Holligen
Bern
Popular places to visit
Federal Palace
Browse a market, play in the fountain or go ice-skating beside this iconic political hub, before taking a guided tour through its historic halls.
Paul Klee Museum
Take a trip to futuristic warehouses in a rustic green setting to see the inspiring works of a modernist artist.
Bern Expo
After visiting Bern Expo, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bern. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.
Berner Munster
Peruse centuries-old religious art, climb the tallest church tower in Switzerland and attend sacred music recitals when you visit Bern's Gothic cathedral.
Bern Rose Garden
See and smell beautiful roses at this dreamy park with hundreds of types of flowers. Appreciate the views from the garden’s position on a ridge.
Bern Art Museum
Inside one of the oldest art museums in Switzerland, view a vast treasure trove of art from the last 800 years, including works by renowned masters.
Things to do
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
Bern Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
James Bond’s Schilthorn & Mürren Tour | From Bern
Top hotels in Holligen
Los Lorentes Residences
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
A unique and terrific hotel!!!
Reviewed on 8 Feb, 2026
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
Prize by Radisson, Bern City
amenities in the room and the tv subtitles in different languages would help
Reviewed on 13 Feb, 2026
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
ibis Styles Bern City
Small but very functional room and comfortable room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 27 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holligen
Mattenhof
Mattenhof might not have many top sights, but Federal Palace and Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Monbijou
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Monbijou and surrounding area, you can visit Federal Palace and Bern Art Museum.
Weissenbühl
Though Weissenbühl may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bern Natural History Museum and Federal Palace.
Bümpliz
While Bümpliz isn't home to many top sights, Westside and Freibad Marzili are some notable places to visit nearby.
Rotes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Wege zu Klee are top sights worth seeing.
Sandrain
While there might not be top attractions in Sandrain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bern Natural History Museum and Bern Historical Museum.
