Bergen
Bergen is the gateway to the western fjords, a harbour city of Hanseatic wharf buildings, seven surrounding hills and famously frequent rain. Two days covers Bryggen, the funicular to Fløyen and the fish market before heading into the fjords. The Bergen railway from Oslo is one of the best train journeys in Europe.
How long to stay
May to September; expect rain in any month.
Typical daily budget
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Best time to go
No seasonal guidance published for Bergen yet
Is Bergen right for your trip?
Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what Bergen is known for.
Great for
- Food
- Nature
- Solo
Less of a focus
- History & culture
- Nightlife
- Family
- Couples
- Budget friendly
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Top things to do
Bryggen
Entrance €10 · VerifiedBergen
The UNESCO-listed row of wooden Hanseatic trading houses on the harbour, with narrow passages and workshops behind the facades.
Mount Fløyen
Entrance NOK 180 · VerifiedBergen
The city hill reached by funicular in eight minutes, with forest trails and a view over the harbour and islands.
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Popular activities
Bergen seafood market tasting
Sampling king crab, salmon and fish soup at the harbour market.
Norway in a Nutshell day trip
Train, fjord ferry and the Flåm railway in a single loop from Bergen.