Incorporating the city’s landmarks as well as its secret corners and hidden treasures, providing both historical background and amusing anecdotes, Bern’s city tours are as diverse as the city itself. Informed and interesting, funny and astonishing, historical and topical: the tours are instructive, exciting, and at times spooky – but always entertaining.
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UNESCO Stroll through the Old CityThe little alleys, baroque buildings and important sights of the medieval city tell an exciting story. Find out about Bern’s history on the classic UNESCO tour of the Old City.City Tours, Bern in 24 hours, Why Bern?UNESCO Stroll through the Old CityMore -
Tour of the Zytglogge (Clock Tower)Going on a tour of the Zytglogge (Clock Tower) means: taking a look behind the clock that has existed for hundreds of years, learning about the history of this Bernese monument and enjoying the wonderful view from the top of the tower.City Tours, Why Bern?, Why Bern?Tour of the Zytglogge (Clock Tower)More -
Spooky BernThe “Spooky Bern” city tour is a skin-tingling stroll through Bern’s underworld, where stories of ghosts and other specters abound. After all, the medieval narrow streets of Bern’s Old Town are fertile ground for scary stories and grisly secrets. Encounters with witches, mysterious dark shapes and banished spirits await during the tour.City ToursSpooky BernMore -
Citytour in your own busDiscover the most important sights of the UNESCO World Heritage Site from the comfort of your own bus. Along the way you will obtain explanations and background information from our guides.City ToursCitytour in your own busMore -
“E Ligu Lehm” – Tour of the Matte neighbourhoodWith a sordid past and a language of its own called "Matten-Berndeutsch", the Matte district –the oldest part of the city – has many a hair-raising story to tell. On this tour, participants will find out the darkest secrets of one of the most exciting neighbourhoods in Bern.City Tours“E Ligu Lehm” – Tour of the Matte neighbourhoodMore -
(Guilty) PleasureOn the “(Guilty) Pleasure” tour, you will discover Bern’s mysterious and seductive side and hear incredi-ble stories and erotic anecdotes from the past – and the present.City Tours(Guilty) PleasureMore -
Bern by noseWhat are the real smells of Bern? This olfactory tour literally allows visitors’ noses to guide them through the city’s streets and alleys. Anyone taking this tour finds themselves immersed in the world of smells, and experiences Switzerland’s capital from a very different standpoint.City ToursBern by noseMore -
1848 – Bern’s birth as a federal cityThe political epicentre of Switzerland: Although Bern is referred to informally as the “capital of Switzerland”, officially it has been a “federal city” since 1848. On this tour, participants will learn why that is and who was rather pessimistic about this decision.City Tours, Why Bern?, Why Bern?1848 – Bern’s birth as a federal cityMore -
E = mc² - Einstein in BernA guided tour all about time: Einstein’s Theory of Relativity gave us a new way of looking at the world, putting a new perspective on absolute time.City ToursE = mc² - Einstein in BernMore -
The “Einstein in Bern” TourFollow the trail of Albert Einstein. The physicist was living here when he developed his famous formula E=mc² in 1905, turning our notion of time and space on its head.City ToursThe “Einstein in Bern” TourMore -
Guided tour through Bernese beer cultureThe guided tour through Bernese beer culture! Find out everything there is to know about beer with the help of an experienced beer sommelier.City Tours, BarsBernese Beer TourGuided tour through Bernese beer cultureMore -
City tour for the blind and visually-impairedThis tour is designed specially to suit the needs of our blind and visually impaired visitors. Experience the UNESCO World Heritage Site through hearing, touch and smell.City ToursCity tour for the blind and visually-impairedMore -
iPod AudioGuideWith the iPod AudioGuide, you can follow your own personal city tour through the city of Bern.City ToursiPod AudioGuideMore -
Scooter TourDiscover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bern on two wheels!City ToursScooter TourMore -
Markttour mit Slow Food BernExperience laid-back seasonal shopping at Bern’s markets and learn interesting facts about sustainable ingredients and their production.City Tours, Eat & DrinkMarket Tour with Slow Food BernMarkttour mit Slow Food BernMore -
Foxtrail BernFoxtrail – the thrilling urban adventure – is a mix between a treasure hunt and an outdoor escape game. Solve tricky riddles, break secret codes and discover a new city in a playful way. Tons of fun for families, friends and colleagues!City ToursFoxtrail BernMore -
Explorial-Trail BernSolve riddles, learn something new and discover Bern’s Old Town together on the Explorial Trail – an entertaining scavenger hunt with your smartphone!City ToursExplorial-Trail BernMore -
On the Trail of Bern’s Colonial PastThis tour explores Bern’s colonial past – including financial speculation, ethnological expositions, and a South African plant that somehow found its way to the Swiss capital.City ToursOn the Trail of Bern’s Colonial PastMore -
City GolfIf you don't want to miss out on the sporty aspect of a city tour, then City Golf is the right choice. The 9-hole golf course leads through Bern's greenery and past many sights.City Tours, Why Bern?, Why Bern?City GolfMore -
Rickshaw – iPod AudioGuideGet to know Bern at a leisurely pace from the comfort of a three-wheeled rickshaw.City ToursRickshaw – iPod AudioGuideMore -
Gourmet-TourEnjoy a light brunch or a delicious apero while a guide takes you through Bern’s main attractions.City ToursGourmet-TourMore -
«Fondükscha»-Tour – A moving fondue feastThe special city tour for foodies: discover Bern while sipping a glass of white wine and twirling bread cubes in a hot cheese fondue. Your driver provides the entertainment with interesting facts and anecdotes about the city.City Tours«Fondükscha»-Tour – A moving fondue feastMore -
Bern’s Sweet SideDelicious city tours let you discover Bern’s exciting chocolate history.City Tours, Eat & DrinkBern’s Sweet SideMore -
Segway Tours: an innovative city driving experienceExperience the capital city of Berne in a different way and enjoy the completely new driving experience on the innovative and environmentally friendly Segway PT. Make one of the popular Segway City Tours and discover the sights of Berne.City ToursSegway Tours: an innovative city driving experienceMore
