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Get a comprehensive overview of Bern on this 2-hour walking tour, ideal for first-timers in the de-facto capital. Get an intimate glimpse of local landmarks like the Bear Pit and Zytglogge Tower as you explore on foot and benefit from expert insights and personalized attention from your small-group guide. The tour is available in English, Spanish, and Italian to suit your language preference.

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.

Bern can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This is a personalized experience where you will discover the exterior of monuments, including museums. If you’d like to include an actual museum visit, your guide can create a customized itinerary—just let us know in advance. As you explore, your guide shares insights into Bern’s culture, history, and hidden gems, providing a deeper understanding of the city. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour ensures a tailored experience, uncovering the best of Bern through the eyes of a local expert.

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Thun. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Thun Castle to Schloss Schadau & Schadau-Park, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Thun to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Thun through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Thun's historic castles, showcasing Swiss charm. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Thun in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

Discover Fribourg’s history, culture, and hidden gems on a relaxed walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide, combining iconic landmarks with authentic stories and lesser-known corners of the Old Town.

Embark on an intimate journey from Bern to Gruyères. Explore the cheese-making process with a visit to the Gruyères cheese factory, immerse yourself in the medieval charm of Gruyères village and indulge in the sweet world of chocolate at Maison Cailler chocolate factory. • discover the art of Swiss cheese-making at Gruyère cheese factory • enjoy a tasting session to sample cheese in various stages of aging • stroll through the charming cobblestone streets of Gruyères • visit the 13th-century Gruyères Castle to explore its historical rooms • discover the world of Swiss chocolate at Maison Cailler • Indulge in a tasting session of Cailler chocolates This tour offers a perfect blend of Swiss culture, flavors, and history in the beautiful region of Gruyères. If you're looking for an authentic Swiss fondue experience, this is the perfect tour for you.

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.

Bern's UNESCO-listed old town packs its main sights into just two square kilometers (less than one square mile), and while walking between them is easy, knowing what you're looking at is often less so. This small-group walk covers the cobbled arcades, the 16th-century fountains, and the Zytglogge. Your guide explains how the city came to be the seat of Swiss government and where Einstein fits into the story.

Visit the Jungfrau the easy way with this action-packed day trip to ‘the Top of Europe,’ Staubbach Falls, Wengen, and Interlaken. You’ll see more in one day with all the logistics and travel from Bern organized up front, meaning you can focus on the fun stuff that the region has to offer: sweeping alpine vistas from the cog train to the Jungfraujoch, photo opportunities aplenty at the Staubbach Falls, and free time to explore the mountain town of Interlaken.

Travel comfortably to Biel, the heart of Switzerland’s watch industry, and visit the Cité du Temps. This fascinating museum invites you to explore the world of precision timekeeping through interactive exhibitions and impressive displays. Discover the heritage and innovation of renowned Swiss brands like OMEGA and Swatch, and learn how iconic timepieces are designed, crafted, and brought to life. After your museum visit, enjoy a relaxed walk through Biel’s historic Old Town, where medieval architecture, charming streets, and a unique bilingual atmosphere create a truly authentic Swiss experience. With its blend of culture, history, and innovation, this small-group tour offers a perfect introduction to Switzerland’s watchmaking legacy.

Bern, the Swiss capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site, invites you to discover its architectural and cultural treasures in one day. Explore the majestic collegiate church, admire the famous Clock Tower, and meet the bears at the Bear Pit. Stroll among the charming medieval fountains and enjoy panoramic views from the terraces of the Federal Palace. This walking tour offers you an immersion in the history and culture of Bern, while allowing you to discover local life and its delights. - Discover 23 emblematic places of Bern in one day - Ideal walking tour for history and culture lovers - Admire monuments such as the Clock Tower and the Collegiate Church - Enjoy a pleasant atmosphere between nature and architectural heritage

Discover Bern with a local on a private walking tour that blends sightseeing, Swiss food and everyday culture. Walk the medieval arcades of the UNESCO-listed Old Town to the 800-year-old Zytglogge clock tower and the house where Einstein wrote his theory of relativity. Outside the Federal Palace, hear how Swiss direct democracy really works. Along the way, taste Swiss chocolate in the city that invented the Toblerone, sample Bernese specialities where residents actually go. Descend into the riverside Matte quarter, cross the glacier-green Aare and finish at the Bear Park, watching Bern's famous brown bears with the Old Town skyline behind them. Bern doesn't shout about itself — which is exactly why you want a local. On this private tour it's just your group and your guide, and the medieval Old Town stops being a checklist and becomes a story you're walking through.

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.

A true treat for the senses, this cheese and chocolate escapade lifts the curtain on the backstage world of cheese and chocolate production in Switzerland. Our adventure begins in the medieval village of Gruyères, famed for the nutty, semi-hard cheese which shares its name. Discover ramshackle 15th-century homes, meandering cobblestone alleys, and one of Switzerland’s crowning glory: the magnificent Castle of Gruyères. Treat your tastebuds to a local dairy, where highly-skilled cheesemakers will teach us how to make Gruyères. Sample the iconic cheese fresh from the wheel, and discover the rich history behind the recipe. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a visit to the legendary Cailler Factory, the birthplace of Swiss chocolate. Discover why Cailler chocolate is considered the creamiest in Europe, and watch chocolatiers practicing their art.

Combining captivating Alpine landscapes with wondrous Swiss history and charming culture, this adventure-filled, tour delves into the very best aspects of Switzerland. Starting in the rural village of Zermatt, your tour guide will unpack the area's rich history, including its establishment and significant past events that have shaped it into a sought-after tourist destination. Surrounded by towering mountain peaks and verdant rolling hills, the visit to Zermatt Village offers an in-depth exploration into the town’s heritage and enchanting natural backdrop. The adventure will continue with a scenic train ride to Gornergrat, where breathtaking panoramic views of Zermatt and the majestic Matterhorn can be enjoyed (subject to weather conditions). As you ascend toward the summit, the guide will share insightful knowledge about the historic Gornergrat railway. Arriving at the top of Gornergrat, a moment can be taken to absorb the dramatic backdrop of the Monte-Rosa region and Matterhorn.

Explore Bern's medieval old town at your own pace, guided entirely by your smartphone. This self-guided walking tour follows the arcaded sandstone spine of the UNESCO-listed centre, from the Federal Square in front of Parliament to the bears that give the city its name. At each of the 8 stops an audio story plays while you stand in front of the landmark: the Kaefigturm, the Child Eater Fountain, the Zytglogge astronomical clock, the flat where Einstein reimagined time, the cathedral with Switzerland's tallest spire, and Justice Lane. An interactive quiz at every stop turns the walk into a game you can play solo or with friends. No app to download, no guide to follow, no fixed departure time. Open the tour on your phone, start whenever you like, pause for coffee, and pick up where you left off. A smart map shows you exactly where to go next. Audio and text are available in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Chinese.

Relish in a full-day journey to Gruyères Castle, where cheese and chocolate reign supreme. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Swiss culinary mastery as you explore the secrets of cheese production. Indulge your senses with a visit to a local dairy, where expert cheesemakers share their artistry and guide you through the process of crafting the renowned Gruyères cheese. And no gourmet adventure is complete without a stop at the illustrious Cailler Factory, where Swiss chocolate was born.

This 75-minute audio tour of Bern is a journey through the Old Town’s highlights. Unearth the city's secrets as you embark on this self-guided walking tour through Bern’s medieval Old Town. Starting at Bern Bahnhofplatz train station, unravel the city’s charm through well-preserved architecture, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and tales of Dr. Albert Einstein. From Bundesplatz to Zytglogge clock tower, the journey unveils the city’s history, governance system, and peculiar landmarks like the Child Eater Fountain. Discover the magic of Bern’s outdoor markets, the significance of bears, and picturesque Aare River views. You'll finish your tour at Münsterplattform, a medieval park with a cafe and panoramic views. Join this stroll to experience Bern’s laid-back allure! Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.

You will discover all the key attractions of Bern: iconic landmarks (such as Federal Palace, Bern Cathedral and Zytglogge), prominent locations, (like Bear Park and City Hall), artistic wonders (including over ten unique fountains) and other important historical buildings. In addition to the 'must-see' places visited by all tourists, you will also see unusual spots like the former prison and the executioner’s house in Bern, and learn stories of those who once called this place home. This will allow you to experience not only the beautiful and festive side of the city, but also to uncover some of its hidden secrets. This tour promises a top-notch experience. Our team relies on trustworthy sources to deliver accurate information, ensuring clear and captivating explanations. You'll acquire comprehensive knowledge presented in an engaging manner, enabling you to fully appreciate the destination you explore.

Optimize your time in Switzerland’s de facto capital on this private city tour. Benefit from your local guide’s insider knowledge as you discover landmarks including the Zytglogge, Bern Minster, and more, and be immersed in Old City ambiance on a walking tour, with a choice of departure times to suit you.

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.

Zermatt is a village shaped by centuries of tradition. During the summer, it’s a verdant haven with plenty of hiking opportunities; during the winter, it becomes adorned with glistening snow-capped surroundings and refreshing Alpine air. The village is quaint, with a mixture of antiquated wooden buildings of the past and quaint townhouse-style buildings and chalets. Whether you visit during ski season and enjoy some snowy, picturesque scenery or visit during the summer, there’s plenty of history and beauty to be in awe of. During the visit to the astonishing Matterhorn Glacier, you’ll get to take a ride on the highest gondola in the Alps for 40 minutes and experience bird's eye views of a mountain range that's so stunning your eyes will light up in wonder. You will also spend time at the magical Glacier Palace with a complimentary cinema experience, dining opportunities, and views worth dreaming of!

Discover the wonders of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town of Bern on this unforgettable guided tour. Uncover its hidden treasures, architecture, culture and unearth its rich history with stories. 1. Uncover the city's top attractions the Clock Tower, the Federal Palace, the Parliament Building, the Prison Tower, the Cathedral of Bern, and more with lots of wonderful stories about the city. 2. Explore the winding cobblestone streets of the city, admiring the 15th-century landmarks such as the Zytglogge clock tower, the Käfigturm tower and while passing by beautiful gothic fountains, quaint cafes, and old buildings. 3. Learn about the city’s history, from its origins as a settlement in the 12th century to its current status as Switzerland’s political capital and city’s 800 years of history. 4. Explore Bern beyond the typical tourist spots and see the city through the eyes of a local and discover the numerous mesmerizing places Bern has to offer.