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What to do in Bergen
Popular places to visit
Bryggen
Traditional wooden houses once occupied by merchants line alleyways by the waterfront, where you’ll find hand-made souvenirs, seafood restaurants and museums.
Bryggen Waterfront
Walk around this popular spot in Bergen, a beautiful neighborhood full of traditional houses, museums, restaurants and shops along an arm of the North Sea.
Floibanen Funicular
Ride the cable car from the center of Bergen to the top of Mount Fløyen for incredible views across the fjords and access to picturesque hiking trails.
Fish Market
Eat local specialties such as fresh caviar, pickled herring and fish soup at this lively outdoor market that dates back to the 12th century.
Mt. Floyen
Go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding in winter on this picturesque mountain within easy reach of the city center.
Torgalmenningen Square
You can learn about the history of Bergen when you stop by Torgalmenningen Square. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Bergenhus Fortress
Learn about the local history of Bergen when you take a trip to Bergenhus Fortress. Stroll along the waterfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Ulriken Cable Car
Make the journey up Bergen’s highest mountain to hike, dine and enjoy incredible panoramas across the mountains, fjords and sea.
Fantoft Stave Church
Learn about the local history of Bergen when you take a trip to Fantoft Stave Church. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront and enjoy its seafood restaurants.
Areas of Bergen
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.
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.
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.
Årstad
The mountain views and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Årstad. Brann Stadium and Bergenshallen 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.
Fana
You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Fana. You might want to make time for a stop at Lagunen Storsenter or Troldhaugen.
Ytrebygda
Ytrebygda is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arboretum and Botanical Garden and Fana Golf Club.
