Old City of 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
Enjoy a show at Theater am Zytglogge, a popular theatre in Innere Stadt. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.
Things to do
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
Self Guided City Escape Game in Bern. Find the secret exit!
Top hotels in Old City of Bern
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
This is such a great place! ok, rooms are slightly small but given the price and location and amenities, it is value for money 1) we love that the rooms have no TV there are manual crossbows in the rooms which we play with our kids just before bedtime 2) close proximity to eateries the xmas market ...
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room is clean. Shower water pressure is good. Great location to everything!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
NH Bern The Bristol
Clean and courteous
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Savoy Bern
Great location and the staff are very helpful.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
The staff was so kind and helpful
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
Great establishment!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
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 Town Hall and Berner Munster 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 Federal Palace and Bern Art Museum.
Old City of Bern
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