The most popular city tours in Bern

The « Fübi » edition of the Lust und Laster tour shows Bern from its mysterious and seductive side: facts come to light that cannot be found in any history book. Shortly after the start, those thirsty for (knowledge) will be handed a Wegbier, non-alcoholic if desired. At half-time, a second one is served at Café Fédéral on Bärenplatz - and a homemade pretzel with fleur de sel for a snack. We think this city tour with that certain something is perfect for celebrating the end of the day with colleagues.

On a « Fübi »

At 288 kilometers, the Aare is the longest continuous river in Europe and adorns the aerial view of the UNESCO-listed Old Town. The unmistakable spot - the Aare loop that winds around the federal city - was once used as protection against uninvited guests, among other things. Today, the Aare is a paradise for water lovers. What else was the river used for in the past, what are the stories behind the various fountains and what are the fountains on the Bundesplatz all about? This guided tour leaves no questions about water unanswered and even old Bernese residents are guaranteed to experience a few « aha » moments.

Around the water

On the « Bern for Bernese » tour, the city guides will surprise even long-time locals with something previously unknown - that's a promise! Because even those who walk under the arcades every day certainly don't know all the secrets of the city. Or who knows which building's shutters are merely painted onto the façade as dummies? Or which building served as a women's prison? The answers can be found - in addition to lots of other insider knowledge - on this entertaining tour for Bernese « locals » and anyone who wants to become one.

Bern for Bernese

Why does beer from a bottle taste different than beer from a glass? On the Bernese Beer Tour, you can find the answer to this and many more questions yourself: participants will learn everything about beer and its production at four different locations – from the hip, trendy brewery scene to the classic Altes Tramdepot (old tram depot). A professional beer sommelier will serve you 15 different beers and enhance the experience with exciting information and anecdotes. On this tour, learning is not only theoretical and dry, but practical and liquid. Santé!

Bernese Beer Tour

Take a look inside the centuries-old clockwork, learn about the background of this Bernese landmark, and enjoy the view over the roofs of Bern’s old town from the tower. This 50-minute-long tour will delight fans of technical masterpieces as well as history buffs and panorama lovers. What do the figures signify? How does the ingenious mechanism work? What stories are hidden behind the thick walls of this famous attraction? And what can you see from the tower windows? The answers to these and many more questions can be found on the guided tour of the « Zytglogge ».

Tour of the «Zytglogge»

Happy Birthday! Bern is celebrating its 175th anniversary as a federal city. In 1848, it was elected as the political pulse of Switzerland. However, not everyone was optimistic about this choice at the time. After extensive discussions, the Swiss agreed on a compromise. On November 28, 1848, the seat of the Swiss Confederation was chosen by the National Council and the Council of States in Bern - which is why it is called the Federal City rather than the capital. Why this difference and why Bern in particular? These and other facts are revealed in the city tour « 1848 - Bern's birth as a federal city ».

1848 - Bern's birth as a federal city

Albert Einstein, Paul Klee, and Friedrich Dürrenmatt all strolled through Bern’s arcades (so-called Lauben) and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere on the cathedral platform. Bern’s Old Town is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and enchants luminaries, people from all over the world and locals alike with its distinctive sandstone buildings, charming alleys, and monumental structures. The UNESCO Stroll through the Old Town shines a light on Bern’s historical side and leads you to the most famous sights: from the city gates, the Parliament and the Zytglogge (Clock Tower) past the fountains adorned with historical figures to Bern’s Cathedral.

UNESCO Stroll through the Old Town

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