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
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting

Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting

€60
per adult
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour

€130
per adult
Lucerne: Photography Walking Tour
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
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
Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Tour in a Small Group

Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Tour in a Small Group

€99
per adult
Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Tour in a Small Group
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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 €183 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
€183
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (678 reviews)
"Great central location. Hotel was clean and well equipped. Enjoyed the common rooms and roof top. Staff were excellent. Great value gir money. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 4 Bern BE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €218 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
€218
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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! (927 reviews)
"The staff was so kind and helpful. Thank you for a lovely stay."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
NH Bern The Bristol

NH Bern The Bristol

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 10 Bern
The price is €243 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
€243
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Staff was really lovely and helpful. The hotel was very nice and in an incredible location, close to everything."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

NH Bern The Bristol
Hotel Savoy Bern

Hotel Savoy Bern

4 out of 5
Neuengasse 26 Bern
The price is €250 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
€250
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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)
"It was the best hotel, location and staff ever!!"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 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 €217 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
€217
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice hotel… sort of strange layout where the entrance to the room was at an angle with a large drop. If you are a plus sized person you should know the entrance to the shower and the shower itself is quite small. I’m a 2X and getting into the shower was… let’s say more exfoliating on my midsection ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

5 out of 5
Bahnhofplatz 11 Bern BE
The price is €351 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
€351
18 Jul - 19 Jul
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! (719 reviews)
"Perfect!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
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Where to stay in Old City of Bern

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A large, historic building with domed structures and columns.

Innere Stadt

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

A river winding through a town with historic buildings and a prominent church spire.
Photo by Paczeal Zhao
Open Photo by Paczeal Zhao

Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde

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

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

Rotes Quartier

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

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

Breitenrain-Lorraine

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

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 Botanical Garden and Bern Art Museum.

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