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Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower

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Guided tour
Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower
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Top rated
4.7406807 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.7406807 out of 5 stars
617 reviews

Visit the Zytglogge, the famous clock tower, and experience a tour of the first Western city gate (1218 - 1256) in Bern's old city. Visit the clockwork and follow a puppet show step by step.

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Duration 1 hour
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English, French, Italian, German

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Nicki – United Kingdom

My young daughter and I really enjoyed our tour of the clock tower. It was fascinating to see the complexities of the clockwork inside and our guide was excellent.

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Rob – United States

A must do for anyone with an interest in historical, over 500 years old, mechanisms.

Highlights

  • Visit the Zytglogge in the old city of Bern and learn more about the impressive tower from the 1300s
  • Discover the first Western city gate and enjoy an incredible view of everything from the city to the Alps
  • Admire the golden inner workings of the clock and see an incredible puppet show

Full description

Conceived in the 1300s, the clock tower is one of the remainders of Bern's first city walls. For over 600 years, the clock has struck on the hour. Inside, time seems to stand still and cool solitude awaits.

The reliable ticks of the Middle Age technology impart a steadiness to visitors. Approximately 130 steps to the top of the spiral staircase lead you to a lookout platform. From here, see the roofs of the old city and maybe even the Alps.

Visit the clockwork with your guide and follow the puppet show step by step until the famous rooster crows.

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  • The tour takes place in one or two languages
  • Please note your preferred language when booking

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4.7 /5

based on 617 reviews

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  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Nicki – United KingdomNovember 7, 2024 – Verified booking
My young daughter and I really enjoyed our tour of the clock tower. It was fascinating to see the complexities of the clockwork inside and our guide was excellent.
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Rob – United StatesAugust 29, 2024 – Verified booking
A must do for anyone with an interest in historical, over 500 years old, mechanisms.
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Michelle – United StatesAugust 3, 2024 – Verified booking
Michel was very informative and allowed us to really see the ins and outs of the clock workings. Great history to learn about and the mechanics of the clock tower are pretty amazing to see. Would definitely recommend.

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