Bergenhus Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bergenhus
Popular places to visit
Bryggen Waterfront
Walk around this popular spot in Bergen, a beautiful neighborhood full of traditional houses, museums, restaurants and shops along an arm of the North Sea.
Bryggen
Traditional wooden houses once occupied by merchants line alleyways by the waterfront, where you’ll find hand-made souvenirs, seafood restaurants and museums.
Floibanen Funicular
Ride the cable car from the center of Bergen to the top of Mount Fløyen for incredible views across the fjords and access to picturesque hiking trails.
Bergen Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Bergen Aquarium during your holiday to Bergen. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Fish Market
Eat local specialties such as fresh caviar, pickled herring and fish soup at this lively outdoor market that dates back to the 12th century.
Mt. Floyen
Go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding in winter on this picturesque mountain within easy reach of the city center.
Activities
Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Cruise, Operated & Guided by Locals
Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise
Bergen: Cruise to beautiful Rosendal by the Hardangerfjord
3-Hour Private Tour Hiked through the Bergen Mountains
Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Cruise
Bergen: Old Town and Waterfalls Guided Tour with Waffles
Our pick of the best Bergenhus Hotel Deals
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bergen
"Especially good location, adjacent to harbour, very comfortable bed and room was quiet from internal and external noise. Breakfast buffet was excellent with a huge choice of items. Staff were very helpful and courteous. Public areas/lobby were plush with comfortable seating areas."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hotel Norge by Scandic
"Our flight was cancelled, we arrived the next day and even though we had sent someone early in the morning to let staff know we were arriving later, when we got there we were told that our PRE-PAID room was given. I would have expected at least a phone call before this happening. We had to stay in ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Comfort Hotel Bergen
"The hotel is in a great area. The staff was very helpful."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Scandic Torget Bergen
"Clean, well maintained, extremely small room, could barely fit our suitcases. Comfy beds, slept well. Confusion taking stairs, at lobby level door locked, sign said to push button. the button at he door turned out to be the emergency alarm, the button to open door was further back"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Clarion Hotel Admiral
"Beautiful location. Easy access to the waterfront. Nice room and bathroom."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Thon Hotel Orion
"The rooms are very small and with very little light. When inquiring as to why our shower didn’t have a door (and thus water was all over the bathroom making it dangerously slippery) i was told they are renovating and just hadn’t finished our room yet (my thought was they shouldn’t have put us in ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Bergenhus
Bergen City Centre
Museums, seafood restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Bergen City Centre. Make a stop by Torgalmenningen Square or Kloverhuset Shopping Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station to get around town.
Sentrum
If you're spending time in Sentrum, check out sights like Bergen Art Museum or Grieg Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nonneseteren Station or Bystasjonen Station.
Årstad
The mountain views and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Årstad. Brann Stadium and City Sauna Bergen are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Wergeland Station or Brann Stadium Station to get around the larger area.
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.
Ytrebygda
Ytrebygda is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fana Golf Club and Gronevika.
