Things to Do in Bern
17 curated spots from Bern itineraries
Activities & Attractions
10 curated experiences
Aare River Float
Enter the turquoise river near BearPark, float 3km to Marzili (summer).
1h 30m · Free
BearPark
Observe Bern's symbol bears in their natural Aare enclosure from bridges.
45m · Free
Bern Münster
Tour the Gothic **religious site** and climb tower for city panoramas.
1h 15m · $10
Einstein House
Quick visit to the physicist's former apartment and exhibit.
45m · $8
Federal Palace
Exterior views of Swiss government building and parliament guards.
45m · Free
Museum of Fine Arts Bern
Swiss and European art collections in elegant halls.
1h 30m · $18
PostFinance Arena
Catch SCL Tigers ice hockey game (check schedule; bus 5, 15min).
3h · $30-50
Rosengarten
Short uphill walk to rose gardens with epic Old Town overlooks.
1h · Free
Zentrum Paul Klee
Wave-like museum housing 4,000 Klee works; tram back to center (10min).
2h · $22
Zytglogge Clock Tower
Watch the hourly chime show and tour the medieval mechanisms inside.
1h · $10 or FreeRestaurants & Food
7 local favorites
Café de la Gare
Simple croissants, yogurt, and coffee en route to Gurten.
45m · $10-14 per person
Gurten Restaurant
Panoramic terrace with raclette and salads.
1h · $18-25 per person
Hollyfood Take-away
Fresh pastries, coffee, and Swiss rösti; grab-and-go with seating.
45m · $10-15 per person
Kornhauskeller
Hearty muesli, cheeses, and coffee in historic vaulted cellars.
1h · $12-18 per person
Marzili Tavern
Riverside Swiss fondue and raclette with cozy terrace.
1h 30m · $20-25 per person
Tempel Bern
Vegetarian Tibetan momos and salads in a relaxed cafe.
45m · $10-15 per person
Westside Food Stalls
Quick Swiss pretzels, sausages near arena pre-game.
45m · $10-15 per person