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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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Popular things to do in Bern

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Water Body
Aare River
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
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World heritage site
UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Garden
Rose Garden (Rosengarten)
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Observation Deck
Clock Tower - Zytglogge
3.9
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Bern

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World heritage site
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4.4
Duration: 5h 30 min
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Water Body
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4.7
Duration: 6 hours
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Wildlife Area
Mt Pilatus Kriens
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Water Body
Lake Lucerne Lucerne
4.8
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Bern

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

Museums in Bern

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

Shopping in Bern

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

Kid-friendly things to do in Bern

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

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