Schauspielhaus

Zurich's Schauspielhaus is one of the most important theatres in the German speaking part of Europe. The Schauspielhaus has several locations, the most important one being the Pfauen. Students can get really cheap last minute tickets (10 minutes before the show) if they show their student ID. The best seats, if available, cost Fr. 20 that way.

Address: Rämistrasse 34
Getting there: Tram stop Kunsthaus
Price: varies
Website: schauspielhaus.ch (opens in a new tab)

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