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Introduction to Bergen

Bergenhus Fortress, Bryggen, and Fløibanen have one thing in common - they're all three very good reasons to visit Bergen, Norway. Bergen has plenty of experiences to offer curious travelers. This Norwegian city in Vestland, Norway is a travel destination everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime. Boasting a variety of natural beauty and architecture, a unique historical background, and a culture as rich as its population of over 267.1 thousand people, the city of Bergen is truly one of the main highlights of Norway.

Easily accessible from Bergen , Flesland airport, Bergen is the perfect base for a memorable and unique vacation in Norway any time of the year.

You'll learn more fascinating facts about Bergen as you explore this spectacular city.

Traveling to Bergen is especially rewarding for anyone eager to connect with locals and learn more about their unique culture and traditions.

Get ready to explore and learn more about the city of Bergen below!

Top services in Bergen

Here on this page, you'll find all the top travel services in Bergen, Norway. Check out the cheapest and most popular flights offered by 362 airlines that fly to Norway. Browse the 129 top-rated tours available to you in Bergen. Compare the rates and services of the 3 types of places to stay in Bergen and the 6 car rental companies offering CDW insurance coverage. We make it easy for you to find and book the top services in Bergen.

Enjoy the convenience of planning and booking every detail of your trip to Bergen, including flights, accommodations, activities, and more, in one place. Book with Guide to Europe to get an expertly-curated and fully-customizable itinerary and experience the best of Bergen on your vacation in Norway.

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Learn more about Norway

There are many reasons to visit the city of Bergen, but a trip to Norway needs no explanation.

Exploring Norway, which spans 385,207 square kilometers, is an adventure of a lifetime. Norway offers an abundance of truly magical places to discover, including cultural, historic, and scenic sites of significant value to both locals and travelers.

As the home country of many world-famous attractions like the spectacular Bergenhus Fortress, Bryggen, and the Fløibanen, you’re all set for a unique and memorable travel experience in Norway.

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What to see in Bergen

Aerial view of old town, Bergen, Norway.

Bergen has something for everyone. Regardless of age and interest, travelers have the best time exploring every corner of the city.

Read on to discover the best places to visit and find out what to expect from the city of Bergen.

Top attractions in Bergen

Home to plenty of top attractions, Bergen is more than just a wonderful city in Norway. Bergen is a travel hotspot and a great place to experience a mix of the traditional and modern culture of Norway.

One fascinating sight in Bergen is the unforgettable Bergenhus Fortress. Considered one of the most well-known attractions in the city, a visit to this spectacular travel destination is something you shouldn’t miss on your trip to Bergen. This remarkable attraction is located at 5003 Bergen, Norway and is open for visitors Monday - Sunday, between 06:00-23:00.

For more information about what you can expect during a vacation in Norway, check out our list of top attractions in Bergen below. Discover the best places to visit in Bergen, including the fascinating Bergenhus Fortress, Bryggen, Fløibanen, Fantoft Stave Church, and Troldhaugen.

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Things to do in Bergen

Bergenhus in Bergen, Norway.

Enrich your travel experience in Bergen by joining tours and activities. Bergen offers an exciting selection of top-rated tours and it's easy for every traveler to find something to their liking. Take the opportunity to catch the top attractions on a tour, stay active with an adventurous excursion, or learn something new about the local history or culture of the city.

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Most popular experiences in Bergen

Traveling is all about gaining new experiences. You can have that and more in the city of Bergen.

Bergen offers numerous tours and activities for travelers to choose from. Other Water Sports, Water Parks, and Water Tours are only a few of the many experiences you can book for your holiday in Norway.

Explore the most popular experiences you can join in Bergen by clicking on one of the top-rated tour categories below.

Top tours & tickets starting in Bergen

Travelers in Bergen can choose from 16 categories of top-rated tours and tickets. If you're curious about what the most frequently recommended experiences in the city are, Trips & Excursions is the answer.

The most popular tour in Bergen is the fantastic Private guided Flåm day tour - incl Premium Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway. By joining this highly recommended tour, travelers get to learn more about what makes Bergen one of the best travel destinations in Norway.

Bergen also offers plenty of budget-friendly tours and activities that promise travelers a unique experience in the city. The affordable Walk with a Witch in 16th Century Bergen: A Self-Guided Fictional Tour is the cheapest tour in the city, and is a popular Historical Tour. This experience costs around 7 EUR and allows travelers a great time in Bergen. This Historical Tour is available in 1 language: English. Around 7 travelers have given this activity an average rating of 4 stars out of 5.

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Discover the best things to do in Bergen. Choose from 129 fantastic tours and activities available in the city.

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Vacation packages in Bergen

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The best and easiest way to visit Bergen is by booking a vacation package. A vacation package includes everything you need for a worry-free and perfectly planned holiday in Norway.

Booking a vacation package to Bergen means spending less time planning and more time enjoying your vacation. A vacation package includes everything from flight tickets, accomodation, and a rental car, to 24/7 personal travel support and a carefully planned travel itinerary. You can also take your vacation in Bergen to the next level by adding tours, tickets, and activities to each day of your trip.

Apart from providing you with everything you need to travel comfortably, your vacation package to Bergen is also fully customizable. In other words, you can add or remove services at your own convenience, to create the perfect vacation for you and your travel companions.

On our website, you will find 63 unique vacation packages to Bergen, including flight tickets, hotel reservations, and recommendations for the best sightseeing spots, restaurants, bars, and activities.

Continue to the next section to learn more about what types of vacations you can book in the city of Bergen.

Popular types of vacations in Bergen

The most popular way to experience Bergen is by visiting the city as part of a road trip across multiple destinations in Norway. However, it is also common for travelers to go to Bergen on both shorter and longer getaways, to get a break from everyday life, relax, and experience something new.

With Guide to Europe you can find road trips, city breaks, and weekend getaways in Norway, ranging from budget to luxury. Whether you’re planning a multi-day road trip across Norway, or you just want to enjoy a few days exploring Bergen, there is a vacation package for you.

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Top vacation packages in Bergen

Travelers have a great selection of vacation packages to choose from in Norway. In fact, you can choose from as many as 63 different top-rated vacation packages to take you to Bergen, and even more if you expand your search to include a bigger area of Norway.

To help narrow your choices down, here are some of the best vacation packages for exploring the city of Bergen.

For an epic vacation, discover Bergen and other top destinations in Norway on a top-rated holiday like the 10-Day Norway Road Trip from Indre Arna to Voss, Hol, Oslo, and Ullensaker. This vacation package provides travelers with tons of opportunities to experience not only the most popular attractions in Bergen, but also in other top places to visit in Norway. If Fantoft Stave Church, Bryggen, Fløyen, Fløibanen, and Troldhaugen are on your bucket list, this is the perfect vacation package for you.

If you would like to go on a budget vacation in Bergen, book the popular Cheap 3-Day Norway Road Trip Vacation in Indre Arna and spend as little as 646 EUR. This vacation will take you on a journey to experience some of the most incredible attractions and sights in Bergen, including the fantastic Fantoft Stave Church, Bryggen, Fløyen, Fløibanen, and Troldhaugen.

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Discover and compare 63 vacation packages that take you to the wonderful city of Bergen.

The best flights, hotels, and activities in Bergen get fully booked quickly. Use the search tool below to find the best vacation packages in Norway. Your customized holiday package to Bergen is only a few clicks away!

How to get to Bergen

To get to the city of Bergen the fastest way possible, travelers from outside Norway can travel by plane. International travelers can fly to Bergen by booking flights with any of the 38 airlines that offer direct flights to Bergen , Flesland airport. Some airlines that operate flights to Bergen , Flesland airport are United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Ryanair, Turkish Airlines, and Azul. Go to this page to compare all flights to Bergen.

To reach the city of Bergen, travelers can choose from various airport transfer options available at Bergen , Flesland airport.

If you're looking for the best flight ticket deals to Bergen, knowing the cheapest travel time and which airlines offer the most affordable flights is helpful. Luckily, we have this information for you. Discover more about the cheapest and most popular flights to Bergen , Flesland airport and Bergen below.

Find cheap flights to Bergen

Beautiful view of Bryggen historic buidings in Bergen, Norway.

Over the years, more airlines have started offering flexible and direct flights to Bergen, making it one of the most accessible travel destinations in Norway. However, it is usually cheaper to fly to Bergen, Norway, in May.

The cheapest one-way flight to Bergen costs around 25 EUR and is offered by the airline Wizz Air.

The cheapest round-trip flights to Bergen cost approximately 50 EUR in total. The departure flight leaves on May 10 and the return flight is scheduled on May 9. The flight time is around 1 hour per way.

The return flight is operated by Florø.

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Popular flights to Bergen

Travelers visiting Bergen in Norway can fly to Bergen , Flesland airport directly from 1939 destinations worldwide.

The three most popular routes to Bergen , Flesland airport and the city of Bergen in Norway depart from Bergen , Flesland airport in Bergen, Norway, Albany airport in Albany, Australia, and Norman Manley International airport in Kingston, Jamaica.

Travelers can fly to Norway by choosing from from 1 weekly flight(s) from Bergen; from 1 weekly flight(s) from Albany; and from 3 weekly flight(s) from Kingston.

The airline that operates most flights to Norway is Cambodia Airways. Cambodia Airways offers 5 scheduled flight routes to Norway.

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Where to stay in Bergen

Altan with red tulips in Bergen, Norway.

An essential factor to consider when traveling to a new place or country is accommodation. While visiting a city as fantastic as Bergen is always exciting, any avid traveler knows that accommodations often make or break the vacation experience.

The best place to stay in Bergen usually depends on travelers' needs and preferences. However, booking accommodation in downtown Bergen offers a ton of benefits.

Staying at the heart of the city allows you to easily walk to many of the top sights and dining areas in Bergen and cut down on your travel expenses. Centrally-located accommodations are also an excellent choice for travelers in Bergen planning to go on a quick tour or drive to the neighboring regions.

In Bergen, you'll find 3 different types of places to stay catering to every taste, budget, and reason for travel. For example, honeymooners or travelers on a romantic getaway in Norway can experience the ultimate relaxation at one of the 5-star or 4-star hotels in Bergen. Travelers whose purpose is sightseeing can also find plenty of mid-range hotels to budget-friendly accommodations in the city, allowing access to many of the top attractions in Bergen.

Learn more about the most popular places to stay and the top-rated hotels in Bergen in the next sections.

Popular types of accommodation in Bergen

A trip to the fascinating Bergen, Norway, means opportunities to relax at any of the 3 different types of places to stay in the city. Overall, travelers can choose from the following: 115 hotels, 112 vacation rental apartments and 37 cottages. While each type offers varying amenities and rates, there is no denying that Bergen provides a great selection of lodging options ready to cater to every kind of guest.

Among all these choices available in the city, Zander K Hotel is one of the top picks of travelers in Bergen.

The hotel is located at Zander Kaas gate 8 and boasts many great utilities, including 24-hour front desk, Bar, and Family rooms.

Budget accommodations are also incredibly popular among travelers in Bergen. Cheaper alternatives allow travelers to save on accommodation costs and have more to spend on other experiences.

In Bergen, travelers looking for an economical yet top-rated place to stay usually choose Bergen Hostel Montana. For approximately 40 EUR, guests can book a comfortable Unknown at this popular hotel.

Below is a list of all 3 different types of places to stay in Bergen. Select the type you prefer to compare options under each category and find the best accommodation.

Top hotels in Bergen

Hotels are travelers' go-to accommodations in Bergen for the unique experience they provide. So if you're the kind of traveler who prefers staying at hotels, you'll be glad to know that the city is home to around 264 hotels.

Besides offering basic amenities, many hotels in Bergen provide meals and extras, such as shuttle services, spa facilities, tour desks, and other services. But because not all hotels in Bergen are created equal, finding the best in the city often requires careful research. For your convenience, we've done all the research to make it easier for you to check out all the top hotels in Bergen.

If comfort, convenience, and affordability are your non-negotiables, check out Bergen Bors, the top 4-star hotel in the city. When all you need is a pleasant place to rest and sleep in between your activities in Bergen, the highest-rated 3-star hotel, Zander K Hotel, is for you.

Below is our hand-picked list of the best hotels in the Bergen. Travelers are encouraged to book early as these hotels quickly reach capacity.

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Use the Accommodation Search tool below to find available stays in the city of Bergen on specific dates. This handy feature also allows you to compare prices and amenities.

Enter the preferred check-in and check-out dates. Then, select the number of guests and rooms. Click the Search button to find all the available hotels and places to stay in the city of Bergen that match the information provided.

Car rental in Bergen

View of Bergen city with lift in Norway.

Experience the freedom and convenience of a self-drive vacation by renting a car for your adventures in Bergen. Bergen has 6 car rental companies ready to provide you with the perfect vehicle for your travels.

Automatic cars for rent in Bergen start from 24.55 EUR per day or 171.82 EUR per week. The cheapest automatic rental car is a Toyota Corolla Aut.

If you prefer driving a manual car, you’ll find multiple options for rent in Bergen, starting from 23.06 EUR per day or 161.44 EUR per week. The cheapest manual rental car is a Toyota Aygo.

Learn more about the different types of cars you can rent in Bergen, Norway, below.

Popular types of car rental in Bergen

Discover and choose from our broad range of popular car rental options in the city of Bergen to find the best car for your travel plans. Travelers in Bergen can choose from small cars, medium cars, large cars, estate cars, mini vans, SUVs, convertibles, premium cars, camper vans, mini campers, vans, cars. All car rentals come with CDW insurance for added protection throughout your trip.

Renting a car is a popular choice among travelers who want to explore Norway at their own pace. The most popular type of car rental among small groups of travelers in Bergen is a TopLevel.

Another very popular type of car to rent in Bergen is a TopLevel. This car is particularly popular among couples and solo travelers touring the city of Bergen.

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Get ready to hit the road and explore the beautiful city of Bergen. Find the best deals on a variety of popular car rentals in Bergen, Norway, or any other destination in Europe by using the search tool below.

Enter your pick-up and drop-off location, driver's age, and dates. Click the green button to view your options.

Popular destinations to visit after Bergen

Photo of the Art Museum of Bergen, Norway.

The city of Bergen is just one of the many unique and scenic destinations you can visit in Norway. So if you're itching for another cultural adventure, a relaxing road trip, an action-filled city break, or a memorable weekend getaway, know that Norway has it all.

Norway is calling, and the country is asking you to experience its culture and diversity to the fullest! Take the opportunity to visit other captivating places in Norway that are as magical as the city of Bergen. The most popular travel destinations in Norway are listed below. Click on the name of the place you want to explore next to learn more about it.

All the best destinations in Norway

When unsure of where to go next, use the map below. This map shows the locations of all the best destinations in Norway. Use the map to plan your trip and find the best routes.

Domestic flights from Bergen

Photo of St. Maria Romanesque church in Bergen, Norway.

A taste of Norway through a visit to Bergen can often reignite a traveler's passion for adventure. When this happens, the best way to satisfy this wanderlust is to book a domestic flight from Bergen to another remarkable destination in Norway.

To begin your search for the best or cheapest flights from the city of Bergen to other spectacular locations in Norway, jump to the last section of this travel guide.

Popular domestic flights from Bergen

Travelers in Norway can catch flights to domestic airports in Ålesund, Kristiansund, Kristiansand, Haugesund, and Narvik. Domestic flights in Norway are operated by 4 airlines: Widerøe, Wizz Air, Norwegian, and SAS. There are around 15 scheduled flight routes operating to Bergen on a weekly basis.

From Bergen, travelers can book scheduled flights to 13 domestic destinations. The most popular flights from Bergen depart to many top-rated destinations in Norway and are offered by Widerøe, Wizz Air, and Norwegian.

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Traveling to another city or region in Norway? Use the flight search tool below to quickly find the cheapest one-way or round-trip flights from Bergen to different local destinations.

Enter all the necessary information and click or tap on the Search button to see a list of the available domestic flights in Norway on the selected dates.

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