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Elmo was a great guide,...
Elmo was a great guide, friendly helpful and knowledgable. We had a great time in Bern on the walking tour with him
Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $86 / person
- Location
- Bern, Switzerland
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 17 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Guydeez
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide front of Schweizerhof hotel
Description
Embark on a captivating journey through Bern with our "Bern: Highlights & Hidden Gems Walking Tour." Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour offers a blend of iconic attractions and lesser-known corners, providing a comprehensive overview of the city's rich history and culture. Meet your knowledgeable guide in front of Schweizerhof Hotel, and set off to discover the heart of Swiss democracy at Bundesplatz, home to the Swiss government headquarters.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 21 times a day, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult
- $86
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $172.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:33 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Parliament Square
Discover the heart of Swiss democracy at the Bundeshaus, with its grand green dome, stained-glass windows, and historic statues.
Clock Tower - Zytglogge
Experience time like never before at Zytglogge - Bern's iconic clock tower! Witness the oldest Swiss clock come alive with automata shows on the hour. Marvel at the astronomical clock and the tower's medieval architecture.
Zahringerbrunnen
Discover the legend of Bern's founder with a visit to Zahringerbrunnen, a stunning fountain featuring an armored bear and Zahringen lion.
Bern's Bear Pit is a large and popular park that features many brown bears, the city's symbol.
Berner Munster
Experience Switzerland's largest Gothic church, Bern Cathedral or Berner Münster, with its stunning stained glass windows and fine art.
What's included
Included
Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group.
Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
Walking tour
Customization of the tour
In-person: English, Spanish, French, Italian and German speaking guide
Not included
Drink or Food
Tips (Optional)
Tickets to any attractions
Transportations (The cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
17 reviews
How it compares in Bern
- No. 11 by number of reviews among 127 tours in Bern
- Starting price $86 is 11% below the typical $97 for tours of similar length in Bern
Excurgo comparison of 127 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It's a city tour and not a tour inside the monuments.
- Recommended for all travelers
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide take?
Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide cost?
Prices start at $86 per person for this Bern experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $172. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 21 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Can I cancel Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your guide front of Schweizerhof hotel. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Bern Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour With A Guide worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Guydeez.
Reviews(17)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Cannot give a recommendation
Terrible contact and communications with local operator, guide spoke minimal english; she followed the script. NO HIDDEN GEMS.... not worth our time, train trip in from Zurich or learning any real historical info.
D
Great sites
Our group totaled three couples. We booked separately, but didn't realize that was going to put us in different groups. It was a little bit of a mess up at first, but the two guides handled it great. Either way, don't book your group separate from each other. That said, the trip was amazing, and our guide, Elmo, was fantastic. He started by taking us to a map showing the evolution of Bern over the last couple centuries, and showed us breathtaking cathedrals and banking sites. We recommend this tour. It was also an easy train ride from Lousanne, but it was $36 each way per person.
C
Bern walking tour with Carlos
We had a wonderful walking tour of Bern with Carlos. He was wonderful. Fun and funny and extremely knowledgeable about Bern and Switzerland in general. We enjoyed our tour and felt we learned a lot. I would definitely recommend this tour!
V
Great tour! Very informational.
Nice overview of the city. We hit all the major attractions and learned lots about the history. Well worth the cost.
C
Great personal tour of Bern!
Wonderful tour with a knowledgeable guide. Very personable and kept the tour very interesting. We enjoyed it so much!
K
Good tour of the city hitting highlights
Informative tour of Bern Guide was on time and returned us to starting point Lots of information Very nice and accommodating guide
N
The tour was wonderful...
The tour was wonderful and our guide Carlos was fantastic. He went at a slow pace to accommodate us and went to the places we wanted to see.
A
Well worth the detour.
Bern is a charming historic city and a UNESCO world heritage site. Franca is an excellent and engaging guide.
B
Informative and entertaining!
Lara was a very informative and entertaining tour guide. I felt a real connection to Bern by the conclusion of the tour! Highly recommended
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