Bergen, Norway

Bergen

Colourful wooden warehouses on the harbour, surrounded by seven mountains.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Bergen

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the colourful wooden wharf of Bryggen and its narrow passages behind the facades.
  2. AfternoonTake the Fløibanen funicular up Mount Fløyen for the view over the harbour.
  3. EveningHave dinner at the fish market by the harbour.

Day 2

Take the cable car up Mount Ulriken, or a fjord cruise to Mostraumen.

What to eat

Bergen fish soup and skillingsboller, cinnamon buns.

Local tips

Make the most of Bergen

Beat the crowds

Bryggen is busy when cruise ships are in. Early mornings are calmer.

Best photo spot

The colourful Bryggen wharf, and the view from Mount Fløyen.

Getting there

Bergen is reached by train from Oslo on a famous scenic route.

Don't miss nearby

The fjords, reached on day trips.

Good to know

It rains a lot in Bergen: bring a waterproof jacket. A funicular goes up Mount Fløyen.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Bergen

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Plan your visit

Getting to Bergen

Getting there

  • Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO)12 km away
  • Stavanger160 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryNorway

Questions

Bergen: good to know

Is Bergen worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns, food and the coast. Colourful wooden warehouses on the harbour, surrounded by seven mountains.

How many days do you need in Bergen?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Bergen?

You can visit all year. Bryggen is busy when cruise ships are in. Early mornings are calmer.

How do you get to Bergen?

The nearest airport is Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO), about 12 km away. Bergen is reached by train from Oslo on a famous scenic route.

What is there to see near Bergen?

Nearby hidden places include Flåm (111 km), Stavanger (160 km) and Preikestolen (164 km).

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