Monbijou
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.
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 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.
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.
Paul Klee Museum
Take a trip to futuristic warehouses in a rustic green setting to see the inspiring works of a modernist artist.
Things to do
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
Discover Bern. Understand Switzerland
Gruyères, Cheese Factory & Maison Cailler Day Trip from Bern
Bern: 90-Minute Stroll Through the Old Town
Explore Swiss Timekeeping Omega and Swatch Museum Tour from Bern
Top hotels in Monbijou
Hotel La Pergola
"Nice clean and quiet hotel, not far from train. Free tourist card was great. Nobody pays for transit here, but we got checked by the transit police? How about checking your own people and leave the tourists alone. Lots of creepy people around train/bus station. Prices extremely high for what you ..."
Reviewed on 24 May, 2026
Hotel National Bern
"Great location, minutes from the train station on foot and the transportation hub. Decent breakfast (excellent granola cereal). The staff really helped with a reservation mix-up on my part and for that, I remain grateful. They also helped when ask during check-in and at other times. We just did not ..."
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
Sorell Business Hotel Ador Bern
"Exactly what we needed. Close to the train station and a good location within town. The rooms were rather small and bathrooms pretty dated but that is very, very minor surface level notes. Other than that, every interaction with the staff was lovely and they were very helpful!"
Reviewed on 12 May, 2026
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
"A wonderful combination of private room and a welcoming and well-equipped common area. We can't say enough good things about our stay here. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the restaurant Luce downstairs is a must try."
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026
Prize by Radisson, Bern City
"Good place, easy connectivity, helpful staff"
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf – Online Check In
"This location is very convenient. Steps away from Bern Wankdorf. (1 stop away) from Bern main station. Coop convenient on the side but big other groceries on the side. It is quiet and cozy here. There is a kitchen inside the rooms but I like to use their common kitchen and hang out area. It is cozy ..."
Reviewed on 18 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monbijou
Mattenhof
Mattenhof might not have many top sights, but Freibad Marzili and Federal Palace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Freibad Marzili and Bern Natural History Museum.
Weissenbühl
Though Weissenbühl may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Freibad Marzili and Bern Natural History Museum.
Gelbes Quartier
While visiting Gelbes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Theater am Zytglogge.
Muesmatt
While Muesmatt isn't home to many top sights, Bern Art Museum and Federal Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
