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Bern

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Observation Decks · Gardens · Wildlife Areas

City of Bears

The capital and political center of Switzerland, Bern sits on a peninsula formed by the U-shaped River Aare. The city boasts a historical town center that is a destination because of its history, museums, and public art. As a World Heritage Site, the medieval city is characterized by sandstone facades, narrow streets, and covered shopping arcades. Cafe culture thrives in Bern, but as with most Swiss cities, eating and drinking can quickly break the bank. In summer, a dip in the River Aare is a popular pastime. Make Bern central to your Switzerland travel plans using our Switzerland online trip planner.
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Top tours near Bern

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Popular things to do in Bern

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Aare River
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
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UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Rose Garden (Rosengarten)
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Clock Tower - Zytglogge
3.9
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Bern

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Jungfraujoch
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4.4
Duration: 5h 30 min
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Lake Geneva
Geneva
4.7
Duration: 6 hours
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Mt Pilatus
Kriens
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Lake Lucerne
Lucerne
4.8
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Bern

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The Cathedral of Bern
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Gurten
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Klingendes Museum
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min

Museums in Bern

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Zentrum Paul Klee (Paul Klee Center)
4.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Kindermuseum Creaviva
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Schweizerisches
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Museum of Communication
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min

Shopping in Bern

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Federal Building (Bundeshaus)
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
Gysi AG Chocolatier Suisse
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes
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Central Railroad Station
3.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
Shopping Und Erlebniscenter Westside
3.8
Duration: 4 hours

Kid-friendly things to do in Bern

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Tierpark Dahlholzli
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Einstein House (Einsteinhaus)
3.1
Duration: 30 minutes
Bernaqua | Water Park | Fitness | Wellness
2.2
Duration: 8 hours
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