Things to Do in Bern, Switzerland - Bern Attractions
Things to Do in Bern
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Old City, Rosengarten, Walking Tours, Specialty Museums. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Cultural Toursfromper adult$36
Private Sightseeing Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)$62- fromper adult (price varies by group size)$689
Escape Roomsfromper adult$43
Historical Toursfromper adult$10- fromper adult$282
Bike Toursfromper adult$107
Food & Drinkfromper adult$66- fromper adult (price varies by group size)$1,061
- fromper adult (price varies by group size)$840
Neighborhoods
Medieval neighborhood with pedestrian-friendly streets, historic buildings, and local shops. Highlights include the Zytglogge clock tower, riverside walks, and charming arcades.
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Gardens
Tranquil garden on a hill showcasing panoramic city vistas, a historical fountain, and shaded seating for photography and relaxation. Path to local bear pit included.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Historic clock tower featuring intricate mechanics and guided tours through steep stairs, revealing captivating city views and a deep dive into horological history.
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History Museums
Historical museum with a diverse array of exhibits spanning from ancient civilizations to modern Swiss history, highlighted by an in-depth look at Einstein's life and legacy.
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Churches & Cathedrals
Late Gothic cathedral with ornate stonework and vibrant stained glass. Features an intricate organ, unique staircase, and panoramic views from the bell tower.
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Bodies of Water
Crystal-clear waters and scenic river floats with natural swimming areas, complemented by picturesque city views. Caution needed for currents and rocks.
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Nature & Wildlife Areas
Bear habitat with naturalistic enclosure and close-up views from a bridge or riverside. Symbol of local heritage, with seasonal woodland retreats for the animals.
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Government Buildings
Guided tours through neoclassical government edifice with panoramic views, historical insights, and a backdrop of river and valley. Nearby funicular and cafes enhance the visit.
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What travelers are saying
- Ron SNew York City, NY5,931 contributionsOld city Bern is probably the most structured town in Switzerland. It does have a face. Distinct architectural elements of the facades of buildings, lots of medieval fountains.Written September 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Allison K48 contributionsThe Rosengarten has a beautiful view of Bern. The gardens are a little underwhelming, pretty, but nothing spectacular. There is also a restaurant at the top, which was good, again, nothing amazing. It's a nice place to go on a beautiful day, but not a must see in Bern.Written May 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mervyn WKesh, UK48 contributionsReally beautiful clock and figures but be aware, the 'event' on the hour lasts for a total of 15 seconds when the figures revolve.Written June 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tunes79Barrow-in-Furness, UK569 contributionsWe took advantage of the free entry to Bern museums on Saturdays in August to explore the Bronze Age exhibit and some of the other parts of the museum.
The Bronze Age section was brilliantly presented. Learning about how people came to make bronze and how it was used - the fake hand was a particular highlight - was fascinating, and even our kids loves it as they got to bend metals and feel swords.
We also enjoyed the weapons displays and other exhibits in the basement. This is a lovely museum.Written September 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Rupert AAuckland21 contributionsA beautiful building, well worth a look inside and definitely pay for the tickets to climb the spire. Amazing views of Bern and the surrounding countryside . Time your visit for just before 3PM so you can be in the tower next to the ringing bells!Written September 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Akshaya SNoida, India520 contributionsWhile walking through Bern, you are never too far from the river. And the river looks magnificent from each viewing point. We saw it from high grounds when it looks far enough and up close from the bear pit where we were able to put our feet into the river and enjoy the coldness and calm. This is how rivers should be in between the cities.Written July 14, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SbruckieCarlsbad, CA104 contributionsOkay, I have read the reviews about this museum, but I happen to love any museum, and Paul Klee’s work is one of my favorites. They have plenty of it on exhibit in the downstairs exhibition. I am not a big fan of Chaplain, but the way this show is put together reflects some real mastery in curating. The tie between the two great masters is obvious in the exhibit. The Bauhaus exhibit upstairs is rather large, as the movement was global. Just as much thought was put into the multimedia displays as there was with downstairs. Plan on spending hours in this gallery if you want to truly take it all in. Worth the 20 francs.Written January 4, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tunes79Barrow-in-Furness, UK569 contributionsThe ‘new’ bear park gives Bern’s three bears room to roam and they seemed content enough while we were there.
It is not the wild, but it is many times better than a lot of zoo enclosures you see for similar animals. There is a lot of information around the edge of the park telling you about the bears and their history, and lots of places to watch them go about their lives.Written August 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - drKyriakosLimassol City, Cyprus201 contributionsSome very interesting things to see especially for young kids and bringing back memories to "older" people.
I recommend it.Written August 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Arthur MHamilton, Canada1,628 contributionsThe seat of Swiss power is pretty royal-looking, situated at the UNESCO World Heritage Site designated downtown of the Swiss capital. The view of the city from the back of the building is also a sight to behold. Don't miss it!
Unfortunately I didn't have time to take a tour inside since I went late afternoon, and there was a climate protest in front of the capitol when I visited.Written November 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ΑΚΑΛΑΝΘΙΣLitochoro, Greece1,243 contributionsEven though it was very cold and snowy the park was very interesting and we saw many animals . Everything seemed to be well taken care of and there was information everywhere. We really liked the section with the fish !!
There was a coffee machine there with everything and the wc was very cleanWritten February 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Wine & Roads209 contributions"Visit the magnificent Swiss Federal Palace square—it's truly worth experiencing."it is a very emblematic buildingWritten December 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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