Old City of Bern
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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 travels 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 Expo
After visiting Bern Expo, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bern. 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
Discover Bern. Understand Switzerland
Bern: 90-Minute Stroll Through the Old Town
Bern Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
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Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
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Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
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Other neighborhoods around Old City of Bern
Gelbes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Gelbes Quartier, Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Theater am Zytglogge are top sights worth seeing.
Grünes Quartier
While visiting Grünes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Bern Clock Tower and Bern Town Hall.
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.
Rotes Quartier
While visiting Rotes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Bern Art Museum and Wege zu Klee.
Matte
If you're spending some time in Matte, Nydeggbrucke and Untertorbrucke are top sights worth seeing.
Monbijou
Monbijou might not have many top sights, but Freibad Marzili and Federal Palace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Old City of Bern
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