Date Ideas in Bern

Romantic, Outdoor, Sunset

Pack gourmet treats from the Old Town market and watch the sun set over the UNESCO cityscape. The Rose Garden provides the perfect romantic setting with panoramic views, blooming flowers, and peaceful atmosphere.

Summer, Active, Unique

On warm summer days, join locals in the beloved tradition of floating down the turquoise Aare. Swim together from Eichholz to Marzili, then relax on riverside lawns. Adventurous and quintessentially Bernese.

Wine, Intimate, Historic

Discover intimate wine bars in medieval vaulted cellars. Sample Swiss wines while surrounded by centuries-old architecture. Abflugbar and Kornhauskeller offer especially romantic settings for oenophile couples.

Classic Romance, Unique

Experience Old Town romance from a horse-drawn carriage. Clip-clop through cobblestone streets past fountains and arcades, enjoying the fairy-tale atmosphere and each other's company.

Adventure, Luxury, Views

Soar above the capital at sunrise for unforgettable views of the city, Aare River, and Alpine panorama. The ultimate romantic adventure combining thrill with breathtaking beauty.

Interactive, Culinary, Fun

Learn to make traditional Swiss fondue, raclette, or chocolate in a hands-on cooking class. Work together, laugh, taste, and take home new skills and memories.

Night, Peaceful, Free

After restaurants close, the Old Town becomes magically quiet. Stroll illuminated arcades and empty squares, listening to your footsteps echo on cobblestones. Stop to admire fountains by moonlight.

Dining, Sunset, Mountain

Take the funicular to Gurten mountain restaurant for dinner with spectacular Alpine sunset views. Watch day fade to night over the mountains while savoring excellent cuisine.

Cultural, Historic, Unique

Explore where genius lived. Visit Einstein's apartment museum, then discuss relativity over coffee at the café downstairs. Intellectual romance at its finest.