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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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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

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Jungfraujoch
Grindelwald-Wengen-Murren-Lauterbrunnen
4.4
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Mt Pilatus
Kriens
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Lake Lucerne
Lucerne
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Duration: 2 hours
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Parasailing & Paragliding
Interlaken
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min

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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Barenpark
3.3
Duration: 30 minutes

Museums in Bern

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Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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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

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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