Traditional hammam, sauna, and spa in the historic Volkshaus building near Helvetiaplatz, offering a three-hour steam, scrub, and relaxation session.
Stadtbad Zürich is a hammam and spa located in the historic Volkshaus at Stauffacherstrasse 60, in the lively Kreis 4 neighbourhood not far from the Langstrasse and Helvetiaplatz. The facility is designed after the traditional Turkish bath, with warm marble surfaces, steam rooms, a heated stone bench, a sauna, and relaxation areas. The standard entry covers a three-hour stay and includes textiles, a bathrobe, healing clay, and care products, with the single entry costing CHF 54 (approx $68) and a six-entry card CHF 300 (approx $375), according to the Zürich tourism listing. Opening hours are listed by Zürich Tourism as roughly 11AM to 11PM daily, opening at 10AM on Sundays, though another listing shows broader hours, so a check before going is advisable. Wednesdays are reserved for women only in the hammam, and Saturday slots are available for children. Additional treatments such as traditional scrub and massage services can be booked on top of entry, and booking ahead is recommended for treatments and busy evenings. The baths are operated by Stadtbad Zürich AG, and the telephone number is +41 44 241 04 27. Visitors should plan about three hours and bring swimwear, which is worn in mixed hours, with towels and robes provided. The venue is a five-minute walk from Stauffacher tram stop and ten minutes from the Hauptbahnhof, and several tram lines serve Stauffacher.
| Price | Entry CHF 54 for 3 hours (approx $68); 6-entry card CHF 300 (approx $375) |
|---|---|
| Session length | About 3 hours |
| Hours | Daily about 11AM-11PM (Sun from 10AM); check ahead |
| Address | Stauffacherstrasse 60, 8004 Zürich, Switzerland |
Treatments
- Hammam steam rooms
- Sauna
- Traditional scrub and massage (bookable)
- Healing clay care
Good to know
- Signature
- Authentic hammam steam rooms with clay and care products included
Location
Stauffacherstrasse 60, 8004 Zürich, Switzerland
47.3767, 8.5287 View on map
Highlights
- Traditional hammam with marble steam rooms
- Textiles, bathrobe, healing clay, and care products included
- Sauna and heated stone relaxation areas
- Women-only Wednesdays
- Close to Langstrasse and the Hauptbahnhof
Tips for visiting
- Book treatments in advance, especially evenings
- Allow about three hours per visit
- Check the schedule for women-only and mixed hours
- Bring swimwear for mixed times
- Telephone +41 44 241 04 27 for reservations
- Summer hours differ: from May to September the hammam opens later on weekdays (from about 3PM) and annual closure takes place in late summer (25 July to 16 August in 2026); book online at stadtbadzuerich.ch or call +41 44 241 04 27
When to visit
Weekday afternoons are calm; Wednesday is women-only and weekend evenings are busier.
Accessibility
The Volkshaus is an older building; visitors with mobility needs should contact Stadtbad Zürich on +41 44 241 04 27 to confirm access to the baths.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Stadtbad Zürich?
In the Volkshaus at Stauffacherstrasse 60, 8004 Zürich.
How much does it cost?
A single entry is about CHF 54 (approx $68) for three hours, with a six-entry card at CHF 300 (approx $375).
Is it women-only?
Wednesdays are women-only in the hammam; other days are mixed according to the posted schedule.
Are towels provided?
Entry includes textiles, a bathrobe, healing clay, and care products.