Altstadt Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Kate March
Photo by Kate March
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Photo by Shaun Sutton

Popular places to visit

Schadaupark which includes outdoor art, château or palace and a garden

Schloss Schadau

5/5(4 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Thun with a visit to Schloss Schadau. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.

Schloss Schadau
Thun Castle featuring a river or creek, a bridge and château or palace

Thun Castle

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Within the old stone walls of this 12th-century castle is a fascinating museum dedicated to Thun's ancient past.

Thun Castle
Schloss Thun

Schloss Thun

Schloss Thun is just one of the places to see in Thun, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Schloss Thun
Schadaupark showing a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male

Schadaupark

A 19th-century pink castle, a lakeside setting and a huge panoramic painting make for a memorable day out at this beautiful park.

Schadaupark

Arena Thun

Catch an event at Arena Thun during your trip to Thun. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Arena Thun

Thun-Panorama

You can browse the exhibits at Thun-Panorama, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Thun. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.

Thun-Panorama

Activities

Lake Thun and Lake Brienz Day Pass for Lake Boat Cruise

Lake Thun and Lake Brienz Day Pass Ticket for Lake Boat Cruises

AU$221
per adult
Lake Thun and Lake Brienz Day Pass Ticket for Lake Boat Cruises
Fondue Cooking Class and Cheese Workshop in Switzerland

Fondue Cooking Class and Cheese Workshop in Switzerland

AU$243
per adult
Fondue Cooking Class and Cheese Workshop in Switzerland
Photogenic Interlaken with a Local

Discover Interlaken’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local

AU$333
per adult
Discover Interlaken’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local
Kleine Scheidegg

Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen Private Tour from Bern

AU$1,559
per adult
Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen Private Tour from Bern
Exclusive Private Guided Tour through the History of Interlaken with a Local

Historic Interlaken: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert

AU$649
per adult
Historic Interlaken: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert
Exclusive Private Tour through the Architecture of Interlaken Guided by a Local

Architectural Interlaken: Private Tour with a Local Expert

AU$1,622
per traveller
Architectural Interlaken: Private Tour with a Local Expert
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Our pick of the best Altstadt Hotel Deals

Hotel Krone

Hotel Krone

4 out of 5
Obere Hauptgasse 2, Thun, BE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$315 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$315
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Thun. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"Good location. Comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hotel Krone
Essential by Dorint Interlaken

Essential by Dorint Interlaken

3 out of 5
8-10 Rugenparkstrasse, Interlaken
The price is AU$377 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$377
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Interlaken. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Mystery Rooms and Alpine Garden ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (391 reviews)
"Great breakfast"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Essential by Dorint Interlaken
The Guesthouse by the Hey Hotel

The Guesthouse by the Hey Hotel

3 out of 5
Höheweg 7, Interlaken
The price is AU$282 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$282
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Interlaken. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (334 reviews)
"So if I was to judge the first room we were supposed to stay in it was awful! Though cute, the room smelled like a used litter box and unbreathable. I told the front desk and they said they'd send a maid to fix the issue while we went out. Came back, front desk said the problem was fixed and was ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

The Guesthouse by the Hey Hotel
Grand Hotel Beau Rivage Interlaken

Grand Hotel Beau Rivage Interlaken

Höhenweg 211, Interlaken
Fully refundable
The price is AU$560 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$560
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Interlaken. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (210 reviews)
"Excellent location, nice view from hotel room. The staff are very friendly. I appreciate the hospitality and service. Excellent breakfast buffet. The desk is lack of power outlet and would be nice to have a lamp."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Grand Hotel Beau Rivage Interlaken
Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn Wengen, a Faern Collection Hotel

Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn Wengen, a Faern Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, BE
The price is AU$363 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$363
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Lauterbrunnen. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (719 reviews)
".."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn Wengen, a Faern Collection Hotel
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

3 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 26, Bern, BE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (531 reviews)
"Very clean and nice room, common area is excellent to meet up with friends on other floor. Very safe and easy to check in."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt

Thun which includes a house and flowers

Bälliz

5/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bälliz and surrounding area, you can visit Thun Castle and Schloss Schadau.

Bälliz
Schadaupark which includes outdoor art, château or palace and a garden

Dürrenast

While visiting Dürrenast, you might make a stop by sights like Schloss Schadau and Lake Thun.

Dürrenast
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Gwatt

Though Gwatt may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arena Thun and Schloss Schadau.

Gwatt

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