Hordaland County

Travel Guide

Bergen featuring a marina, a coastal town and boating
Bergen featuring general coastal views, night scenes and boating
Bryggen featuring a small town or village, rocky coastline and boating
Bergen showing a city
Bergen which includes landscape views, a lake or waterhole and mountains

Norway’s City of Seven Mountains is known for its 12th-century wharfs, lively fish markets and hiking and cross-country skiing in scenic wilderness.

Bergen is surrounded by mountains on one side and fjords on the other. The old port city on the west coast of Norway is the second-largest city in the country and is known for its scenic beauty and historic charm. Wander through narrow alleyways lined with 18th-century wooden buildings. Learn about 14th-century merchants or admire contemporary art in museums, then haggle for fresh seafood at the lively Torget Fishmarket.

The best way to get a feel for the city is from the top of Mount Fløyen, one of seven mountains that surround Bergen and give the city its nickname. Catch the Fløibanen Funicular from the city center to the summit, 1,050 feet (320 meters) above sea level. Look out across the mountains and over the old city center to the fjords and the sea.

The mountains around Bergen offer opportunities for hiking and picnicking in summer and cross-country skiing in winter. Hike to lakes and forests just a short trip from the city center.

Bryggen, or the Hanseatic Wharf, is a protected historic site on the water in Bergen. The foundations of the city were built here in the 11th century and many old buildings remain. The wharf is also home to several museums. Escape Bergen’s notoriously rainy weather and browse the Bryggens Museum and the Hanseatic Museum. Learn about the history of the city and life in the Middle Ages. While winters are often cold and wet, the months between May and August bring fine days and warmer weather.

Art lovers should make a beeline for the central Lake Lille Lungegardsvannet, which is surrounded by galleries. Visit the Bergen Art Museum and the Bergen Contemporary Art Centre. Children are catered for at the Aquarium, which has everything from seals to penguins to crocodiles.

A convenient system of buses, trams and trolleybuses make getting around Bergen easy. Take the Ulriken Cable Car up into the mountains. Fly in to the international airport or come by cruise ship or passenger ferry. Boats pass in and out of the port and connect the city with the surrounding fjords and coastline of Norway.

Where to stay in Hordaland County

Bryggen featuring a small town or village, rocky coastline and boating

Bergen City Centre

Museums, seafood restaurants, and historic sites highlight some notable features of Bergen City Centre. Make a stop by Torgalmenningen Square or Fish Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station to get around town.

Bergen City Centre
Bergen featuring a city

Sentrum

While you're in Sentrum, take in top sights like Grieg Hall or Festplassen, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Nonneseteren Station or Bystasjonen Station.

Sentrum
Bergen featuring a city

Bergenhus

Travelers choose Bergenhus for its waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station and check out top sights like Bryggen.

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Fana

You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Fana. You might want to make time for a stop at Lagunen Storsenter or Troldhaugen.

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Årstad

The mountain views and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Årstad. Brann Stadium and Ulriksbanen are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Wergeland Station or Brann Stadium Station to get around the larger area.

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Nygård

While you're in Nygård, take in top sights like Grieg Hall and jump on the metro at Nygard Station to see more of the city.

Nygård
Hotel Norge by Scandic

Hotel Norge by Scandic

4 out of 5
Nedre Ole Bulls Plass 4, Bergen City Centre, Bergen, Hordaland
The price is P10,908 per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
P10,908
P12,217 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bergen. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,296 reviews)
"Great location. Amazing breakfast. Loved the outdoor sitting area. Lots of activities going on."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Hotel Norge by Scandic
Clarion Hotel Admiral

Clarion Hotel Admiral

4 out of 5
C. Sundts gate 9, Bergen
The price is P12,507 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
P12,507
P14,007 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bergen. Enjoy free breakfast, 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Best view on the Old City from De Luxe Room."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Clarion Hotel Admiral
Comfort Hotel Bergen Airport Terminal

Comfort Hotel Bergen Airport Terminal

3.5 out of 5
Lønningsvegen 45, Bergen, Vestland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,202 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P7,202
P8,066 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bergen. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,157 reviews)
"Only 6 minutes walk to the terminal, one cannot find a more convenient location. Our room was clean and sufficient for one evening sleep before the early flight next day."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Comfort Hotel Bergen Airport Terminal
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Budgetel - Kong Oscars gate 44

Budgetel - Kong Oscars gate 44

2 out of 5
Kong Oscars gate, 44, Bergen, Vestland
Stay at this aparthotel in Bergen. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Bryggen and Bryggen Waterfront are located ...
6.4/10 (117 reviews)
"Fine for a one or 2 night stay as Bergen's an expensive city. Had the room with a bathroom so had all I needed. Very close to the usual attractions but far enough away to be quiet."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Budgetel - Kong Oscars gate 44
Vander Altona

Vander Altona

4 out of 5
C. Sundts gate 22, Bergen, Vestland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Bergen. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Bryggen Waterfront and Bryggen are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (61 reviews)
"The rooms were very nice but there was no shelving for toiletries in the bathroom. There was no explanation on how to use the stove which ended up being a constant frustration but with good humor we worked through it. I do want to address the staff. We were outside and a woman was trying to put her ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Vander Altona
Trolltunga Camping

Trolltunga Camping

3 out of 5
Jordalsvegen 29, Ullensvang
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Ullensvang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Odda Smelteverk and Odda Turistinformation ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
"Located in the most scenic place on earth. Rented a canoe from the front desk in the morning for a cheap rate and had a lovely time. Thanks Will come again"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Trolltunga Camping
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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