Bergen

A curated guide to Bergen, Norway: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Bryggen 4.7★ (5,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Hansakvarteret Bryggen 4.7★ (3,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Bergenhus Fortress 4.4★ (7,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Gamlehaugen 4.6★ (1,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Troldhaugen 4.6★ (1,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. VilVite - Bergen Science Center 4.6★ (1,000 reviews) · Science museum
  7. Gamle Bergen Museum - Bymuseet i Bergen 4.5★ (1,000 reviews) · Museum
  8. Bergen Maritime Museum 4.5★ (970 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. AS Bryggestuen - Bryggeloftet 4.5★ (5,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. Daily pot 4.8★ (1,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. Det Lille Kaffekompaniet 4.8★ (1,000 reviews) · Coffee shop
  4. Kaf Kafe Bryggen 4.8★ (1,000 reviews) · Coffee shop
  5. The Dining Hook 4.7★ (967 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. Fjåk chocolate shop & café 4.7★ (924 reviews) · Coffee shop
  7. Kaffemisjonen 4.6★ (1,000 reviews) · Coffee shop
  8. Løvetann Café & Bistro 4.6★ (1,000 reviews) · Cafe

Where to drink

  1. Pingvinen 4.5★ (3,000 reviews) · Gastropub
  2. Apollon Platebar 4.7★ (1,000 reviews) · Bar
  3. No Stress Bergen 4.6★ (1,000 reviews) · Bar
  4. Magic Ice Bar 4.4★ (1,000 reviews) · Bar
  5. LAST monkey 4.7★ (487 reviews) · Cocktail bar

Where to stay

  1. Opus XVI, an SLH Hotel 4.6★ (765 reviews) · 4-star hotel
  2. Hotel Norge by Scandic 4.4★ (915 reviews) · 4-star hotel
  3. The Hanseatic Hotel 4.4★ (641 reviews) · 4-star hotel
  4. Charmante Skostredet Hôtel 4.7★ (236 reviews) · 4-star hotel
  5. Bergen Børs Hotel 4.5★ (23 reviews) · 4-star hotel

A sample 3-day shape

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Day 3

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Bergen?

With 17 notable sights and 17 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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