Monbijou Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 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.
Bern Natural History Museum
Marvel at the shimmering quartz crystals and life-sized dioramas of animals in this large nature museum that traces the history of our planet.
Activities
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
Bern: Zytglogge - Tour through the Clock Tower
Our pick of the best Monbijou Hotel Deals
Hotel National Bern
Wonderful staff, unique hotel
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel La Pergola
In a quiet residential area close to the train station and old town both on foot or by public transport. Comfortable single room.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sorell Business Hotel Ador Bern
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
Everything in the hotel was great, except for the shower. It only has a curtain, and water splashes all over the bathroom.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Prize by Radisson, Bern City
Comfortable good stuff good breakfast no toiletries no kettle no fridge
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf – Online Check In
I love this hotel! It’s spacious and very clean! The host was quick and very responsive.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monbijou
Mattenhof
Mattenhof might not have many top sights, but Federal Palace and Prison Tower (Kafigturm) are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Rotes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Gardens 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.
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.
Gelbes Quartier
While visiting Gelbes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Jackpot Spielcasino Bern.
Old City of Bern
Unique features of Old City of Bern include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Bern Clock Tower or Einstein-Haus while you're exploring the area.
