Old City of Bern Travel Guide
Bern
Visit Old City of Bern
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.
Bern Town Hall
After visiting Bern Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Innere Stadt. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.
Things to do
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Bern Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Top hotels in Old City of Bern
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
"For a mostly automated hotel, I found it cozy and the skeleton crew staff to be super helpful. The room was larger than I expected (based on the website images) and everything was modern, clean, and in working order. Would definitely recommend!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
"We loved the great location! We walked to most attractions within 10 minutes. The several times a week markets is right around corner. It has washing and drying machines for people to use for free. It is very quiet at night and safe! Breakfast is very good with dishes carefully selected and prepared. ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
NH Bern The Bristol
"This line of properties have all been great. They are clean, the staff is nice, the rooms are comfortable and the breakfast bars are abundant. After our first stay at this brand, it was the name I continued to look for during our travel. They were all centrally located to public transportation and ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel Savoy Bern
"Really nice staff, great location and super clean facility"
Reviewed on 24 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
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.
