Old City of Bern

Bern

A historic town with a prominent church spire, cobblestone streets, and surrounding greenery.
A large historic building with a green dome and classical architecture.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a large open square, and a pink sky.
A scenic view of a town with a river, surrounded by hills and greenery.
A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, ornate pipe organs, and rows of pews.

Stay near popular Old City of Bern attractions

A grand building with a dome and statues, surrounded by a reflective plaza and other classical architecture.

Federal Palace

8.8/10 (334 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

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

Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide

P1,902
per adult
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting

Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting

P4,185
per adult
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
Gruyères Medieval Town, Cheese Factory and Maison Cailler Tour from Bern

Gruyères Village, Cheese & Chocolate Day Tour from Bern

P21,155
per adult
Gruyères Village, Cheese & Chocolate Day Tour from Bern
Bern 2-Hour Tour in Spanish and English of the Old Town

Best of Bern: Walking Tour of Old Town with Expert Guide

P2,587
per adult
Best of Bern: Walking Tour of Old Town with Expert Guide
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

P9,132
per adult
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour
Explore Swiss Timekeeping Omega and Swatch Museum Tour from Bern

Explore Swiss Timekeeping Omega and Swatch Museum Tour from Bern

P12,100
per adult
Explore Swiss Timekeeping Omega and Swatch Museum Tour from Bern
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Top hotels in Old City of Bern

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

5 out of 5
Bahnhofplatz 11 Bern BE
The price is P24,514 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
P24,514
per night
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Book a stay at this 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 ...
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

3 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 26 Bern BE
The price is P10,296 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
P10,296
per night
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (694 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel on a three week vacation. Perfect location to see historic sites, shopping, restaurants, and strolling by the river. Easy access to building and room. Friendly staff and gathering room was fully stocked. Would stay here again and recommending to friends traveling to Bern!"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2026

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
Hotel Savoy Bern

Hotel Savoy Bern

4 out of 5
Neuengasse 26 Bern
The price is P13,122 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
P13,122
per night
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent staff, but hotel is very mediocre"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Hotel Savoy Bern
NH Bern The Bristol

NH Bern The Bristol

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 10 Bern
The price is P12,582 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P12,582
per night
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Everything was just at it should have been. Very nice bed and pleasant temperature despite it being 36 celsius heatwave outside."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2026

NH Bern The Bristol
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 4 Bern BE
The price is P13,084 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
P13,084
per night
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (938 reviews)
"Super friendly and helpful staff upon arrival. It's a small hotel in reception, but the rooms are a good size. The airconditioning was great. Room and bathroom very clean. Our view wasn't good, but that didn't really matter. Location was fantastic - near to the train station. A wonderful stay and ..."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2026

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel

Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel

3 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 41 Bern BE
The price is P13,149 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
P13,149
per night
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Exceptional across the board with one small caveat. Excellent location, spotlessly clean, reasonably priced, safe neighborhood, and very helpful staff. My room was small but exactly what I needed: a comfortable bed, spotless bathroom, plenty of hot water, and adequate air conditioning. The breakfast ..."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2026

Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
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Where to stay in Old City of Bern

Find the best Old City of Bern areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A river winding through a town with historic buildings and a prominent church spire.
Photo by Paczeal Zhao
Open Photo by Paczeal Zhao

Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde

While visiting Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde, you might make a stop by sights like Paul Klee Museum and Bern Rose Garden.

A historic building with ornate architecture, including domes and statues, under a clear blue sky.
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Rotes Quartier

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

A cityscape with a prominent church tower and a cathedral, surrounded by mountains in the background.
Photo by Yannik Adrion
Open Photo by Yannik Adrion

Breitenrain-Lorraine

If you're spending some time in Breitenrain-Lorraine, Wankdorf Stadium and Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

A brightly lit building with colorful architectural details and a dome.
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Gelbes Quartier

If you're spending some time in Gelbes Quartier, Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Theater am Zytglogge are top sights worth seeing.

A large, historic building with domed structures and columns.

Innere Stadt

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

Old City of Bern