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9 Days in Bern: A Journey of Delights

Meli Herrera

Meli Herrera

21 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure in Bern, Switzerland. Explore historic landmarks, indulge in delectable cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this charming city.

Trip to Bern

Day 1Sweet Treats and Old Town Wonders
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$186

Confiserie Eichenberger AG
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
2 - 3 min

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UNESCO - Bern Old Town
UNESCO World Heritage Site with arcaded walkways, fountains & Switzerland's tallest cathedral.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Hollyfood
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$70
1 - 2 min

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Bonbec
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 2From Poolside Relaxation to Exotic Wildlife
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$228

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$ 8

Marcel's Marcili
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$58
2 - 3 min

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Freibad Marzili
This busy, city hub for swimming has several pools, grass lawns & a backdrop of historic buildings.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$38
24 - 35 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$54
9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$78
Day 3Breathtaking Views and Culinary Delights
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$206

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$ 24

Bäckerei Aegerter (Gurten Bäckerei)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$62
10 - 12 min

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Gurten Park
Lush mountain park with an observation tower, hiking trails, a playground & other attractions.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$84
4 - 5 min

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Krua Thai
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 4Bar Hopping and Architectural Marvels
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$165

Colonial Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
2 - 3 min

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Zytglogge
Clock tower, reconstructed in 1405, with mechanical moving figures on the hour & astronomical clock.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
4 - 6 min

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The Cathedral of Bern
Gothic cathedral topped with 100m-high spire, known for its 1400s stained glass & sculptured portal.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Münsterplattform
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Einstein au jardin
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$50
4 - 5 min

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Restaurant Commerce
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 5Cafeteria Bliss and Museums Galore
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$251

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$52
4 - 6 min

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Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum
Museum on Swiss cultural history with archaeological & ethnographical objects from the Stone Age on.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
4 - 5 min

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Naturhistorisches Museum Bern
Museum with 1920s life-sized dioramas of animal habitats, plus geology exhibition & café.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$25
2 - 3 min

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Café Pavillon
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$76
4 - 6 min

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Bistrot l'esprit nouveau
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 6Coffee, Gardens, and Charming Cafés
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$156

Coffee Fellows
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
2 - 3 min

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The Parliament Building
Bicameral, cupola-topped parliamentary assembly building with a viewing gallery & guided tours.
9:00 AM - 10:30 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.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Café Fleuri
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$52
12 - 17 min

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Das Lehrerzimmer
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 7Parks, Art, and Scenic Views
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$246

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$ 8

Park-Café Kleine Schanze
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
3 - 4 min

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Kleine Schanze
Small hilltop park with a lawn area, monuments & a music pavilion, plus scenic city views.
9:00 AM - 9:45 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.
10:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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$25
6 - 8 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.
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Hotel Landhaus by Albert & Frida GmbH
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$84
9 - 14 min

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Restaurant Rosengarten
Tranquil city park known for its floral diversity, sweeping city views, playground & restaurant.
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Casa Novo - Restaurante and Vinoteca
Auswärts gehen, heisst nach Hause kommen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$86
Day 8Fine Dining, Casino Thrills, and Gastropubs
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$188

Restaurant Giardino
Wir zaubern die Geschmackserlebnisse Italiens frisch auf Ihren Teller.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$56
5 - 8 min

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Grand Casino Bern
Casino with roulette, blackjack, poker & slot machines, plus a restaurant, 2 bars & smoking lounge.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$62
8 - 11 min

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Restaurant OKRA
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$70
Day 9Royal Gardens and Cultural Gems
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$249

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$ 16

Vatter Royal
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$34
5 - 8 min

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Museum of Communication
Museum on people & their means of communication, with interactive exhibits & fictional characters.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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Zentrum Paul Klee
Art museum with 2 exhibition halls showing paintings, drawings & watercolours by Paul Klee.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$50
8 - 11 min

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Asia HuaKy 华记 餐厅
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$58
8 - 10 min

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Ristorante Bella Vita Pizzeria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$82

Budget breakdown: $1928 In total

Activities & Food:$1874
Transport:$55