Altstadt Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

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

Schloss Schadau

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

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 riverfront 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
The price is AU$318 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$318
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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$474 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$474
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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! (379 reviews)
"It was new, small , perfect location, overall great."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 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$326 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$326
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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! (328 reviews)
"Bathroom could use some general repairs and updating but a very confortable stay. Overall a comfortable and good stay, would recommend. Great location"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

The Guesthouse by the Hey Hotel
Grand Hotel Beau Rivage Interlaken

Grand Hotel Beau Rivage Interlaken

Höhenweg 211, Interlaken
The price is AU$571 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$571
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (204 reviews)
"Room was big, beautiful, and clean. Staff were all lovely."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Grand Hotel Beau Rivage Interlaken
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! (525 reviews)
"Would highly recommend, 5 min. walk from train station, with plenty of dinning options to chose from."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn Wengen, a Faern Collection Hotel

Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn Wengen, a Faern Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, BE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$345 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$345
14 Oct - 15 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! (709 reviews)
"Great location close to train station. Nice pool with view. Breakfast was good but may have been nice to have variety when staying for multiple days."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn Wengen, a Faern Collection Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt

Thun which includes a house and flowers

Bälliz

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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