Old City of Bern

Bern

Old City of Bern
Bundeshaus which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
Bundeshaus which includes a sunset, heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
Bundeshaus
Berner Munster

Popular places to visit

Bundeshaus featuring heritage architecture, a sunset and an administrative buidling

Federal Palace

Browse a market, play in the fountain or go ice-skating beside this iconic political hub, before taking a guided tour through its historic halls.

Federal Palace
Berner Munster

Berner Munster

Peruse centuries-old religious art, climb the tallest church tower in Switzerland and attend sacred music recitals when you visit Bern's Gothic cathedral.

Berner Munster
Bern Art Museum

Bern Art Museum

Inside one of the oldest art museums in Switzerland, view a vast treasure trove of art from the last 800 years, including works by renowned masters.

Bern Art Museum
Clock Tower

Theater am Zytglogge

Get tickets for a show at Theater am Zytglogge, a storied theater in Innere Stadt. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.

Theater am Zytglogge
Nydeggbrucke

Nydeggbrucke

You can find out about the history of Innere Stadt with a visit to Nydeggbrucke. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.

Nydeggbrucke
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Prison Tower (Kafigturm)

Once used to confine felons and now a venue for exhibitions, this tall structure has served the city of Bern for nearly four centuries.

Prison Tower (Kafigturm)

Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide

Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide

P1,768
per adult
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate Fun in Bern

Bern: Chocolate Tasting Tour

P3,889
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bern: Chocolate Tasting Tour
Highlights and Hidden Games Walking Tour in Bern

Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide

P9,868
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide
Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower

Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower

P1,414
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

P8,485
per adult
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour
Wanderway Bern Scavenger Hunt

Bern Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone

P591
per adult
Bern Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
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Top hotels in Old City of Bern

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 4, Bern, BE
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (813 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Fantastic location - close to all the main things to see and do in Bern. Staff really friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

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Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

3 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 26, Bern, BE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (485 reviews)
"Great place. Quirky yet comfortable rooms in a central location. I liked the the serviced communal areas on the first floor for preparing own food, gave it a youth hostel type feel. The presence of the helpful friendly hosts added to the charm of the place. The roof terrace with views of the mountains ..."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

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Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

5 out of 5
Bahnhofplatz 11, Bern, BE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P23,975 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P23,975
P25,700 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (648 reviews)
"Bedroom was nice"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Hotel Savoy Bern

Hotel Savoy Bern

4 out of 5
Neuengasse 26, Bern
The price is P12,321 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P12,321
P13,599 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location , amazing staff . Clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Hotel Savoy Bern
NH Bern The Bristol

NH Bern The Bristol

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 10, Bern
The price is P13,091 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P13,091
P14,398 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (939 reviews)
"Great place to land for exploration in Bern."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

NH Bern The Bristol
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern

Best Western Plus Hotel Bern

4 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 9, Bern, BE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P12,676 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P12,676
P13,971 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (568 reviews)
"Great central location in city of Bern. Wonderful hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Old City of Bern

Bundeshaus featuring heritage architecture, a sunset and an administrative buidling

Gelbes Quartier

If you're spending some time in Gelbes Quartier, French Church and Theater am Zytglogge are top sights worth seeing.

Gelbes Quartier
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Grünes Quartier

While visiting Grünes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster.

Grünes Quartier
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Weisses Quartier

While Weisses Quartier isn't home to many top sights, Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster are some notable places to visit nearby.

Weisses Quartier
Bern Art Museum

Rotes Quartier

While visiting Rotes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Bern Art Museum and Wege zu Klee.

Rotes Quartier
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Matte

If you're spending some time in Matte, Nydeggbrucke and Nydegg Church are top sights worth seeing.

Matte
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Monbijou

Monbijou might not have many top sights, but Federal Palace and Bern Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Monbijou

Old City of Bern