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Bern: Highlights and Old Town Self-guided Walk

Bern: Highlights and Old Town Self-guided Walk

Get to know Bern in a relaxed way. Start the self-guided tour and spend a varied and beautiful time in this exciting and fascinating city. The tour begins with a warm "Grüezi" and takes you through the picturesque old town of Bern. Over a distance of just under 4 kilometres, you will discover the city's most important sights in around 3 hours, including the Zytglogge tower, the town hall and the impressive Bern Cathedral. It's like being shown Bern by a good friend who knows the city like the back of his hand and has many exciting stories and anecdotes to tell. The tour also takes you to the banks of the Aare, which flows through Bern and offers opportunities for walking, picnicking and even swimming. If it's warm enough, you can refresh yourself in the Aare in between. Other stops include the city gates, the city theatre, bridges over the Aare, beautiful fountains, the Einstein House and the town hall, before the tour ends at the impressive Federal Palace. An entertaining and varied tour that brings you closer to the beauty and history of Bern. You can start the tour at any time and as often as you like in the browser of a smartphone. On site or even from the comfort of your sofa. Enjoy your time in Bern! *** Good to know *** You will receive the link to start the tour in an email directly after booking.

Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Tour in a Small Group

Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Tour in a Small Group

Discover the wonders of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town of Bern on this unforgettable guided tour. Uncover its hidden treasures, architecture, culture and unearth its rich history with stories. 1. Uncover the city's top attractions the Clock Tower, the Federal Palace, the Parliament Building, the Prison Tower, the Cathedral of Bern, and more with lots of wonderful stories about the city. 2. Explore the winding cobblestone streets of the city, admiring the 15th-century landmarks such as the Zytglogge clock tower, the Käfigturm tower and while passing by beautiful gothic fountains, quaint cafes, and old buildings. 3. Learn about the city’s history, from its origins as a settlement in the 12th century to its current status as Switzerland’s political capital and city’s 800 years of history. 4. Explore Bern beyond the typical tourist spots and see the city through the eyes of a local and discover the numerous mesmerizing places Bern has to offer. 5. Capture the vibrant atmosphere of this colorful city on this memorable walking tour with an infotainment-style ensuring that you will not be bored.

Bern Old Town - Private Historic Walking Tour

Bern Old Town - Private Historic Walking Tour

Start your tour at the Käfigturm, a tower designed in Baroque style which was rebuilt between 1641 to 1644. This site had been used to interrogate criminals in the past, however, it is now a meeting place for the Polit-Forum where political discussions are held. Spanning about 300 meters in length in the Old town of Bern, you will walk by the Bundeshaus or the Federal house, which is one of the most important buildings in the country. The government and parliament are housed here. From here, you will continue on to the square known as Theaterplatz where you will come across the Hôtel de Musique. Picture yourself at the 13th century clock tower known as the Zytglogge. It was also used as a city gate and is now a very famous attraction. It features a 15th century astronomical clock, wooden beams and stone walls which will take you back in time. You will be astonished when it is time for it to strike. The next stop of the tour will be the Kornhaus (Granary) which has served various purposes over 300 years, the perfect place to test your photography skills. The Kornhaus features two restaurants and a library. As you continue, you will come across Chindlifresserbrunnen, a painted stone fountain by the Sculptor Hans Gieng from the 16th century. There are many speculations about what it depicts. You will continue walking in the Medieval center of Bern and walk by the Einstein House on the Kramgasse street. Known as the Berner Münster, you will visit the Cathedral of Bern, the tallest amongst all in Switzerland. The construction took place between 1421 and 1893 spanning more than 400 years. It features a tower which stands about 100 meters tall. Here, you will get to see masterpieces of art. The Cathedral also features the largest bell in Switzerland. The final stop of the tour will be at the Church known as the Nydeggkirche. It was built between 1341 and 1346. You will admire the Neo-gothic architecture. The Church replaced the old fortress and has been in service for more than 400 years.

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