Things to Do and Attractions to See in Bergen, Norway

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A harbor-side city, with an intoxicating mix of fjords, charming colorful building, cozy cafés and chic restaurants serving the ultimate seafood, constantly manages to surprise you at every turn you take. Bergen certainly has its way of slowly wining you over.

A chain of wooden houses colored in vibrant pastel hues greets you at the eastern quayside. That’s Bryggen , Bergen’s oldest quarter and most enchanting attraction. A thriving part of historic and cultural heritage, narrow passageways, a museum, small shops, quaint restaurants and cozy little cafés make up this place. A chain of wooden houses colored in vibrant pastel hues greets you at the eastern quayside. That’s Bryggen , Bergen’s oldest quarter and most enchanting attraction. A thriving part of historic and cultural heritage, narrow passageways, a museum, small shops, quaint restaurants and cozy little cafés make up this place.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Discover serenity atop Mount Fløyen , the city of seven mountains' crown jewel. Discover serenity atop Mount Fløyen , the city of seven mountains' crown jewel.

Don't miss the Fløibanen funicular in Bergen! Ascend 310 meters for a magnificent experience. Don't miss the Fløibanen funicular in Bergen! Ascend 310 meters for a magnificent experience.

Cruise the stunning Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest, for views that defy belief. Cruise the stunning Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest, for views that defy belief.

With seven majestic mountains, Bergen offers countless hiking adventures. With seven majestic mountains, Bergen offers countless hiking adventures.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Hike the Vidden Trail for breathtaking views from Mt. Ulriken to Mt. Fløyen. Hike the Vidden Trail for breathtaking views from Mt. Ulriken to Mt. Fløyen.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Fish in Bergen! Sea, coast, fjord, or lake, it's all worth it. Bring your gear or join a tour for an epic angling experience. Fish in Bergen! Sea, coast, fjord, or lake, it's all worth it. Bring your gear or join a tour for an epic angling experience.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Ascend Mount Ulriken, Bergen's tallest at 643 meters. Hike or tackle the Vidden Trail for thrills! Ascend Mount Ulriken, Bergen's tallest at 643 meters. Hike or tackle the Vidden Trail for thrills!

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Or just stay there, take in the view and watch the sun slowly go down while sipping coffee. There is a cable car that takes you to the top of the mountain, if you’re not cut out for hiking. Paragliding is also one of the activities that you can to your hand at while you’re here. Or just stay there, take in the view and watch the sun slowly go down while sipping coffee. There is a cable car that takes you to the top of the mountain, if you’re not cut out for hiking. Paragliding is also one of the activities that you can to your hand at while you’re here.

Sail the majestic Hardangerfjord, Norway's "Queen of Fjords." Prepare to be awestruck! Sail the majestic Hardangerfjord, Norway's "Queen of Fjords." Prepare to be awestruck!

If you are looking for a challenge, hike up to the iconic Trolltunga (Troll’s tongue) which is, though thigh-searingly strenuous, without a doubt one of the most mind-blowing cliffs in Norway. The views from up there are other-worldly. It’s untamed and untouched nature at its rawest. If you are looking for a challenge, hike up to the iconic Trolltunga (Troll’s tongue) which is, though thigh-searingly strenuous, without a doubt one of the most mind-blowing cliffs in Norway. The views from up there are other-worldly. It’s untamed and untouched nature at its rawest.

Fantoft Stave Church, dating to the 12th century, suffered fire in '92. Still a key Bergen landmark. Fantoft Stave Church, dating to the 12th century, suffered fire in '92. Still a key Bergen landmark.

Get a glimpse of the fascinating underwater world of the North Sea at the Bergen Aquarium . Over 50 water tanks and aquariums display the abundance of Norwegian marine life ranging from sea lions and crocodiles to fish, penguins and much more. Get a glimpse of the fascinating underwater world of the North Sea at the Bergen Aquarium . Over 50 water tanks and aquariums display the abundance of Norwegian marine life ranging from sea lions and crocodiles to fish, penguins and much more.

Bergen's Fish Market: 700 years of fresh Norwegian catch. Don't miss the daily specials! Bergen's Fish Market: 700 years of fresh Norwegian catch. Don't miss the daily specials!