Old City of Bern
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.
Nydeggbrucke
You can find out about the history of Innere Stadt with a visit to Nydeggbrucke. 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.
Theater am Zytglogge
Get tickets for a show at Theater am Zytglogge, a storied theater in Innere Stadt. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.
Old City of Bern Hotel Deals
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
very friendly staff and lot of amenities
Reviewed on 2025/12/30
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 2026/1/4
Hotel Savoy Bern
Excellent hotel, large rooms close to everything, clean, friendly staff, just perfect!
Reviewed on 2026/1/4
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Fantastic luxury hotel. Pool and steam room perfect for children’s hour 16:00-17:00.
Reviewed on 2025/12/27
NH Bern The Bristol
really great hotel
Reviewed on 2026/1/4
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
Great location - easy walking distance to most attractions. Room was clean, and good amount of space for 3 adults. Comfortable beds, and good shower pressure. Staff in the hotel were very helpful, and the included breakfast is handy to save on costs. Bern in general is a great central location to ...
Reviewed on 2025/12/29
Other neighborhoods around Old City of Bern
Gelbes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Gelbes Quartier, Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Theater am Zytglogge 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.
