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

Picture 1 for Activity Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide

Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide

€27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting

Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting

€59
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

€36
per adult
Best of Bern: Walking Tour of Old Town with Expert Guide
Wanderway Bern Scavenger Hunt

Bern Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone

€9
per adult
Bern Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Picture 1 for Activity Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

€128
per adult
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour
Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower

Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower

€27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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
The price is €169 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
€169
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (744 reviews)
"This hotel is delightfully quirky. Rooms are interesting and well equipped. Biggest shower I had in Switzerland, great location between the clock tower and train station. There is a huge lounge with multiple living rooms and a full kitchen and fridge for guests. And free coffee drinks. I recommend ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

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

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

5 out of 5
Bahnhofplatz 11 Bern BE
The price is €389 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
€389
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (754 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a great central location. Very convenient to all the shopping, sightseeing, and transportation! Train station is 100 years away . The hotel itself is beautiful, super clean, with excellent service from housekeeping and front desk . Would definitely return!"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
NH Bern The Bristol

NH Bern The Bristol

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 10 Bern
The price is €191 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
€191
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Centrally located. Couple small things need attention; fridge kept items warm, could use a little upkeep. Also free drink for green option; but…apparently one sparkling water for my wife was 12 francs, so about $20 Canadian. That seems utterly ridiculous."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

NH Bern The Bristol
Hotel Savoy Bern

Hotel Savoy Bern

4 out of 5
Neuengasse 26 Bern
The price is €197 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
€197
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"One night stay, close to train station, friendly staff and stored our luggage so we could roam the city."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Hotel Savoy Bern
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 4 Bern BE
The price is €217 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
€217
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (970 reviews)
"The property was described perfectly. Location was Ideal and an easy walk to/from the train station."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern

Best Western Plus Hotel Bern

4 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 9 Bern BE
The price is €172 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
€172
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (730 reviews)
"Room was clean but there are really no views from the windows. Top floor bar offers great views and is very convenient. The service was excellent. The location of the hotel was perfect."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
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Where to stay in Old City of Bern

Find the best Old City of Bern areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 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

If you're spending some time in Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde, Paul Klee Museum and Bern Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

A grand building with a large dome and statues on the roof.

Innere Stadt

While visiting Innere Stadt, you might make a stop by sights like Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster.

A historic building with ornate architecture, including domes and statues, under a clear blue sky.
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Open Photo by FromSwitzerlandToWorld

Rotes Quartier

If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Wege zu Klee are top sights worth seeing.

A river with a bridge, a tower, and surrounding greenery.

Langgasse-Felsenau

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Langgasse-Felsenau and surrounding area, you can visit Bern Art Museum and Federal Palace.

A cityscape with a prominent church tower and a cathedral, surrounded by mountains in the background.
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Open Photo by Yannik Adrion

Breitenrain-Lorraine

While visiting Breitenrain-Lorraine, you might make a stop by sights like Wankdorf Stadium and Botanical Garden.

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