Popular places to visit
Bryggen
Traditional wooden houses once occupied by merchants line alleyways by the waterfront, where you’ll find hand-made souvenirs, seafood restaurants and museums.
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.
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.
Mt. Floyen
Go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding in winter on this picturesque mountain within easy reach of the city center.
Torgalmenningen Square
You can learn about the history of Bergen with a visit to Torgalmenningen Square. Visit the shops and seafood restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Cruise - The Local Operator
Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise
Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Cruise
Bergen: Guided Minibus Tour with Photo Stops
Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat
Exploring Bergen Audio Tour through the Eyes of Edvard Grieg
Top hotels in Sandviken
Thon Hotel Orion
Breakfast was always fresh. Staff service was excellent. Laundry available so convenient. Clean hotel and good location
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Clarion Hotel Admiral
We had a comfortable room with a great view of the harbour. Breakfast was included and there was a great variety of dishes to choose from.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Comfort Hotel Bergen
Enjoyed my 3 night stay. Area very quiet at night, even facing the front street. Good provision of gluten free cereal/crispbread/ & bread, although over defrosted. Lactose free milks. Choices of drinks, eggs, meats, cheese all placed open for selection . Staff helpful, I borrowed a kettle, as these ...
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Bergen Børs Hotel
This place is phenomenal - friendly service, clean and modern rooms, lovely breakfast. We first stayed in 2022 and had to come back to the same place again now we have our daughter! Amazing hotel best in Bergen
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hotel Norge by Scandic
Hotel was wonderful! We were able to walk to all activities and the staff was friendly. We stayed here twice during our stay in Norway. The spa was wonderful and definitely worth the fee- perfect for tired travelers.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bergen
Location, location, location. That's really all that needs to be said here. :)
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sandviken
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.
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.
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 Festplassen 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.
