5 Best Performing Arts Venues in Altstadt (Old Town) and City Center, Bern

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We've compiled the best of the best in Altstadt (Old Town) and City Center - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Mahogany Hall

Bärengraben Fodor's Choice

Billed as Bern's oldest music club, Mahogany Hall hosts a wide range of Swiss and international artists that play a variety of musical styles. There's also a twice-monthly salsa night featuring a dance workshop. Check online for the calendar.

Berner Puppentheater

Altstadt

From approximately October to May, marionettes, stick puppets, hand puppets, shadow puppets, and masks come to life on stage at the Berner Puppentheater.

Berner Symphonieorchester

Altstadt

Orchestral works and chamber music are performed by this orchestra in venues all over Bern, as well as in other cities.

Kornhauspl. 20, Bern, 3011, Switzerland
031-3295252-box office

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Casino Bern

Altstadt

This beautiful venue hosts a variety of concerts and other events. Check online for the concert program.

Casinopl. 1, Bern, 3011, Switzerland
031-3280200

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Stadttheater Bern

Altstadt

Each year, the Stadttheater Bern presents full-scale operas, concerts, dramas, and contemporary dance pieces.

Kornhauspl. 20, Bern, 3011, Switzerland
031-3295252-box office

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Greater Bern Fodor's Choice

Marians Jazzroom1 miles away

Engestr. 54, Bern, Bern, 3012, Switzerland
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