Matte Travel Guide
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.
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 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.
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 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
Historical & Cultural Walking Tour in Bern
Bern Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Top hotels in Matte
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Very good stay. Very nice and helpful service
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
The location is superb, close to the Bahnhof and many other attractions. Very walkable surrounding area. Staff are also friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
A unique and terrific hotel!!!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Prize by Radisson, Bern City
Very clean and friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Hotel Restaurant Bellevue au Lac
Great location, friendly and helpful staff, good value for money
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hotel Savoy Bern
I’m so happy I chose hotel Savoy for my first time in Bern . It’s just amazing, 5-minute walking distance from the train station even with my suitcase, the staffs are very friendly and the room is very renovated with everything I need. I’ll definitely come back here for the next time! Highly recommended! ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Matte
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.
Grünes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Grünes Quartier, Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Gelbes Quartier
While visiting Gelbes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Jackpot Spielcasino Bern and Prison Tower (Kafigturm).
Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde
If you're spending some time in Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde, Paul Klee Museum and Bern Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Rotes Quartier
If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Wege zu Klee are top sights worth seeing.
