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Private Guided Walking Tour in Bern

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2 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Private 2-hour walking tour with a professional local guide
UNESCO-listed Old Town with arcaded streets and historic squares
Spitalgasse, Bärenplatz & Marktgasse in the heart of the city center
Iconic Zytglogge clock tower, Bundesplatz and the Swiss Parliament Building
Aare River promenade and Bear Park district, framing Bern’s landmark views
Meet & greet with professional local guide in Bern.

Guided walk through Bern’s historic center with, medieval arcades, sandstone façades, fountains, and cobblestone streets.

Key landmarks including the Holy Ghost Church, Spitalgasse, Bärenplatz, and Marktgasse in the heart of the Old Town.

Iconic Zytglogge clock tower, followed by Bundesplatz and the Swiss Parliament Building, the political heart of Switzerland.

Aare River promenade toward the Bear Park, with tour conclusion at the Rose Garden over Bern’s Old Town and surrounding landscapes.

What's Included

  • Meet & greet in the hotel lobby
  • Local Guide Services in Bern
  • Optional meal
  • Transfer to the City Center
  • Visit to the Einstein House Museum
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Meeting and Pickup

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The local guide will greet you at the lobby of your centrally located hotel. If your accommodation is far from the centre of Bern city, we will set the meeting point in front of Bern's main Train Station.

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Church of the Holy Ghost

The first visited place will be the Holy Ghost Church (Heiliggeistkirche) dating back to the fifteenth century, which has been renovated in the 2005-2006.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old City

Next, stroll through the Old Town (Altstadt), and feel like you are walking on pages of a history book all along the Spitalgasse Street and Barenplatz.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Clock Tower - Zytglogge

Additionally, you will discover the Zytglogge - the world’s oldest functioning clock tower. This decorated astronomical calendar watch is the masterpiece of Bern’s Old Town, and has been in service for over five hundred years.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided Walking Tour in Bern?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-7227P230

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What's Included

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  • Meet & greet in the hotel lobby
  • Local Guide Services in Bern
  • Optional meal
  • Transfer to the City Center
  • Visit to the Einstein House Museum
  • Visit to the Kunstmuseum in Bern

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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