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7 Days in Bern: Exploring the Heart of Switzerland

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20 Nov 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Bern, Switzerland's charming capital city. Discover fascinating museums, iconic landmarks, and breathtaking views as you immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this enchanting destination.

Trip to Bern

Day 1
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$125

Naturhistorisches Museum Bern
Museum with 1920s life-sized dioramas of animal habitats, plus geology exhibition & café.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$63
4 - 6 min

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Museum of Communication
Museum on people & their means of communication, with interactive exhibits & fictional characters.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
Day 2
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$0

The Parliament Building
Bicameral, cupola-topped parliamentary assembly building with a viewing gallery & guided tours.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Universität Bern Botanical Garden
Botanical garden established in 1860 featuring thousands of plant species in greenhouses & outdoors.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$125

Kleine Schanze
Small hilltop park with a lawn area, monuments & a music pavilion, plus scenic city views.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Museum of Fine Arts Bern
Museum opened in 1879 housing works by Paul Klee, Ferdinand Hodler, Meret Oppenheim & Pablo Picasso.
9:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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$63
7 - 10 min

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Zytglogge
Clock tower, reconstructed in 1405, with mechanical moving figures on the hour & astronomical clock.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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$63
Day 4
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$125

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$ 20

Münsterplattform
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum
Museum on Swiss cultural history with archaeological & ethnographical objects from the Stone Age on.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$94
26 - 32 min

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Gurten observation tower
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$31
Day 5
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$125

Zentrum Paul Klee
Art museum with 2 exhibition halls showing paintings, drawings & watercolours by Paul Klee.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$125
Day 6
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$0

The Cathedral of Bern
Gothic cathedral topped with 100m-high spire, known for its 1400s stained glass & sculptured portal.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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UNESCO - Bern Old Town
UNESCO World Heritage Site with arcaded walkways, fountains & Switzerland's tallest cathedral.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$0

Gurten Park
Lush mountain park with an observation tower, hiking trails, a playground & other attractions.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $520 In total

Activities & Food:$500
Transport:$20