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Bergen City Centre

4.5/5(557 area reviews)

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 Galleriet Shopping Centre, 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

Brimming with history, this urbanized area boasts attractions like Bergenhus Fortress, Haakon's Hall, Rosenkrantz Tower, and Bergen Cathedral. Wander through neighborhoods like Sandviken and Bryggen, and explore the University of Bergen.

Bergenhus
Bergen - Norvège

Årstad

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Home to Haukeland University Hospital and Brann Stadion, Årstad offers visitors a chance to attend football matches and explore various neighborhoods like Gyldenpris and Kronstad.

Årstad
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
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

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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?
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.