Surrounded by seven mountains, Bergen is the gateway to Norway's magnificent fjord region. The city was founded in 1070 and is steeped in history. Visit the old Hanseatic warehouses on "Bryggen" or take a step back in time on a stroll through the steep and narrow alleyways of "old Bergen".
The hometown of the famous composer, Edvard Grieg, Bergen is also a centre for culture, with a concert hall, theatres and art galleries and every spring the city hosts an international music festival.
Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the Fish Market, visit the Aquarium, take a trip on the Funicular Railway to Mount Fløyen where, on a clear day, there are magnificent views of the city and its surroundings.
From Bergen you can take the famous Norway-in-a-Nutshell excursion - included in the Bergen Excursion Package which you can book to compliment your stay. Breakfast is included at your hotel, giving you the chance to sample some of the city's many fine restaurants - the fish restaurants here are among the best in Norway.
Bergen Sightseeing
- Fish Market
- Hanseatic Warehouses on 'Bryggen'
- The Hanseatic Museum
- Aquarium
- The Funicular Railway to Mount Fløyen
- Edvard Grieg's home - Troldhaugen
- Fantoft Stave Church
BERGEN HOTELS
 Strand Hotel ***The hotel enjoys a harbour front location, overlooking the Fish Market and Bryggen. Built in the early 1920s, all rooms have recently been refurbished, and some benefit from a harbour view. The hotel has a breakfast restaurant and one of Bergen's finest bars - the Feme i Andre. A small health spa and rooftop balcony are ideal places to unwind. |
Hotel Neptun ****The Neptun is renowned for its art collection, superb cuisine and fine wine cellar. Offering good facilities and a friendly atmosphere, there are several comfortable lounge and bar areas to relax in. Exploration of the historic city is very easy from the Neptun, as the hotel is ideally situated within walking distance of the shops and city attractions. |
Clarion Admiral ***plusOriginally a waterfront warehouse built back in the 19th century, this building was not converted into a hotel until 1987. Today its iconic red façade overlooks some of Bergen’s most popular attractions, like the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bryggen, the Rosenkrantz Tower, and the bustling fish market of Fisketorget. |
Radisson Blu Hotel Norge ****The Hotel Norge is located on the Town Square and overlooks Bergen's Central Park and is within easy walking distance of Bergen's main historic sites. This large, comfortable hotel offers good facilities including restaurants, bars and a health and leisure centre. |
First Hotel Marin ****First Hotel Marin is a gabled harbourside hotel centrally located in Bergen’s UNESCO-listed heritage district. The well-appointed rooms feature parquet flooring and several offer views of the harbour. A stylish restaurant and several fully-equipped conference suites are available. Other amenities include a steam bath, a sauna and a fitness studio. Visitors to Bergen can enjoy its historic architecture. |
 Clarion Collection Hotel Havnekontoret ****plusThe Hotel Havnekontoret is situated in a beautiful building overlooking the harbour area of Bergen. Within a short walking distance of the old Hanseatic area of Bergen, the famous fish market and the Funicular Railway. The hotel building dates back to 1920, originally the old harbour office of Bergen but now completely restored and run as a very high standard hotel with a focus on individual service. |
BERGEN EXCURSIONS
Make the most of your stay in Bergen by joining one of these excursions.
- Norway in a Nutshell
One of Norway's most popular independent day trips, this comprehensive journey takes you by bus, train and ferry through some of the most magnificent scenery in the area, traversing a landscape of breathtaking fjords, rural idyll and the spectacular Flåm Mountain Railway. A masterpiece of engineering, this extraordinary train journey is one of the highlights of any visit to the region. This excursion is only available from Bergen and Voss.
Duration: Full Day. Price: £107 Operates: Daily. Pre-bookable
- Osterfjord Cruise
Departing from the vibrant Bergen Fish Market, this guided excursion takes you on board the White Lady, on a journey that includes Bergen's magnificent west coast. This half-day excursion is an excellent way to explore something of the steep mountain landscapes, towering cliffs and narrow fjords that make up some of the most beautiful coastline in the country.
Duration: 4 hrs Price: £37 Operates: Daily, May - August. Pre-bookable
- Hardangerfjord in a Nutshell
Journey by train, bus and boat through the charming west Norwegian villages of Ulvik and Eidfjord, and along the unforgettable Hardangerfjord. This full day trip takes in a magical landscape of spectacular mountain vistas, roaring waterfalls and timeless rural idylls and includes a voyage along Norway's third largest fjord, with plenty of time on board the ship to settle back and enjoy the myriad delights on offer.
Duration: Full Day Price: £88 Operates: Daily, May - Sept. Pre-bookable
