Gelbes Quartier Travel Guide
Bern
Visit Gelbes Quartier
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.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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Top hotels in Gelbes Quartier
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
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
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
"Very spacious and clean room. Nice air conditioning & a separate space for the 3rd twin bed with its own desk area."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Bellevue Palace Hotel
"Clean room, friendly staffs"
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Prize by Radisson, Bern City
"The complimentary bus pass."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel La Pergola
"Nice clean and quiet hotel, not far from train. Free tourist card was great. Nobody pays for transit here, but we got checked by the transit police? How about checking your own people and leave the tourists alone. Lots of creepy people around train/bus station. Prices extremely high for what you ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gelbes Quartier
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.
Grünes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Grünes Quartier, Bern Clock Tower and Bern Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Rotes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Wege zu Klee 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.
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.
