Discover Bern, the charming Swiss capital with medieval flair. Experience historical sights, cultural diversity and culinary delights in the centre of a picturesque old town.

What to see and do in Bern. Top sights, landmarks, and tourist attractions not to miss in Switzerland's capital city. + Map & planning tips.

Bern became Switzerland’s capital in 1848, but it isn’t the bustling metropolis you would expect from one of Europe’s foremost countries. This is a city that changes perceptions about what a capital should be.

Discover Bern Christmas Market, one of the most beautiful Christmas Markets in Switzerland. The Old Town houses, dating from the 15th to 17th centuries, provide a fantastic and unique backdrop for the distinctive Bern Christmas markets.

Dusk descending over the Federal Palace in Bern, Switzerland. The Federal Palace is where the Swiss parlaiment is housed. It is located in Bern, the capital city. The building was completed in 1902. Jonathan Reid | Travel Portfolio | Architecture Portfolio | Facebook