Experience in Zurich, Switzerland by Sicilian

What is it like to live in Zurich? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Nice, but it's really too cold for me; you will enjoy this place in Summer time.

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What is the student lifestyle like in Zurich?

Nice, open, multicultural, it seems to study/work in an airport!

How much does it cost to live in Zurich?

Prices are simply insane; they claim that's because of the wages but still..

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Zurich? Is there any advice you can give?

Yes, try http://www.ronorp.net/zurich_en/classifieds‎, but the competition is always high.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Flat and US-like, I always eat at home.

What places would you recommend visiting in Zurich?

The downtown, the Langstrasse quartier.

Is it good to eat out in Zurich? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Go here http://www.dacono.ch/home.html; it will be still expensive but at least the food is good and the environment nice and big.

Is the nightlife good in Zurich? Where is good to go?

Again the downtown and the Langstrasse quartier.

What advice would you give future students heading to Zurich?

If you come from the south of Europe as me living here it will be a cultural shock but the ETH/UniZ context is definitively among the best of the world, think about it as a secure investment for your future.