Old Town Fribourg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Fribourg
Popular places to visit
St. Nicolas Cathedral
Carve out a bit of time in Fribourg to climb the tower and view the centuries-old paintings and sculptures of this ancient cathedral.
Bern Bridge
Getting across Fribourg’s river is an experience and a lesson in history. Drive or walk from shore to shore on this structure that has survived time.
Fribourg Centre
During your trip to Fribourg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Fribourg Centre. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Art and History Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Art and History Museum in Fribourg. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Musée Suisse de la Marionnette
You can browse the exhibits at Musée Suisse de la Marionnette, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Fribourg. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.
Basilique de Notre-Dame
Learn about the local history of Fribourg when you spend time at Basilique de Notre-Dame. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.
Activities
Fribourg: Urban Golf Experience to Discover the City
Our pick of the best Old Town Fribourg Hotel Deals
Hotel De La Rose
"Did not use parking. WiFi was good"
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Le Sauvage
"Great breakfast. The staff uniformally kind and helpful. Easy access to train station and upper town."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Aparthotel Hine Adon Fribourg City
"Excellent location, close to shopping, bus line, many restaurants nearby;"
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Prize by Radisson, Bern City
"Lovely spacious room, and perfect location with easy access to old town."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
"A different kind of hotel - all accessed with a key card, even the front doors. No real reception - rather a living room with plenty of seating, a table, coffee/tea and a kitchen with refrigerator, microwave etc. a room was small but well appointed. Very helpful staff. We enjoyed it!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Los Lorentes Residences
"There is not a full wall for the shower, and a 1/4" x 1/4" block to separate the shower from the rest of the bathroom, so prepare for water to be generally all over the wall and floor. There is also 3-in-1 soap/shampoo/conditioner, so make sure to bring your own if you have hair. One of the workers ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
