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.

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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

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Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide

￥4,956
per adult
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting

Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting

￥10,902
per adult
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
Bern 2-Hour Tour in Spanish and English of the Old Town

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

￥6,740
per adult
Best of Bern: Walking Tour of Old Town with Expert Guide
Discover Bern, Understand Switzerland Walking Tour

Discover Bern, Understand Switzerland Walking Tour

￥4,956
per adult
Discover Bern, Understand Switzerland Walking Tour
Discover Bern. Understand Switzerland

Discover Bern. Understand Switzerland

￥4,956
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Bern. Understand Switzerland
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

￥23,787
per adult
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour
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Old City of Bern Hotel Deals

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 ￥30,502 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
￥30,502
￥33,924 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
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! (703 reviews)
"Nice place except only digital access which didn't work for my girlfriend"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

5 out of 5
Bahnhofplatz 11 Bern BE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥64,981 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
￥64,981
￥69,712 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (732 reviews)
"This is just an amazing hotel in the perfect location--right at the entrance to the old city and directly adjacent to the train station. Our room was clean and well appointed, and I can't say enough about the staff, especially the desk clerk who helped us figure out the Aare swimming logistics, She ..."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
NH Bern The Bristol

NH Bern The Bristol

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 10 Bern
The price is ￥33,828 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
￥33,828
￥37,375 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,007 reviews)
"They said we had been upgraded, and we were given a room without functioning air conditioning on a very hot day. When we asked they said they were fully booked but provided some fans."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2026

NH Bern The Bristol
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 4 Bern BE
The price is ￥31,306 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
￥31,306
￥34,758 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
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! (944 reviews)
"The coffee station available 24/7 was delightful! Staff helped us navigate restaurants. The location was good for walking around old town. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I’d highly recommend this hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
Hotel Savoy Bern

Hotel Savoy Bern

4 out of 5
Neuengasse 26 Bern
The price is ￥33,637 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
￥33,637
￥37,178 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Staffs are nice and helpful . Good location."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Hotel Savoy Bern
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel

Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel

3 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 41 Bern BE
The price is ￥37,841 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
￥37,841
￥41,541 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
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Where to stay in Old City of Bern

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A river winding through a town with historic buildings and a prominent church spire.
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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 Wege zu Klee.

A cityscape with a prominent church tower and a cathedral, surrounded by mountains in the background.
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Breitenrain-Lorraine

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

A street with buildings, a clock tower, and a flag.
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Sandrain

Sandrain might not have many top sights, but Freibad Marzili and Bern Historical Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

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