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.
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.
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Top hotels in Old City of Bern
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 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Very good stay. Very nice and helpful service
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
Clean room, staff were lovely, it was quirky, unique and fun. Great value for money, central for shops and food/bars etc... Would definately stay again! The public area inside is a huge bonus with a game room for all to use and lounge area, loved it!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Savoy Bern
I’m so happy I chose hotel Savoy for my first time in Bern . It’s just amazing, 5-minute walking distance from the train station even with my suitcase, the staffs are very friendly and the room is very renovated with everything I need. I’ll definitely come back here for the next time! Highly recommended! ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
NH Bern The Bristol
Our room was clean, service personnel is polite. One negative thing is that I got dust al
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
We had a good stay here - the room was comfortable, the staff were pleasant, and the breakfast options were good.
Reviewed on 24 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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