Engen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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: Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Engen Hotel Deals
Scandic Bergen City
We were moved to Scandic Byeparken because of the hotel staff strike. Very cramped room. Reception staff unsmiling and not terribly helpful. Morning staff much better - friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet is first-rate. the hotel is very well situated.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Barfot Apartments
Great location and very convenient for exploring Bergen. The apartment was clean, comfortable, and within walking distance of Bryggen, restaurants, shops, and public transport. Check-in was easy and the area felt safe and quiet at night. Perfect base for visiting Bergen and taking day trips. Overall ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Sigurds gate 8
Very nice place. Small, but that was expected. Expensive, but that's Norway. Jonas was very responsive. Loved the area. Easy walk to the cruise port.
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Dragesmauet Apartments
Apartment is very nice and as described. Communication with the owners is spotty at best. Even following the directions in the guest guide only resulted in one response to one question. When I enquired about an item left behind, there was no response at all.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2024
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bergen
Breakfast was great. Lots of different food. .
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Norge by Scandic
Unfortunately a strike was on at the hotels in Norway. Remains Staff did a wonderful job to keep the hotel operating a reduced capability. Breakfast offering greatly reduced with only very small reduction in cost. No room cleaning during our stay but no reduction in room rates. Again great job by ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Engen
Bergen City Centre
Museums, seafood restaurants and historical 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.
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.
Møhlenpris
If you're spending some time in Møhlenpris, Nygard Park and Bergens Tekniske Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Sentrum
If you're spending time in Sentrum, check out sights like Grieg Hall or Bergen Kunsthall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nonneseteren Station or Bystasjonen Station.
Bergenhus
Travellers choose Bergenhus for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station and check out top sights like Bryggen.
Sandviken
While Sandviken isn't home to many top sights, Bergenhus Fortress and Bryggen are some notable places to visit nearby.
