Knies Kinderzoo Tours

From fangs to fur and feathers, there are lots of animals to see at Knies Kinderzoo. But don't just look, listen too! You'll hear some fascinating noises happening around you.

You'll soon discover why this Rapperswil wildlife attraction is a hit with travelers. If you're looking for more to explore, Alpamare Water Park, Rapperswil Castle, and Swiss Casinos Pfaeffikon-Zurichsee are in the area too. They won't take very long to reach from Knies Kinderzoo.

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Moxy Rapperswil

Moxy Rapperswil

3 out of 5
Rapperswil
Price was $1,082, price is now $749 per person
$749
per person
Dec 11 - Dec 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Zürich (ZRH)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (147 reviews)
Very friendly, prompt and helpful check in process. Very comfortable bed, excellent bathroom. Nice and inviting hotel.

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

Grand Hotel Belvedere, a Beaumier Hotel

Grand Hotel Belvedere, a Beaumier Hotel

5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,780, price is now $1,188 per person
$1,188
per person
Oct 30 - Nov 3
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Zürich (ZRH)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
I loved the style, cleanliness, staff friendliness, and on site restaurant.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

Sunstar Hotel Grindelwald

Sunstar Hotel Grindelwald

4 out of 5
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Price was $1,432, price is now $982 per person
$982
per person
Nov 7 - Nov 12
found 11 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Zürich (ZRH)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
This is my second time staying at

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Popular places to visit

Rapperswil Castle is a castle, built in the early 13th century AD by the House of Rapperswil in the former independent city of Rapperswil. It is located on the eastern Zürichsee respectively western Obersee lakeshore in Rapperswil, a locality of the municipality Rapperswil-Jona in the canton of St. Gallen in Switzerland. Since 1870, the castle has been home to the Polish National Museum established by Polish émigrés, including the castle's lessee and restorer, Count Wladyslaw Broel-Plater.

Rapperswil Castle

You can learn about the history of Rapperswil-Jona with a stop at Rapperswil Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Rapperswil Castle

St. Galler Kantonalbank Arena

Catch an event at St. Galler Kantonalbank Arena during your trip to Rapperswil-Jona. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

St. Galler Kantonalbank Arena

St. James Way

You can take time to visit St. James Way during your travels to Rapperswil-Jona. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

St. James Way

Wooden Bridge Rapperswil - Hurden

You can learn about the history of Zürich when you stop by Wooden Bridge Rapperswil - Hurden.

Wooden Bridge Rapperswil - Hurden

Kunst(Zeug)Haus

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kunst(Zeug)Haus during your travels in Rapperswil-Jona. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Kunst(Zeug)Haus

Rapperswil-Jona Municipal Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Rapperswil-Jona Municipal Museum in Rapperswil-Jona. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Rapperswil-Jona Municipal Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Knies Kinderzoo

citizenM Zürich

citizenM Zürich

4 out of 5
Talacker 42, Zürich
citizenM Zürich
Ruby Mimi Zurich

Ruby Mimi Zurich

4 out of 5
4 Beatenpl., Zürich, ZH
Ruby Mimi Zurich
ibis Styles Zurich City Center

ibis Styles Zurich City Center

3 out of 5
Stampfenbachstrasse 60, Zürich, ZH
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
Hotel Scheuble

Hotel Scheuble

3.5 out of 5
Muehlegasse 17, Zürich, ZH
Hotel Scheuble
St Gotthard Hotel

St Gotthard Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Bahnhofstrasse 87, Zürich, ZH
St Gotthard Hotel
Central Plaza Hotel

Central Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
Central 1, Zürich, ZH
Central Plaza Hotel
AMERON Zürich Bellerive au Lac

AMERON Zürich Bellerive au Lac

4.5 out of 5
Utoquai 47, Zürich, ZH
AMERON Zürich Bellerive au Lac
betahouse Zürich

betahouse Zürich

1 out of 5
53 Bergstrasse, Zürich, ZH
betahouse Zürich
Zurich Marriott Hotel

Zurich Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Neumuehlequai 42, Zürich, ZH
Zurich Marriott Hotel
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