Old City of 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 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 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
Old City of Bern Hotel Deals
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Very good stay. Very nice and helpful service
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
The location is superb, close to the Bahnhof and many other attractions. Very walkable surrounding area. Staff are also friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
A unique and terrific hotel!!!
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Hotel Savoy Bern
I’m so happy I chose hotel Savoy for my first time in Bern . It’s just amazing, 5-minute walking distance from the train station even with my suitcase, the staffs are very friendly and the room is very renovated with everything I need. I’ll definitely come back here for the next time! Highly recommended! ...
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
NH Bern The Bristol
Our room was clean, service personnel is polite. One negative thing is that I got dust al
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Clean room, polite and professional service, comfortable beds and good sized/clean bathrooms. Also, the hotel location is impeccable. I'm only giving 4 stars because: 1) the pillows were somewhat thin and not very easy to sleep on, and 2) there was an unpleasant odour at the front entrance to the ...
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Old City of Bern
Gelbes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Gelbes Quartier, Jackpot Spielcasino Bern and Prison Tower (Kafigturm) are top sights worth seeing.
Grünes Quartier
While visiting Grünes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster.
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 Federal Palace and Bern Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Old City of Bern
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