5-Day Switzerland City Break in Bern

Photo of  view of the old city center ,Bern, Switzerland.
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
Optional
Flights
Optional
Travel app
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Description

Embark on a memorable 5-day city break in Bern, Switzerland!

Experience the ultimate Bern city break with our perfectly planned holiday package. Let us take care of the details so you can fully enjoy all the attractions and activities the city has to offer. Whether you're seeking to discover the rich cultural heritage of Bern or indulge in its delicious culinary scene, our holiday package has got you covered. Join us and discover the enchanting beauty of Bern, Switzerland!

The home for your 5-day holiday in Bern will be one of the city's best hotels. You'll choose from a great selection of places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Bern, close to many of the top attractions and best restaurants in the city. Bern offers excellent hotels for every budget, ensuring travelers a fantastic city break in Switzerland. You can rest assured that we will always recommend the best available places to stay in the city.

Throughout your vacation in Bern, you'll get the chance to experience some of the best attractions and activities offered in the city. UNESCO - Bern Old Town, Bern Minster church building, and Rose Garden Bern architectural structure are only a few of the many spectacular attractions and sights you'll find on your carefully planned travel itinerary.

Make the most of your holiday in Bern by adding tours and tickets to each day of your trip. With plenty of exciting tours to choose from, you'll never have a boring moment in Bern. Between attractions and activities, you'll have plenty of time to stroll along the best shopping streets and markets in the city. Here, you can buy unique souvenirs to remind you of your city break in Bern.

As your holiday in Bern comes to an end, you will return home with a newfound appreciation for the vibrant culture, rich history, and exciting atmosphere of this top travel destination in Switzerland. Your journey through Bern 's diverse neighborhoods, famous landmarks, and hidden gems will leave you with countless cherished memories and stories to share.

This travel plan is designed to include everything you need to experience the best trip to Bern, Switzerland. By booking this vacation package, you can avoid spending hours researching and planning your 5-day city break in Switzerland. Let the experts plan it for you so you can focus on enjoying it instead.

For the best holiday to Bern, we offer you the opportunity to customize each day of your city break vacation in Bern before and after booking. Our flexible trip planning means you'll be able to explore Bern the way you want, at your own pace.

Book with us to get access to 24/7 personal travel support throughout your entire journey and a step-by-step guide in our easy-to-use mobile app, which includes all your travel documents for your vacation in Bern. Moreover, rest assured knowing that all taxes are already covered in the price of your travel package.

The best flights, activities, tours, and hotels in Bern fill up quickly, so be sure to book your holiday package in advance. Select a date and start planning your city break in Bern as soon as today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Bern, Switzerland. View of the old city center and Nydeggbrucke bridge over river Aare.Bern / 4 nights
photo of an aerial view of the castle in the municipality of Köniz in snowy winter in Canton Bern, Switzerland.Köniz

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Attractions

Photo of a Bear is walking along edge of pool in Bern Bear Pit (Barengraben) in Bern Bear Park, Berne, Switzerland.Bear pit
photo of aerial view of scenic Bern old town cityscape with old buildings Bern Minster cathedral tower and Aare River view in Bern SwitzerlandBern Minster
photo of a beautiful sky with green trees and beautiful roses in Rose Garden Bern in Switzerland.Rose Garden Bern
UNESCO- Von Bern, Grünes Quartier, Stadtteil I, Bern, Bern-Mittelland administrative district, Bernese Mittelland administrative region, SwitzerlandUNESCO - Bern Old Town
photo of astronomical clock on the medieval Zytglogge clock tower in Kramgasse street in old city center of Bern, Switzerland.Zytglogge
photo of Bundesplatz the Swiss Capital Building in Bern, Switzerland.Bundesplatz
photo of a restaurant on top of Gurten hill near Bern, Switzerland.Gurten
Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum, Kirchenfeld, Stadtteil IV, Bern, Bern-Mittelland administrative district, Bernese Mittelland administrative region, SwitzerlandBernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum
photo of Zentrum Paul Klee in Bern, Switzerland.Zentrum Paul Klee
photo of Natural History Museum of Bern in Switzerland.Natural History Museum of Bern
photo of elevator to Munster Platform in Bern, Switzerland.Münster platform
photo of The Federal Palace of Switzerland, the parliament building of Switzerland in Bern, the Capital of Switzerland.Federal Palace of Switzerland
Museum of CommunicationMuseum of Communication
Universität Bern Botanical Garden, Altenberg, Stadtteil V, Bern, Bern-Mittelland administrative district, Bernese Mittelland administrative region, SwitzerlandUniversität Bern Botanical Garden
photo of frozen Meret Oppenheim Fountain and Police office at Waisenhausplatz in Bern, Switzerland.Waisenhausplatz

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 5

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Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
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Round trip
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Car
Yes
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Hotels

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Day 1 – Bern - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Bern - arrival day

  • Bern - Arrival day
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  • Rose Garden Bern
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Your exciting city break begins as soon as you arrive in the beautiful city of Bern. You’ll stay in Bern for 4 nights.

You’ll choose between some of the best hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Bern. With lots of excellent hotels to choose from, you're sure to have a fantastic experience during your city break.

Bern has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest to explore. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 5 days. Choose an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Bern right away.

An attraction we recommend you check out today is Rose Garden Bern. This architectural structure has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,016 travelers.

When you're ready to head out for dinner, an excellent restaurant you may want to try is Süder. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 519 customers and is sure to satisfy your hunger after a long day of exploring.

Another acclaimed restaurant in the city of Bern is Restaurant Rosengarten. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,281 customers, guests often have an outstanding experience at this restaurant.

Yet another popular place to eat, often recommended by locals, is Kornhauskeller. With an average rating of 4.5 of 5 stars among 1,436 customers, you may want to take a closer look at this restaurant's menu.

Bern is also home to several great bars for every travel budget. One of the best bars in the city is Lötschberg. This claim is supported by 1,268 customers who have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Another great bar in Bern is Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern. If you ask the 1,069 customers who have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars, Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern is the perfect place for a drink or two.

Locals also enjoy Adrianos Bar & Café, a great place to experience the local scene and unwind during your visit. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

This is the time to raise a toast for the beginning of your incredible 5-day vacation in Bern!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Bern

Day 2

Day 2 – Bern

  • Bern
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  • Federal Palace of Switzerland
  • Bundesplatz
  • Bear pit
  • Zentrum Paul Klee
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Wake up to day 2 of your exciting city break in Bern. You still have 3 nights left in Bern, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Bern today is the incredible bear pit. This attraction is an architectural structure and place of interest, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,215 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is UNESCO - Bern Old Town. UNESCO - Bern Old Town is a popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,343 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent must-see tourist destination in Bern too.

For the full Bern experience, visit the incredible Bern Minster. This one-of-a-kind church building is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,614 visitors.

After or in between exploring Bern, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Luce, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Entrecôte Fédérale. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,171 customers.

A favorite place to eat among many who have visited Bern is Lötschberg. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar. This place has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Lorenzini. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

Volver BarTapasCafé is another great place where you can celebrate after a long, fun day in Bern city. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Bern to come!

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Experiences

Day 3 – Bern

Day 3

Day 3 – Bern

  • Bern
  • Köniz
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  • Münster platform
  • Bern Minster
  • UNESCO - Bern Old Town
  • Zytglogge
  • Gurten
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On day 3 of your fun city break in Bern, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 2 nights left in Bern.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated architectural structure in Bern, bear pit. About 13,215 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

The popular UNESCO - Bern Old Town is another top sight in Bern that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This must-see tourist destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,343 reviews.

Bern Minster is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Bern. This church building has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,614 visitors.

Exploring Bern's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Bern's food culture.

Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare is one of the most popular restaurants in Bern. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Ristorante Azzurro Terra e Mare’s excellent menu. Approximately 1,032 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Mr. Pickwick Pub Bern. This Bern-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,069 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Abflugbar. Around 322 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Bern also enjoy the cocktails at Altes Tramdepot Brauerei und Restaurant. This place is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,739 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Another top-rated alternative for a celebratory drink is McCarthy's Irish Pub Bern. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 438 customers.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Bern, Switzerland.

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Day 4 – Bern

Day 4

Day 4 – Bern

  • Bern
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  • Natural History Museum of Bern
  • Museum of Communication
  • Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum
  • Universität Bern Botanical Garden
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Wake up to day 4 of your exciting city break in Bern. You still have 1 night left in Bern, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Bern today is the incredible bear pit. This attraction is an architectural structure and place of interest, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,215 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is UNESCO - Bern Old Town. UNESCO - Bern Old Town is a popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,343 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent must-see tourist destination in Bern too.

For the full Bern experience, visit the incredible Bern Minster. This one-of-a-kind church building is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,614 visitors.

After or in between exploring Bern, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Lorenzini. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

A favorite place to eat among many who have visited Bern is Volver BarTapasCafé. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Old City Irish Pub. This place has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 298 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Piazza Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 334 customers.

Ebrietas Bern is another great place where you can celebrate after a long, fun day in Bern city. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 305 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Bern to come!

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Day 5 – Bern - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Bern - departure day

  • Bern - Departure day
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  • Waisenhausplatz
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Your city break in Bern is coming to an end, and it's soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have on your departure day, this is your chance to catch one last glimpse of the beautiful city of Bern. We recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you can catch a later flight, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore. This extra time will let you dive into more iconic landmarks and uncover hidden gems.

Bear pit is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Bern. This architectural structure and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,215 visitors.

If you'd rather see something else, UNESCO - Bern Old Town must-see tourist destination is a great alternative. According to more than 4,343 reviews, adding up to an average score of 4.7 out of 5 stars, this attraction is a worthwhile visit in the city of Bern.

To soak in the last of Bern, you can also make a visit to Bern Minster church building. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,614 visitors.

If you're looking to enjoy one last delicious meal in Bern, consider a top-rated restaurant like Mille Sens. This restaurant is rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 444 customers.

If you feel like eating something else, Restaurant Essort is an excellent alternative. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 372 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Restaurant Da Carlo. It has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 523 customers.

You'll then say farewell to Bern and begin your journey home, now filled with unforgettable experiences, memories, and photos from Switzerland!

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