Things to do in Bergen

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Bergen featuring a river or creek and a waterfall
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Bergen showing a lake or waterhole, landscape views and mountains
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Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise

Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise

Activity duration is 11 hours
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Price is P 18,448 per adult
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3-Hour Private Tour Hiked through the Bergen Mountains

3-Hour Private Tour Hiked through the Bergen Mountains

Activity duration is 3 hours
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Price is P 9,687 per adult
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Bergen: Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket

Bergen: Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket

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Bergen: Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket

Bergen: Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket

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What to do in Bergen

Popular places to visit

Bryggen Waterfront as well as a small group of people

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
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 seafood restaurants.

Fantoft Stave Church
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

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 Bergen Kunsthall, 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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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.

Årstad
Old steamship

Laksevåg

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Laksevåg. You might want to make time for a stop at Vannkanten Waterworld or Alvoen Manor.

Laksevåg
Panoramic shot of A village, Moskenes, on the Lofoten in northern Norway. Norwegian fishing village, with the typical rorbu houses. Mountain In Background

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

Alver

Osøyro, Bjørnafjorden, Norway

Bjørnafjorden

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.