Old City of Bern

Bern

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

Popular places to visit

Bundeshaus showing an administrative building, a square or plaza and a sunset

Federal Palace

4.5/5(9 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.

Federal Palace
Berner Munster

Berner Munster

4/5(13 reviews)

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

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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

Enjoy a show at Theater am Zytglogge, a popular theatre in Innere Stadt. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.

Theater am Zytglogge
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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)
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

Things to do

Highlights and Hidden Games Walking Tour in Bern

Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide

S$218
per adult
Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide
Chocolate Fun in Bern

Chocolate Fun in Bern

S$83
per adult
Chocolate Fun in Bern
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

S$182
per adult
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour
From Zurich: Crash Landing On You Locations in Interlaken

From Zurich: Crash Landing On You Locations in Interlaken

S$410
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Zurich: Crash Landing On You Locations in Interlaken
From Zurich: 8-Day Tour to Geneva with Tickets and Lodging

From Zurich: 7-Day Tour to Geneva with Tickets and Lodging

S$2,457
per adult
From Zurich: 7-Day Tour to Geneva with Tickets and Lodging
Story about today's chocolate.

Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting

S$83
per adult
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
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Top hotels in Old City of Bern

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 S$214 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
S$214
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (399 reviews)
"Close to stations and shops. Modern facility with great ammenties and common room with free coffee."

Reviewed on 25 Feb,2025

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 4, Bern, BE
The price is S$268 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
S$268
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (751 reviews)
"Highly recommend this hotel. The staff were amazing. Location to visit the city of Bern was perfect."

Reviewed on 11 Mar,2025

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 S$239 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
S$239
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (907 reviews)
"We were only here for a night but wish we could have stayed longer. Beautiful room, friendly staff and a wonderful breakfast."

Reviewed on 24 Mar,2025

Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
4 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 9, Bern, BE
The price is S$246 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
S$246
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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! (493 reviews)
"Rooftop ist Hammer"

Reviewed on 9 Mar,2025

Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Hotel Savoy Bern
Hotel Savoy Bern
4 out of 5
Neuengasse 26, Bern
The price is S$263 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
S$263
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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! (1,000 reviews)
Highly recommend
"This hotel was a lovely upscale gem. We enjoyed it very much. Excellent staff who were warm and welcoming and anticipated our every need. Perfect location for coffee shops, wandering the city, visiting museums, and eating at Zoe (which we also recommend!)."

Reviewed on 13 Mar,2025

Hotel Savoy Bern
NH Bern The Bristol
NH Bern The Bristol
4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 10, Bern
The price is S$252 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
S$252
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (881 reviews)
Would choose here again
"Room was extremely comfortable and immaculate. Staff eager to help. Fantastic location for the old town. Great breakfast."

Reviewed on 19 Mar,2025

NH Bern The Bristol
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Other neighbourhoods around Old City of Bern

Bundeshaus showing a square or plaza, heritage architecture and an administrative building

Gelbes Quartier

While visiting Gelbes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Theater am Zytglogge.

Gelbes Quartier
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Grünes Quartier

If you're spending some time in Grünes Quartier, Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster are top sights worth seeing.

Grünes Quartier
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Weisses Quartier

Though Weisses Quartier may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster.

Weisses Quartier
Bern Art Museum

Rotes Quartier

If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Wege zu Klee are top sights worth seeing.

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

4/5(5 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Monbijou and surrounding area, you can visit Federal Palace and Bern Art Museum.

Monbijou

Old City of Bern