Things to do in Bern

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Clock Tower which includes landscape views and a city
Bern Natural History Museum featuring interior views
Bundeshaus showing a sunset, an administrative building and heritage architecture
Botanical Gardens which includes a park
Bern Rose Garden showing a city

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Areas of Bern

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Old City of Bern

5/5(31 area reviews)

Unique features of Old City of Bern include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Bern Town Hall or Berner Munster while you're exploring the area.

Old City of Bern
Bern Natural History Museum featuring interior views

Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde

If you're spending some time in Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde, Paul Klee Museum and Bern Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde
Bern Art Museum

Rotes Quartier

If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Wege zu Klee are top sights worth seeing.

Rotes Quartier
Botanical Gardens which includes a park

Breitenrain-Lorraine

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

While visiting Breitenrain-Lorraine, you might make a stop by sights like Wankdorf Stadium and Botanical Garden.

Breitenrain-Lorraine
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Langgasse-Felsenau

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Langgasse-Felsenau and surrounding area, you can visit Botanical Garden and Bern Art Museum.

Langgasse-Felsenau
Bundeshaus showing a sunset, an administrative building and heritage architecture

Gelbes Quartier

While visiting Gelbes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Theater am Zytglogge and Jackpot Spielcasino Bern.

Gelbes Quartier

Frequently asked questions

Is Bern worth visiting?
From retail therapy to history and outdoor adventures, there are many great things to do in Bern. Be sure to experience the area's mix of cool attractions, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Bern?
Once you've visited popular attractions like Bern Historical Museum and Einstein-Haus, spend the rest of your day exploring Bern's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Bern?
Berner Munster is one of the top tourist attractions in Bern and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Bern?
Three days will give you time to check out some popular city highlights, including Berner Munster, Bern Historical Museum and Einstein-Haus. The average stay in Bern is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your holiday, Interlaken isn't far away.
Is Bern a walkable city?
That depends on what you plan to see and do in Bern. Several sights, including Berner Munster and Bern Historical Museum, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Bern's best neighbourhoods, Innere Stadt is 0.16 kilometres away from downtown, while Old City of Bern is 0.16 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Bern with kids?
Deciding what to do in Bern with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or little ones, there are many family-friendly tours and attractions to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Bern for adults?
Kursaal Bern and Swiss Alpine Museum are just two of the things to do in Bern. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Bern?
One of the best ways to learn about free things to do in Bern is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can experience without reaching for your wallet. Berner Munster is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.