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Discovering Bern: A Journey Through History and Nature

Tessa Gray

Tessa Gray

25 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure in Bern, Switzerland, as you explore its rich history and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. From fascinating museums to stunning viewpoints, this itinerary is designed to captivate your senses and leave you with unforgettable memories.

Trip to Bern

Day 1Unveiling the Past: Bernisches Historisches Museum, Einstein Museum, and More
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$321

Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum
Museum on Swiss cultural history with archaeological & ethnographical objects from the Stone Age on.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$56
4 - 5 min

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Naturhistorisches Museum Bern
Museum with 1920s life-sized dioramas of animal habitats, plus geology exhibition & café.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$38
11 - 16 min

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Zoo Bern
Opened in 1937, this animal park on 15 hectares offers a petting zoo, a vivarium & a bear park.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$56
9 - 14 min

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Restaurant Dählhölzli
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$171
Day 2Artistic Delights and Breathtaking Views: Zentrum Paul Klee, Rosengarten, and Beyond
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$244

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$ 12

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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$75
8 - 10 min

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Restaurant Rosengarten
Tranquil city park known for its floral diversity, sweeping city views, playground & restaurant.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Bear Pit
Hilly park incorporating a 19th-century bear pit, now home to many brown bears, the city's symbol.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$19
8 - 12 min

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The Cathedral of Bern
Gothic cathedral topped with 100m-high spire, known for its 1400s stained glass & sculptured portal.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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de Fusco Ristorante Enoteca
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$150
Day 3A Tapestry of Culture and Charm: Museum of Fine Arts Bern, UNESCO Old Town, and More
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$252

Museum of Fine Arts Bern
Museum opened in 1879 housing works by Paul Klee, Ferdinand Hodler, Meret Oppenheim & Pablo Picasso.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
7 - 10 min

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Zytglogge
Clock tower, reconstructed in 1405, with mechanical moving figures on the hour & astronomical clock.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$38
3 - 4 min

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UNESCO - Bern Old Town
UNESCO World Heritage Site with arcaded walkways, fountains & Switzerland's tallest cathedral.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Zimmermania
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$177

Budget breakdown: $829 In total

Activities & Food:$817
Transport:$12