Old City of Bern Travel Guide

Bern

A historic town with a prominent church spire, cobblestone streets, and surrounding greenery.
A large historic building with a green dome and classical architecture.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a large open square, and a pink sky.
A scenic view of a town with a river, surrounded by hills and greenery.
A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, ornate pipe organs, and rows of pews.

Stay near popular Old City of Bern attractions

A grand building with a dome and statues, surrounded by a reflective plaza and other classical architecture.

Federal Palace

8.8/10 (334 reviews)
Federal Palace is just one of the places to see in Bern, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.
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Top hotels in Old City of Bern

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

3 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 26 Bern BE
The price is 4.727.505 ₫ per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
4.727.505 ₫
5.274.582 ₫ total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (710 reviews)
"Great staff and very clean."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

5 out of 5
Bahnhofplatz 11 Bern BE
The price is 10.557.319 ₫ per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
10.557.319 ₫
11.325.929 ₫ total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
NH Bern The Bristol

NH Bern The Bristol

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 10 Bern
The price is 5.713.373 ₫ per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
5.713.373 ₫
6.297.913 ₫ total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We were very happy with all aspects of our stay. The location is central but is on a quiet street and only a short walk to the centre and attractions. The staff were very friendly and I would happily recommend."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

NH Bern The Bristol
Hotel Savoy Bern

Hotel Savoy Bern

4 out of 5
Neuengasse 26 Bern
The price is 6.179.137 ₫ per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
6.179.137 ₫
6.781.376 ₫ total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"3 minute walk to the train station. AC in the Rooms. Small Refrigerator in the room. Disposable sleepers provided. Hand and body lotion provided. Push buttons in shower to turn on the hand held and rain shower modes. 2 bottles of water provided every day. Coffee and Tea pot in room."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Hotel Savoy Bern
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel

Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel

3 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 41 Bern BE
The price is 6.287.599 ₫ per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
6.287.599 ₫
6.893.862 ₫ total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 4 Bern BE
The price is 5.899.678 ₫ per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
5.899.678 ₫
6.491.298 ₫ total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (948 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
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Where to stay in Old City of Bern

Find the best Old City of Bern areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river winding through a town with historic buildings and a prominent church spire.
Photo by Paczeal Zhao
Open Photo by Paczeal Zhao

Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde

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

A historic building with ornate architecture, including domes and statues, under a clear blue sky.
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Open Photo by FromSwitzerlandToWorld

Rotes Quartier

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

A cityscape with a prominent church tower and a cathedral, surrounded by mountains in the background.
Photo by Yannik Adrion
Open Photo by Yannik Adrion

Breitenrain-Lorraine

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

A large, historic building with domed structures and columns.

Innere Stadt

While visiting Innere Stadt, you might make a stop by sights like Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster.

A river with a bridge, a tower, and surrounding greenery.

Langgasse-Felsenau

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

Old City of Bern Travel Guide

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