Old City of Bern Travel Guide
Bern
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Einstein-Haus
You can study the exhibits at Einstein-Haus, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Innere Stadt. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.
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.
Bern Town Hall
After visiting Bern Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Innere Stadt. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.
Things to do
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
Bern Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Bern: 90-Minute Stroll Through the Old Town
Top hotels in Old City of Bern
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
This is my second stay here. The location is perfect. It is close to the train station and in the middle of it all. The room is very nice and the bed is comfy. Staff is helpful.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
NH Bern The Bristol
Exelente servicio el personal super atento nos atendieron en español y en inglés Buena ubicación
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
This property is exceptional. The hotel staff were friendly and attentive. The room was very clean and so was the entire hotel. I can't recommend it enough.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hotel Savoy Bern
Great location.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
They need air conditioning. All five nights, we couldn’t sleep well because it’s too warm. If no blanket then it chill, with blanket it’s hot. Again no air conditioning.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
Breakfast was really good. Our room was quiet.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old City of Bern
Gelbes Quartier
While visiting Gelbes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Jackpot Spielcasino Bern and Prison Tower (Kafigturm).
Grünes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Grünes Quartier, Bern Clock Tower and Bern Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Rotes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Wege zu Klee are top sights worth seeing.
Matte
If you're spending some time in Matte, Nydeggbrucke and Untertorbrucke are top sights worth seeing.
Monbijou
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Monbijou and surrounding area, you can visit Freibad Marzili and Federal Palace.
Old City of Bern Travel Guide
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- Paul Klee Museum
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- The Elfenau Estate
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