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
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
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
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

S$40
per adult
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Highlights and Hidden Games Walking Tour in Bern

Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide

S$224
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide
Chocolate Fun in Bern

Bern: Chocolate Tasting Tour

S$87
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bern: Chocolate Tasting Tour
Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Tour in a Small Group

Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Tour in a Small Group

S$148
per adult
Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Tour in a Small Group
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

S$191
per adult
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour
Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower

Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower

S$32
per adult
Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower
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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
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! (466 reviews)
"Funky hotel, but very nice with large common areas. Totally contact-less (keys are on a phone app), about 10 minute walk from train station. Most tourist sites are close. Our room was a little odd (upper floor with sloped ceilinds, bed in middle of room). The bed was comfortable, and it's one of ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun, 2025

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Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 4, Bern, BE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$350 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
S$350
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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 and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (789 reviews)
"Great service great location"

Reviewed on 16 Jun, 2025

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
NH Bern The Bristol
NH Bern The Bristol
4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 10, Bern
The price is S$327 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$327
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (930 reviews)
"This hotel was perfect..no complaints. Great location and amenities. Was comfortable..really enjoyed staying here."

Reviewed on 23 Jun, 2025

NH Bern The Bristol
Hotel Savoy Bern
Hotel Savoy Bern
4 out of 5
Neuengasse 26, Bern
The price is S$289 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$289
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel is located in a lovely area with easy access to tram lines, making it very convenient to explore the city. The neighborhood felt safe and had a nice atmosphere, with cafés, shops, and other amenities nearby. The room was clean, quiet, and very comfortable, and was everything we needed ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

Hotel Savoy Bern
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
5 out of 5
Bahnhofplatz 11, Bern, BE
The price is S$505 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
S$505
9 Jul - 10 Jul
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (637 reviews)
"Wonderful place. Convenient location."

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
4 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 9, Bern, BE
The price is S$287 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$287
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (543 reviews)
"We stayed in this hotel for two nights. It is close to everything. The most important thing was the room has AC which is not every hotel has in Bern."

Reviewed on 30 Jun, 2025

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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 French Church and Prison Tower (Kafigturm).

Gelbes Quartier
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Grünes Quartier

If you're spending some time in Grünes Quartier, Bern Clock Tower and Bern Town Hall 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 Clock Tower.

Monbijou

Old City of Bern