Holligen
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 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
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Top hotels in Holligen
Los Lorentes Residences
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
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
Hotel La Pergola
Room was beautiful and the couch is much smaller than you think. The breakfast was delicious and the coffee was even better. I had 2-3 cappuccinos. Shops are a 5 min walk + but the hotel itself is in a safe area!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf – Online Check In
Great place with extremely pleasant and helpful staff
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel National Bern
Everything was great just very noisy street
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holligen
Mattenhof
Mattenhof might not have many top sights, but Freibad Marzili and Federal Palace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Bümpliz
While Bümpliz isn't home to many top sights, Westside and Trans Swiss Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
