Things to do in Bergen

Activities, attractions and tours

Bergen featuring a marina, a coastal town and boating
Bergen featuring a marina, a coastal town and boating
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Bergen featuring a river or creek and a waterfall
Bergen which includes landscape views, mountains and a lake or waterhole
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1. Bryggen Waterfront

The Bryggen waterfront is located in the city of Bergen, on the western side of Norway. It’s a lively area where you can stroll along the water’s edge while enjoying fantastic views of colorful historical buildings and beautiful ships. Stroll through a great variety of shops, interesting museums and fantastic places to eat.
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2. Bryggen

Today Bryggen is the entertainment district on the waterfront in Bergen but its history dates back to the 11th century. The old wharf is an internationally protected heritage site thanks to its significance as a trading port for many centuries. The Hanseatic League occupied the site between the 14th and 16th centuries and their influence can still be seen today. Visit museums and craftsmen’s workshops and eat and drink in restaurants and bars.
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Bryggen showing signage, street scenes and a city

3. Floibanen Funicular

Catch the Fløibanen Funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen for stunning views of Bergen. Look out across the city, mountain and beautiful fjords.
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Floibanen Funicular showing railway items

4. Fish Market

The Torget Fishmarket is central to Bergen’s identity. Fishermen have sold the best of their daily catch here since the 12th century and the market still buzzes with the sound of trading today. Buy fresh fish or watch a cooked lunch be prepared for you.
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Torget Fishmarket showing markets and food

5. Mt. Floyen

Within 8 minutes you can be out of the city and in the mountains around Bergen. Mount Fløyen is one of the most popular spots to go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding and cross-country skiing in winter.
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Mt. Floyen which includes mountains and a small town or village

6. Ulriken Cable Car

Take the cable car to the top of the highest mountain around Bergen. The Ulriken Cable Car is a scenic journey up Mount Ulriken to the summit, 2,110 feet (643 meters) above sea level. Once there you can dine, hike or simply sit back and enjoy the incredible scenery.
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Ulriken Cable Car which includes a bay or harbor, a gondola and a small town or village

What to do in Bergen

Popular places to visit

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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.

Bryggen Waterfront
Bryggen showing signage, street scenes and a city

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
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Bergen Aquarium

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Bergen Aquarium during your trip to Bergen. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Bergen Aquarium
Floibanen Funicular showing railway items

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.

Floibanen Funicular
Torget Fishmarket which includes markets as well as a couple

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.

Fish Market
Mt. Floyen which includes mountains and a small town or village

Mt. Floyen

Go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding in winter on this picturesque mountain within easy reach of the city center.

Mt. Floyen
Ulriken Cable Car showing a gondola

Ulriken Cable Car

Make the journey up Bergen’s highest mountain to hike, dine and enjoy incredible panoramas across the mountains, fjords and sea.

Ulriken Cable Car
This beautifully preserved 13th century fortress sits right on the waterfront.

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 seafood restaurants.

Bergenhus Fortress
Beautiful wooden church. Well worth visiting when in Bergen.

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 top-notch restaurants.

Fantoft Stave Church

Areas of Bergen

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 Galleriet Shopping Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station to get around town.

Bergen City Centre
View over Bergen, Hordaland, Norway, from Mount Fløyen on an overcast Autumn day

Sentrum

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

Sentrum
🏔️A view of Bergen above the clouds - Bergen - Hordaland - Norway🇳🇴 📷Nikon D7500 - ISO 100 - Nikkor 18-200mm lens f3.5-5.6 G - 18mm - f/22 6,0 sec - ND Filter ➡️It is said that Bergen is surrounded by the Seven Mountains🏔️ (Norwegian: De sys fjell), and it is often called “the city between the seven mountains”, but in fact it was the playwright🎭 Ludving Holberg who felt so inspired by the seven hills of Rome, that he decided that his home🏠 town must be blessed with a corresponding seven mountains. 🥾According to Bergen Mountain Association, these are the seven mountains around Bergen: 1️⃣Ulriken, 643 meters (2,109 feet). 2️⃣Fløyen -also called Fløyfjellet-, 400 meters (1,313 feet). 3️⃣Løvstakken, 477 meters (1,565 feet). 4️⃣Damsgårdsfjellet, 350 meters (1,148 feet) 5️⃣Sandviksfjellet, 417 meters (1,368 feet) 6️⃣Lyderhorn, 396 meters (1,299 feet) 7️⃣Rundemanen, 560 meters (1,837 feet) ⁉️In any case, which mountains🏔️ belong to the group is unclear, because several of the them are part of the same mountain massif⛰️, and locals👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 still argue which seven they are. ❓Did you know that If you own a television📺 in Norway🇳🇴, you have to pay an annual licensing fee💶 of NOK 3,038.56

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.

Bergenhus
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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.

Fana
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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.

Årstad
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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
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Sund

Multicoloured northern light with reflections on land and sea

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Osøyro, Bjørnafjorden, Norway

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bergen worth visiting?
Renowned for its walking trails and culture, discovering awesome things to do in Bergen is easy. Make sure to add Håkonshallen to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Bergen?
Kick your day off with a visit to Railway Museum and Steam Railway and Håkonshallen. Then, explore other areas of Bergen for tasty eats and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Bergen?
The top tourist attraction in Bergen is Håkonshallen, so be sure to put it on your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Bergen?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off popular city sights, including Håkonshallen, Ulriksbanen and Stenersen Collection. The average stay in Bergen is three days. If you have the time to extend your vacation, Kvam isn't far away.
Is Bergen a walkable city?
Some leading attractions in Bergen, including Håkonshallen and Ulriksbanen, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's popular neighborhoods on foot. Just 0.16 kilometers from the city center of Bergen is Bergen City Centre and Bergenhus is 0.80 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Bergen with kids?
If you're looking for activities and attractions for all of your group, take a look at these fabulous ideas for what to do in Bergen with kids.

What to do in Bergen for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Bergen, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Witch Stone or Norwegian Fishing Village Museum.
Are there free things to do in Bergen?
One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Bergen is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other hotspots you can experience without taking your wallet out. Helleneset Beach is one spot that doesn't charge an admission fee.