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Bern: The best Walking Tour with a Local Guide

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Bern: The best Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Top rated
4.9772725 out of 5 stars
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4.9772725 out of 5 stars
44 reviews

Discover the beauty of Bern on a two hour guided walking tour. Learn about the history, the legends and stories and visit all the most important landmarks to know everything about this amazing city.

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Duration 2 hours
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

R
Robert – Switzerland

Karina is one of the best guides we have had for various walking tours. She is passionate about what she does and it shows. She interacts so well with all of the participants. We would love to have more experiences guided by Karina!!

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Joe – United States

Our guide was great and made this tour a highlight of our trip and a great memory.

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    BearPark

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    Bärenpark Bern

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour

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    Guided tour

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    Bern Minster Cathedral

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour

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    Zytglogge

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour

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    Visit

  • Finish at:

    The Parliament Building

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Discover the history and culture of Bern on a guided walking tour
  • Admire the stunning architecture of the Berner Münster and the Bundeshaus
  • Learn about the history of Bern's famous bears at the Bärenpark
  • Marvel at the astronomical clock's spectacle at the Zytglogge
  • Enjoy the panoramic views of the Aare River and surrounding hills

Full description

Join a local guide for an exciting walking tour through the historic city of Bern, a Swiss gem brimming with charm and beauty. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage city, renowned for its stunning medieval architecture, vibrant cultural life, and spectacular landscapes.

Start at the Bärenpark, where you can see Bern's famous bears in a natural setting. Learn about the historical importance of bears to the city and enjoy this green space by the Aare River.

Walk in one of Bern's most iconic streets. Along this street, discover charming shops, cafes, and historic buildings while immersing yourself in the city's medieval atmosphere.

Enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Aare River and surrounding hills, admire the Gothic architecture of Bern Cathedral, relax in the tranquil gardens and green spaces, see the different administrative offices around and learn about the way of living in Switzerland.

Continue to the Berner Münster, the tallest Gothic cathedral in Switzerland. Marvel at its stunning architecture and delve into the fascinating history behind the cathedral's magnificent main doors.

Next, stop at the iconic Zytglogge, Bern's medieval clock tower. Discover its fascinating history and watch the astronomical clock's spectacle, a marvel of 15th-century engineering.

Arrive at the intriguing Kindlifresserbrunnen, a fountain dating back to the 16th century and learn about the legends and theories behind this peculiar statue, one of Bern's most curious landmarks and the most visit of all the fountains.

End your tour at the majestic Bundeshaus, the heart of Swiss democracy. Here, learn about the history and significance of this building, which houses the Federal Assembly and Federal Council. Enjoy the stunning views of the Aare River from the terrace and get recommendations on what to do after the tour.

Includes

  • Two hour Guided walking tour in Bern
  • Professional guide
  • Visit to iconic landmarks including Bärenpark, Bundeshaus, the Clock tower and the Cathedral of Bern.
  • Anecdotes and historical insights from a local guide
  • Tips on the best places to eat, drink, and explore
  • Tips on how to save money in Switzerland
  • Recommendations on what to do after the tour
  • Tips are not included (optional)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 8 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

The meeting point will be next to the bench in front of the bearpit. (The nearest to the Zollhaus Hotel).

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately
  • Bring a camera to capture the beautiful sights
  • Consider bringing a water bottle

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Robert – SwitzerlandJune 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Karina is one of the best guides we have had for various walking tours. She is passionate about what she does and it shows. She interacts so well with all of the participants. We would love to have more experiences guided by Karina!!
J
Joe – United StatesMay 26, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide was great and made this tour a highlight of our trip and a great memory.
S
Stacy – United StatesMay 22, 2025 – Verified booking
We were met promptly by Karina, our tour guide at the Bear Pit. She was the nicest person and a very knowledgeable tour guide. She didn't rush and stopped often pointing out things of interest. The Cathedral was awesome! We were so glad that she educated us that the Bears were not limited to the Bear Pit enclosure but had a much larger roaming area close to the river. I highly recommend this walking tour and suggest you ask for Karina as your guide.

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