Ready to explore Bern? Immerse yourself in the heart of Switzerland!

Begin your Bern adventure at the main train station, then stroll through the lively city center toward the Bundeshaus, Switzerland’s Federal Palace. Admire its Renaissance architecture and learn about Bern’s role as the country’s political heart. Continue into the charming UNESCO listed Old Town, with its medieval fountains, historic buildings, and the famous Zytglogge clock tower. Discover the stories behind the colorful fountains and walk through the arcades, one of Europe’s longest covered promenades. We then visit the Bern Cathedral, a stunning Gothic landmark, before passing the Einstein House and exploring the physicist’s connection to the city. At the Bear Pit, meet Bern’s beloved bears and learn why they symbolize the city. The tour ends at the Rosengarten, offering one of the finest views of the Old Town and the Aare River.

1. Bern Train Station Begin at Bern’s main station and walk into the UNESCO listed Old Town. See the Zytglogge, the 13th century clock tower with its astronomical clock, and continue through the city’s 6 km of arcades, one of Europe’s longest covered promenades. 2. Fountains & Legends Discover Bern’s Renaissance fountains, including the Kindlifresserbrunnen and the Moses Fountain, each tied to medieval stories and local traditions. 3. Bern Cathedral (Münster) Visit Switzerland’s tallest Gothic cathedral. Optionally climb the tower for sweeping views of the Aare River and the Alps. 4. Einstein’s Bern Pass the places where Albert Einstein lived and developed his theory of relativity while working as a patent clerk. 5. Bear Park Meet Bern’s iconic bears and learn why they became the city’s enduring symbol. 6. Rosengarten End at the Rosengarten, offering one of the finest panoramas of the Old Town and the Aare.