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 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.
Paul Klee Museum
Take a trip to futuristic warehouses in a rustic green setting to see the inspiring works of a modernist artist.
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: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower
Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Tour in a Small Group
Top hotels in Old City of Bern
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
"A wonderful combination of private room and a welcoming and well-equipped common area. We can't say enough good things about our stay here. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the restaurant Luce downstairs is a must try."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
"Le personnel très disponible pour répondre aux questions et rendre service."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
NH Bern The Bristol
"Air conditioning did not work in the other rooms. I had three rooms as soon as not working any other rooms no matter what we tried. You didn’t talk with the staff. Got a little warm during the day work out for Cell is very limited. Staff was very pleasant hotel was very clean"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Savoy Bern
"Clean hotel near the train station at the west end of the old city, 5 minute walk to the Confederation Building and 10 to the Grossmunster Cathedral. They provided us a Swiss device charger connector. Has a fridge; so we ate a Simone breakfast in our room."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
"This is a very lovely hotel. It exceeded my expectations. Clean, comfortable, very hospitable staff. The only downside is the heat control. The lowest heat setting is 20 degrees which much too hot for sleeping. The staff were apologetic and brought us a fan but we needed to have the windows open ..."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
"Lovely area to stay in Bern. Easy access to the train station and old town."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Old City of Bern
Gelbes Quartier
While visiting Gelbes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Theater am Zytglogge.
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
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