Zurich
Looking for gelato in Zurich? This guide brings together flavour-led stops across 8003, 8004, 8005 and Oerlikon, from Italian-style classics near Langstrasse and Europaallee to adventurous combinations and fruit-forward sorbets.
Consider how close you are to each shop, whether you want a quick cup or time to explore, and whether the opening hours fit an afternoon, evening or late dessert run.
The options are ordered around practical local choices: distinctive flavour selection, Italian or handmade preparation, suitability for quick or late visits, and proximity to neighbourhoods such as Langstrasse, Europaallee, Zurich West, the old town and Oerlikon. Some eligible businesses may purchase enhanced visibility, which can influence their placement.
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#1
Gelati TELLHOF is a casual ice cream shop on Tellstrasse 20, serving Italian gelati made from its own recipes. The menu balances familiar classics with more distinctive flavours such as poppy seed, melon and light-blue fior di latte, making it an appealing stop near Langstrasse and Europaallee.
A small tasting scoop adds a useful way to choose before settling on a full serving.
#2
Notably salty salted caramel
Pistachio is another appealing choice. The shop also offers apéro and smoothies, while outdoor seating suits a relaxed stop when the weather cooperates.
Its handcrafted approach and distinctive flavours make it a strong dessert destination in the 8004 area.
#3
Open late most days
Giro d’Italia is an ice cream shop on Hohlstrasse 221, serving Italian-style gelato with a broad, flavour-focused appeal. It is a tempting stop for anyone looking for rich, authentic-tasting scoops in Zurich, although portion sizes may vary from one visit to another.
Open late most days, it works especially well for an evening dessert, with Monday as the weekly closing day.
#4
At Weststrasse 196, Gelateria di Berna brings together classic gelato, refreshing sorbets and an adventurous flavour list. Alongside familiar choices, the menu can include unexpected combinations such as caramelised onion, peanut, redcurrant or pretzel with Ovomaltine.
Two flavours in a small cup make it easy to explore without overcommitting, and the shop stays open until 11 pm every day for an evening dessert in Zurich’s 8003 district.
#5
Eisladen brings an easygoing ice cream stop to Birmensdorferstrasse 101 in Zurich. The offer includes gelato and waffles, with selected flavours capable of delivering a particularly memorable scoop, while the surrounding decor adds to the visit.
Opening from noon until late, including midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, makes it convenient for an afternoon treat or dessert after dinner.
#6
Gelateria di Berna on Zollstrasse 117 keeps its offering straightforward, with tasty classics and a smaller flavour selection that makes choosing easy. Chocolate, 70% chocolate and refreshing blackcurrant are among the options associated with this 8005 location.
Service is notably efficient when the shop is busy, making it practical for a quick gelato stop even when a queue forms. Hours extend to 11 pm from Thursday through Saturday.
#7
Creamy, natural flavours without added extras
tozzi gelati GmbH makes handmade Italian gelato in Oerlikon, at Franklinstrasse 7. Its Bologna-inspired style focuses on creamy, natural flavours without added extras, with combinations such as mango and raspberry, pistachio and vanilla, or Colombian chocolate and stracciatella.
Afternoon and evening opening suits a planned visit, while the shorter Sunday schedule makes it ideal for a weekend treat.
#8
The Geroldstrasse 23b branch of Gelateria di Berna is a welcoming choice for trying something new, with a broad flavour range and a friendly, upbeat service style. The team is happy to let visitors sample an unfamiliar flavour, which makes the stop especially enjoyable for indecisive groups or adventurous dessert fans.
Situated in Zurich’s 8005 district, it opens daily from noon until 11 pm.
#9
Crema Gelato & Caffè is a dessert stop beside Wallisellen station, at Bahnhofplatz 1C. Alongside gelato, the menu appeal extends to tiramisu, waffles, cappuccino, rice pudding and panna cotta, making it suitable for a broader snack or coffee break.
Friendly, efficient service adds to the welcoming feel, with opening until 7 pm most days and until 6 pm on Sundays.
#10
GELATERIA ORO brings freshly made gelato in the Apulian tradition to Münstergasse 2, tucked into a quiet old-town street. The silky texture, full flavours and generous portions make it an appealing stop for a classic gelato moment, while its small in-store florist adds a distinctive touch with handmade bouquets.
ORO also hosts exclusive events and stays open late on Friday and Saturday, until midnight.
#11
Sorbets and cream-based ice cream
Sorbetto ice-cream! specialises in sorbets and cream-based ice cream at Neptunstrasse 49 in Zurich.
Texture and flavour are central to the appeal, with pairings such as lavender ice cream and banana–passion fruit sorbet offering a distinctive contrast. Open Monday to Friday from 11 am to 6:30 pm and Saturday mornings, it is best for an earlier stop rather than a late-night dessert.
#12
Gelateria & Cafe’ Diamante is an Italian gelateria and café at Berninaplatz 2 in Zurich. Its offer pairs artisan-style Italian gelato with coffee, with pistachio, stracciatella and chocolate among the flavours that make a strong impression.
Open Tuesday to Saturday from noon to 9 pm and Sunday afternoons, it suits a relaxed dessert or coffee stop, while Mondays are reserved for closing.
#13
L’Artisan Glacier Zürich is an ice cream shop on Limmatquai 36 in the Old Town area. Its generous flavour range and especially strong chocolate gelato make it an appealing stop while exploring central Zurich.
Kind, helpful service complements the offer, and daily opening from 11:30 am to 11 pm gives plenty of flexibility for an afternoon scoop or late dessert.
#14
Gelateria Meno Venti am Zürich See serves handcrafted Italian gelato at Blatterwiese beside Lake Zurich. The setting pairs naturally with a lakeside walk, while flavours such as Amalfi bring lemon biscuit pieces into a creamy base.
Vegan options are available, and the business also offers on-site gelato service for weddings, corporate events, fairs and private celebrations.
#15
Gelati MILCHBUCK brings Italian gelato to Schaffhauserstrasse 120, with a broad selection created from the house’s own recipes. The shop is part of the Gelati Kissling network, which also includes locations in Seefeld, Tellhof, Schulgasse, Niederdorf and Altstadt.
Open daily from noon to 10 pm, it offers an accessible option for an evening dessert in the Milchbuck area.
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Map and areas
Use the map to match a gelato stop with the rest of your plans. Tellstrasse and Stauffacherstrasse work well around Langstrasse and Europaallee, while Zollstrasse and Geroldstrasse suit visits near Zurich West or the station.
For a different route, compare the 8003 addresses with Oerlikon, and check the current opening hours before setting off.
Gelati TELLHOF on Tellstrasse 20 is a convenient option for this part of Zurich. It combines Italian gelati made from its own recipes with familiar and more distinctive flavours, and a small tasting scoop can help when you are deciding between options.
Gelateria di Berna on Weststrasse is a strong choice for flavour exploration, with combinations that may move beyond standard chocolate and vanilla. The Geroldstrasse branch is also useful for groups, as visitors can ask to sample an unfamiliar flavour before choosing.
Giro d’Italia on Hohlstrasse is suited to evening dessert plans because it is open late on most days, although Monday hours need particular attention. Eisladen on Birmensdorferstrasse can also suit later visits, especially on Friday and Saturday.
The Gelateria di Berna branch on Zollstrasse offers a smaller selection of straightforward classics, making it easier to choose and move on. Its location can also work well for a dessert break around Zurich’s station and nearby 8005 area.
Eisladen on Birmensdorferstrasse offers gelato with waffles, so it suits visitors who want more than a scoop or cup. Opening from midday into the evening makes it practical for both an afternoon treat and a later dessert plan.
tozzi gelati GmbH in Oerlikon is a natural option for an Italian gelato and coffee break. Its handmade, Bologna-inspired approach includes creamy flavours and combinations such as pistachio with vanilla or chocolate with stracciatella.