Aarau City Boutique Hotel is ideal, just a 3-minute walk from St. Johannes Evangelist Church. The hotel features historic-style rooms and private terraces offering serene views of the church’s spire and ancient stone walls. Morning light bathing the church façade creates a deeply poetic atmosphere. Located steps from the market square, it’s perfect for immersing in local life. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive guided tours and complimentary breakfast.

Aarau Old Town Inn stands out with its 18th-century Swiss rural architecture, where window frames naturally frame the façade of St. Johannes Evangelist Church, creating perfect photo compositions. Rooms feature antique wooden furnishings and handcrafted wallpapers, evoking a timeless artistic ambiance. Capture stunning shots of the church’s dome bathed in morning or evening light from the garden café terrace. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition city sketch map as a bonus.

Just a 2-minute walk from St. Johannes Evangelist Church lies Café Alte Mühle, a century-old mill converted into a cozy café famed for hand-brewed coffee and locally sourced pastries. Its original stone walls and timber beams, combined with panoramic views of the church through large windows, create a living gallery setting. Every Saturday features "Sunrise Concerts" with local ensembles performing Bach works—serene and soulful. Reserve your table via HopeGoo for a complimentary drink discount.