinware, baskets, music boxes, and paper-cutout pictures. Puzzles, games, puppets, even a Noah's ark with its carved wooden animals, are sold here as well. The headquarters shop and four other outlets of Schweizer Heimatwerk are in Zurich. The prices range from reasonable to expensive. Other branches are at Bahnhofstrasse 2, at Rennweg 14, at the Hauptbahnhof, and at the Zurich airport in Transit Halls A and B.In 1930, in an effort to help economically distressed areas,
Spitzenhaus
Zurich
An air of old-fashioned charm permeates this store specializing in carefully crafted linens, cottons, and silks for the dining table. Most of the linen comes from Bern and Zurich (both specialists in linen), while most of the lace is handmade in either St. Gallen or Appenzell. The place also sells embroidered blouses and table scarves.An air of old-fashioned charm permeates this store specializing in
Spranduumlngli
Zurich
In a country famous for its chocolates, Sprüngli is the most famous chocolatier, although we still consider it second best to Teuscher. The inventory of virtually everything dark and \"meltable in your mouth\" is featured at this temple to chocolate. Adjacent to the store, you'll find a coffee shop, a small restaurant with a limited menu, and a room exclusively for mailing your next high-caloric gifts to friends and family abroad. Additional outlets of Sprüngli are located at Bahnhofstrasse 67, Löwenplatz, Stadelhoferplatz, and, to tempt last-minute buyers, the Zurich International Airport.In a country famous for its chocolates, Sprüngli is the
Stefi-Talman
Zurich
Some of the most whimsical and festive shoes in Zurich are designed by this store's namesake, many of them in electric tones of blood red, purple, pink, and apple green. The darling of the Swiss fashion media, Ms. Talman and her works are widely publicized. Only shoes for women, and sometimes the purses and bags that accompany them, are available.Some of the most whimsical and festive shoes in Zurich
Sturzenegger
Zurich
This century-old, wood-paneled store is a good place to buy all kinds of delicate hand-embroidered items, including Swiss-made lace. Several rooms contain a variety of intricately patterned tablecloths, place mats, doilies, and napkins. Also sold are blouses, handkerchiefs, shawls, scarves, and children's frocks. Upstairs is a large assortment of nightgowns, pajamas, and women's lingerie.This century-old, wood-paneled store is a good place to buy
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