Bergenhus Travel Guide
Bergen
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.
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.
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.
Mt. Floyen
Go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding in winter on this picturesque mountain within easy reach of the city center.
Things to do
Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise
Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Cruise, Operated & Guided by Locals
Bergen: Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket
Oygarden: Strilasauna Kjopmannsvaagen Experience
Exploring Bergen Audio Tour through the Eyes of Edvard Grieg
Top hotels in Bergenhus
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bergen
"Breakfast was great. Lots of different food. ."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Norge by Scandic
"The breakfast was very disappointing. The strike by hotel and restaurant workers had an obvious impact on the breakfast experience;though we only found out on arrival, when at reception we were told that no hot food would be on offer.This was a major problem for my wife who has significant blood-sugar ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Scandic Torget Bergen
"Lovely place to stay right in the center of Bergen. Close to everything you need or want to see with a light rail stop nearby. Staff were quick and helpful. Room was updated, clean, and plenty large for 2 people. If driving, park at Kloster Garasjen for 15% off, doesn’t work with rental cars though ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Clarion Hotel Admiral
"Should not had to pay full price when service , food, breakfast, drinks were extremely limited."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Comfort Hotel Bergen
"An error in booking led to two charges taken from my account. No assistance was provided to correct the problem or or refund the money."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Scandic Ørnen
"For an expensive hotel close to the city center of Bergen, we were surprised by how outdated our room was. The carpet was worn and the room decor was very 1990s. The breakfast was very good and worth the money. We wouldn’t stay there again."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 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 Fish Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station to get around town.
Sandviken
While Sandviken isn't home to many top sights, Bergenhus Fortress and Bryggen are some notable places to visit nearby.
Engen
Engen might not have many top sights, but Hurtigruten Terminal and Torgalmenningen Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
