Gelbes Quartier Travel Guide
Bern
Visit Gelbes Quartier
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.
Prison Tower (Kafigturm)
Once used to confine felons and now a venue for exhibitions, this tall structure has served the city of Bern for nearly four centuries.
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.
Things to do
Bern: Chocolate Tasting Tour
Lucerne: Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide
Chocolate tour in Bern with chocolate tasting
Top hotels in Gelbes Quartier
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
This hotel is amazing. Our family room was massive and there is a gorgeous communal area with kitchen and games room. The roof top terrace offers views of the alps.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Excellent location in old town, near train station, restaurants, opera house, transportation. Great breakfast! Friendly, helpful and multilingual staff.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
Breakfast was really good. Our room was quiet.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Bellevue Palace Hotel
Staff was very kind, helpful and attentive. We had a lovely time here.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Prize by Radisson, Bern City
Very friendly staff. Great coffee maker available all day. Quiet area. Quite a few small issues with the room.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf – Online Check In
Lovely location, very convenient, next to train station. Friendly staff, good technology. Good family room with full facilities. Supermarket next to it. Terrace is a great place to sit out and entertain.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gelbes Quartier
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 Bern Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
Grünes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Grünes Quartier, Bern Clock Tower and Bern Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Rotes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Weisses Quartier
Though Weisses Quartier may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster.
Matte
If you're spending some time in Matte, Nydeggbrucke and Untertorbrucke are top sights worth seeing.
Monbijou
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Monbijou and surrounding area, you can visit Freibad Marzili and Federal Palace.
