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Federal Building (Bundeshaus), Bern

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Home to the Swiss national government, Federal Building (Bundeshaus) provides rich historical and architectural delights. The grand structure was completed in 1902 and has become an iconic part of the city's cityscape. In addition to enjoying views of the building itself, you can visit its rear terrace for a superb vista of the Alps. Complimentary guided tours are also available when parliament is not in session. A tour gives you access to the building's ornate interior, steeped in symbolism, where a guide will discuss the history of the parliament and the workings of the Swiss governmental system. Plan your Federal Building (Bundeshaus) visit and explore what else you can see and do in Bern using our Bern online trip planner.
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  • The outside of the building is classic Swiss imposing and the view from the terrace magnificent. Although tours of the building are on offer you have to book ahead (maximum three days) and currently....  more
    The outside of the building is classic Swiss imposing and the view from the terrace magnificent. Although tours of the building are on offer you have to book ahead (maximum three days) and currently....  more »
  • It’s a wonderfull detailed historical building very big for a small country (population wise). But I suppose Switzerland survived the horrors and damage caused by WW2 so historical areas have been... 
    It’s a wonderfull detailed historical building very big for a small country (population wise). But I suppose Switzerland survived the horrors and damage caused by WW2 so historical areas have been...  more »

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