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.
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.
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.
Activities
Fribourg: Urban Golf Experience to Discover the City
Fribourg - Old Town Historic Private Guided tour
Our pick of the best Old Town Fribourg Hotel Deals
Hotel De La Rose
Le Sauvage
Very friendly, clean and delicious food! Conveniently located in the old town. I would visit again!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Aparthotel Hine Adon Fribourg City
Extremely clean, comfortable, spacious and close to the center. The only (small) problem was that the pillows were a bit lumpy, but the rest was great. We even used the kitchen which was well-equipped
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
Very clean. Has a large communal kitchen and lovely lounge/living room. Wonderful roof with tables and chairs overlooking the whole Bern! I loved it
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Prize by Radisson, Bern City
Friendly staff. Bus stop right in front of the Hotel, comes very frequently and you can ride it fir free with hotel free ticket .Rail station is not within walking distance but bus takes you right in front in 7 minutes.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
