Top Bern Outdoor Activities

Your expert guide will show you the city's highlights and hidden gems. On this walking tour you will be able to see a lot of places within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sights, your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. The focus of this tour is to see the city through the eyes of a local. This private tour can be customized according to your personal preferences. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. Therefore, the sightseeing points listed below in the itinerary are just an example of what is possible. Your guide can suggest other sightseeing points that better suit your interests. This tour has two options for guides: a local guide or a professional tour guide. Please be aware that a local guide does not have detailed historical knowledge. If profound knowledge is important to you, you should book the tour option with a professional tour guide.

Instead of waiting for others to catch up or feeling rushed while exploring Bern, this self-guided scavenger hunt activity allows you to discover the city at your own pace. Solve riddles and clues that lead you to a variety of highlights and landmarks. This experience combines a walking tour, sightseeing, and a fun scavenger hunt all in one. Plus, it is available in English, German, Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese.

Bern's UNESCO-listed Old Town is already worth a visit, and this walking tour adds the story of Swiss chocolate to the experience. Follow your local guide past landmarks such as Zytglogge Clock Tower and Bern Cathedral, with samples throughout and a dedicated tasting stop at an award-winning chocolate shop. The route ends at the BearPark, where brown bears roam a riverside enclosure.

Visit Lake Thun and Lake Brienz on this hop-on hop-off day cruise from Interlaken. Simply choose your preferred date, then take a cruise to discover the lake’s sights at your own pace. Perhaps check out the castles around the lake or simply sit back and soak in the views of the Bernese Oberland mountains. How you spend your day is up to you.

The Best Way to Discover Bern: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a Swiss chocolate or a museum visit and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems and beautiful spots revealed along the way. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Heiliggeistkirche, Käfigturm, The Parliament Building, Stadttheater, UNESCO - Bern Old Town, Zähringerbrunnen, Bern City Hall, Nydeggkirche, The Cathedral of Bern, and the Bernisches Historisches Museum / Einstein Museum.

All tickets included – no reservations or hidden fees! We’ll pick you up in Bern and travel directly to Interlaken, the adventure capital of Switzerland. Enjoy a guided walk through the town, surrounded by two sparkling lakes and the stunning Jungfrau mountain. You’ll have free time for photos, Swiss chocolate, and souvenir shopping. Then, sit back and relax on the GoldenPass panoramic train as we journey through alpine valleys, charming villages, and crystal-clear lakes — a true postcard-perfect experience. Our final stop is Lucerne, one of Switzerland’s most picturesque cities. Explore the colorful Old Town, see the iconic Chapel Bridge, and enjoy amazing lake and mountain views before returning to Bern. - All-inclusive: transportation, GoldenPass train, guided tours - Scenic panoramic train with breathtaking mountain and lake views - Guided visits in Interlaken & Lucerne with free time to explore

Perfect for first-time visitors to Bern, this small-group walking tour will introduce you to many of the city’s top attractions—as well as its hidden corners. Meet your guide in Bern’s Old Town, and set off on foot. Learn about the city’s history while you admire highlights like the Bern Cathedral, Bundesplatz (home to the Swiss government headquarters), and Zytglogge (a medieval clock tower), and follow your guide to lesser-known spots, too.

Discover one of Switzerland’s most iconic alpine destinations on this small-group tour from Interlaken to Oeschinen Lake. Travel by train through the scenic Kandertal valley to the charming village of Kandersteg, where your mountain experience begins. A gondola ride lifts you effortlessly into a breathtaking alpine landscape, followed by a gentle and easy hike leading to the famous lake. Oeschinen Lake is widely considered one of the most beautiful and popular mountain lakes in Switzerland, known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and dramatic mountain backdrop. With around two hours of free time, you can explore panoramic trails, relax by the shore, or enjoy a leisurely picnic surrounded by nature. This tour is perfect for all fitness levels, combining easy walking, stunning scenery, and a relaxed pace in an intimate small-group setting — an unforgettable Swiss Alps experience

Delve into the country’s most spectacular landscapes during this marvellous three-part guided tour, accompanied by an expert guide. Capturing magical glacier waterfalls, you’ll be completely immersed in Switzerland's historical heritage, nature, and culture, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience that will warm your heart!

Immerse yourself in the enchanting capital of Switzerland with our premium audio guide, crafted by local historians and sound artists. Unlike rigid group tours, our experience grants you the freedom to explore Bern's UNESCO-listed Old Town at your own rhythm—pause, replay, or linger where your curiosity takes you. Uncover hidden stories and secret spots that even locals don't know about, from medieval legends to architectural mysteries. Our professionally narrated commentary, enriched with ambient sounds and musical elements, transforms ordinary sightseeing into a cinematic journey through time. Skip the crowded tour groups and expensive private guides while gaining deeper insights than any guidebook offers. The perfect blend of flexibility and insider knowledge ensures you'll experience authentic Bern beyond the tourist façade, creating memories that last a lifetime.

A medieval town stacked on a river bend, guarded by fountains and one very Gothic cathedral — Fribourg plays in two languages and hides clues in both. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Fribourg on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Meet the Fontaine de Samson, strongman of the old town's fountains • Climb toward the Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas and its 74-metre tower • Cross the Pont de Berne, the wooden bridge over the Sarine Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Switzerland's best-kept medieval secret, unlocked.

Step into the world of Sherlock Holmes and solve a mysterious case during the Sherlock Holmes City Game - a self-guided adventure full of puzzles, plot twists, and hidden clues. This City Game is all about story-driven gameplay and immersive mystery solving, it pulls you into a captivating story that you solve together, making it a unique way to connect, play, and create memories with your group. Perfect for friends, families, colleagues or solo players who enjoy a challenge and love detective games. Whether you play solo or in teams, it's a flexible and fun experience that turns the city into your crime-solving playground. After booking, check your email for clear instructions, download the Loquiz app, and dive straight into your detective mission.

Embark on an intimate small-group adventure from Bern by train to the picturesque village of Lauterbrunnen in the Bernese Oberland. Stroll through the charming village, immersing yourself in its serene beauty and marveling at the Staubbach waterfall. Ascend to the alpine village of Mürren via cableway, where you'll enjoy free time to explore its idyllic surroundings. This tour promises an immersive experience, seamlessly blending natural wonders, cultural exploration, and leisure time in the heart of the Swiss Alps. • scenic train ride from Bern to Interlaken along Lake Thun • explore Lauterbrunnen and the iconic Staubbach waterfall • ascend by scenic cable car to the alpine village of Mürren • wander through Mürren’s car-free streets with traditional charm • enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks • time for lunch at a mountain restaurant or an easy alpine walk • travel typically Swiss by train with your tour guide

Thun stacks a 12th-century castle above a medieval market street with raised sidewalks — and drops the whole arrangement beside a turquoise Alpine lake with the Eiger on the horizon. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Thun on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Cross the Rathausplatz, the arcaded square at the foot of the castle hill • Climb to Schloss Thun, the white keep with four corner towers above the roofs • Visit the Stadtkirche, whose octagonal tower watches over lake and old town Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. By the last riddle, the gateway to the Bernese Oberland will have opened up completely.

A Foxtrail is a mixture of sightseeing, scavenger hunt and escape game where the trail of the virtual fox has puzzles and hidden messages for you that have to be found and solved so that you can find the next post. But watch out the fox is very cunning now and then - but if you can't get any further, just call the free helpline and get back on track. You can only achieve your goal with team spirit, skill and intelligence!

Explore the stunning Swiss Alps on a private full-day tour from Zurich, visiting Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. With a local English-speaking driver, enjoy the charm of Grindelwald, the breathtaking waterfalls of Lauterbrunnen, and panoramic views of the Bernese Oberland. Customize your journey with Interlaken. This exclusive experience is perfect for small groups of 1–7 guests looking for a personalized alpine adventure. - Private tour with flexible itinerary for 1–7 guests - Explore Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen at your own pace - Scenic drive with hotel pickup and drop-off in Zurich

Take a break from bustling Bern and discover one of Switzerland’s most famous sights on this full-day tour to Zermatt, home of the Matterhorn. Explore the traditional mountain town with your local guide, then ascend to the Gornergrat summit by cogwheel railway for panoramic views of the Matterhorn, Alps, and beyond. Avoid hidden costs with round-trip transportation from Bern Station included in the price.

Join a Lokafyer guide in Bern for a private walking tour that’s a new concept in travel. Exploring with a Bern local is less like a traditional tour, and more like having a friend to show you around, share tips on the area, and give personalized recommendations. From a pre-tour consultation by phone or chat to the walking tour itself, the entire experience is tailored to you.

Your expert local guide (former diplomat and development expert) will show you selected parts of the capital city and put emphasis on unique features of the Swiss political system, explain why it is working and compare it to other systems. While walking through the city you will be able to see most of the main attractions but on top you will get a unique insight into the way Switzerland works. As an example, you will learn about the social peace agreement, the role of chocolate and the importance of outstanding and integrative personalities like Henri Dufour and Ernst Bloch. Furthermore, you will learn about the key elements of the history of Switzerland's famous neutrality. The focus of this tour is to see the city from a local perspective while learning about the bright and also the less bright sides of the political exception Switzerland. Points of special interest can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up.

Embark on an exclusive private adventure from Bern, journeying by train to the enchanting village of Grindelwald. Explore the picturesque streets before ascending via cogwheel train to the stunning Kleine Scheidegg. Marvel at the panoramic views to Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau during your lunch break as you continue to to Lauterbrunnen with breathtaking vistas of the iconic Staubbach waterfall. This personalized tour ensures an intimate exploration of the Swiss Alps, providing an unforgettable experience amidst the natural wonders of the Jungfrau region. • stroll through the alpine village of Grindelwald • stunning views to the alpine mountains Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau • visit the famous Staubbach waterfall at Lauterbrunnen • travel typically Swiss by train with your private tour guide • enjoy the changing landscape during the train journeys

This full-day journey invites you to explore the best of the Lake Thun region, where history, nature, and Swiss tradition come together in breathtaking harmony. Discover Thun, a fairy-tale town with medieval charm and panoramic views. Cruise across the deep-blue waters of Lake Thun, surrounded by mountains and vineyards. End the day in Interlaken with a tasting experience of local cheese, or Swiss chocolate (Monday to Friday - Cheese tasting, Saturday and Sunday - chocolate tasting) - All-inclusive tickets: boat, train - Thun Old Town City tour with castle views and riverside walks - Scenic boat cruise on Lake Thun with optional lunch on board - Cheese/Chocolate tasting

Step aboard the Glacier Express with your own private guide and prebooked ticket. Giving you the chance to relax as you ride with your guide by intercity train from Bern to Chur, the experience is perfect for those who want to experience the Glacier Express but are unsure of the logistics. After boarding the famous train at Chur, you’ll learn about the mountainous region, and gaze out of panoramic windows to see the bridges, valleys, and lakes that typify the region. An onboard 3-course lunch is also included.

Discover the Swiss Alps in an intimate small-group tour. Travel by train from Bern via Interlaken to Grindelwald, ride the gondola up to First, and enjoy a scenic 1-hour-hike to the crystal-clear Lake Bachalp (Bachalpsee). Along the way, take in breathtaking views of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, learn about alpine flora and local traditions, and relax with a picnic by the lake. With plenty of time for photo stops, a break at the famous Cliff Walk, and a return journey through charming valleys, this tour combines comfort, nature, and authentic Swiss experiences. Fitness level: -Easy - no prior training required. Hiking time: -2 hours in total Equipment: -Solid and comfortable footwear -Weather-appropriate -durable clothing (layered clothing recommended) -Sun and rain protection -Snacks and drinking water