Things to do in Bern

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Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide

Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 20 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €27 per adult
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Bern: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Bern: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 19 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €152 per adult*
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Interlaken & Grindelwald Private Alpine Experience

Interlaken & Grindelwald Private Alpine Experience

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €1,498 per adult*
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Switzerland hot air balloon flight

Switzerland hot air balloon flight

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €468 per adult
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What to do in Bern

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Bern Rose Garden

Bern Rose Garden

See and smell beautiful roses at this dreamy park with hundreds of types of flowers. Appreciate the views from the garden’s position on a ridge.

Bern Rose Garden
Federal Palace

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.

Federal Palace
Berner Munster

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.

Berner Munster
Bern Historical Einstein Museum, Switzerland

Bern Expo

After visiting Bern Expo, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bern. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.

Bern Expo
Bern Art Museum

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.

Bern Art Museum
Paul Klee Museum

Paul Klee Museum

Take a trip to futuristic warehouses in a rustic green setting to see the inspiring works of a modernist artist.

Paul Klee Museum
Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden

Wander across continents as you walk between the greenhouses and gardens with a remarkable variety of exotic and local vegetation.

Botanical Garden
Bern Historical Museum

Bern Historical Museum

Browse this prominent Swiss museum to find local treasures from the Stone Age to the present day and get to know the man behind the genius in the Einstein Museum.

Bern Historical Museum
Bern Natural History Museum

Bern Natural History Museum

Marvel at the shimmering quartz crystals and life-sized dioramas of animals in this large nature museum that traces the history of our planet.

Bern Natural History Museum

Where to stay in Bern

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

Unique features of Old City of Bern include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Bern Clock Tower or Bern Town Hall while you're exploring the area.

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Breitenrain-Lorraine

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

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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.

View of the river Aare from the Kirchenfeldbrucke bridge in Bern Switzerland..

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.

View of the complex of buildings of the Swiss Parliament shot from the Monbijou bridge over the Aare river

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.

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Swizerland Canton Bern view mountain from belpberg

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bern worth visiting?
From retail therapy to history and outdoor adventures, there are many great things to do in Bern. Be sure to experience the area's mix of cool attractions, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Bern?
Once you've visited popular attractions like Bern Historical Museum and Einstein-Haus, spend the rest of your day exploring Bern's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Bern?
Berner Munster is one of the top tourist attractions in Bern and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Bern?
Three days will give you time to check out some popular city highlights, including Berner Munster, Bern Historical Museum and Einstein-Haus. The average stay in Bern is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your holiday, Interlaken isn't far away.
Is Bern a walkable city?
That depends on what you plan to see and do in Bern. Several sights, including Berner Munster and Bern Historical Museum, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Bern's best neighbourhoods, Innere Stadt is 0.16 kilometres away from downtown, while Old City of Bern is 0.16 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Bern with kids?
Deciding what to do in Bern with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or little ones, there are many family-friendly tours and attractions to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Bern for adults?
Kursaal Bern and Swiss Alpine Museum are just two of the things to do in Bern. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Bern?
One of the best ways to learn about free things to do in Bern is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can experience without reaching for your wallet. Berner Munster is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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