{"id":15133,"date":"2023-05-03T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-03T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nohurrytogethome.com\/?p=15133"},"modified":"2023-06-09T02:29:10","modified_gmt":"2023-06-09T02:29:10","slug":"best-things-to-do-in-bergen-norway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nohurrytogethome.com\/best-things-to-do-in-bergen-norway\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Things To Do in Bergen, Norway"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Bergen, Norway is known as the \u201cGateway to the Fjords\u201d and it\u2019s a beautiful city with historic buildings, glorious mountaintops, and fantastic museums. It\u2019s one of the most popular cities to visit in Norway, and with good reason. It\u2019s absolutely beautiful, easily walkable, and full of history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditionally, Bergen was a hub for the Norwegian fishing industry because of its port. And while it\u2019s still an important city for Norwegian fisheries, tourism has become an important part of the local economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are planning a trip to Norway, visiting Bergen<\/a> should definitely be on your list. Here are the ten best things to do in Bergen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 Best Things To Do in Bergen, Norway<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Stroll Through Bryggen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bryggen is the most iconic area of Bergen and definitely the spot you will see all over Instagram! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This area of town sits along the waterfront and the wooden buildings were once used as commercial buildings and warehouses for the fishing industry. Now though, you can stroll through the area and enjoy different shops and restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the front of the buildings are what you\u2019ll recognize from pictures, be sure to stroll down the alleyways too! This whole area is lined with wooden planks, which gives it a special beauty. Plus, you\u2019ll find more unique shops and restaurants away from the main drag of the front street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Explore Mount Fl\u00f8yen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mount Fl\u00f8yen is the mountain that rises above the harbor of Bergen, and it is definitely a place you won\u2019t want to miss! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can take the Fl\u00f8banen funicular to the top and enjoy the amazing views, a playground for the kids, a restaurant, ice cream, hiking trails, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is probably my favorite place in Bergen. It\u2019s covered in a beautiful Scandinavian forest, and it has a lake that\u2019s an easy hike down a paved road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mount Fl\u00f8yen is a super popular place with both tourists and locals for enjoying beautiful weather, so don\u2019t miss it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Take the Cable Car Up Mount Ulriken<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can also go up to Mount Ulriken, another mountain that surrounds Bergen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This mountain has a different feel than Mount Fl\u00f8yen. Where Fl\u00f8yen is covered in forest, Ulriken is covered in rocky outcroppings and scrubby brush. This means that you can get amazing views from all angles!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you can hike to the top, the easiest way to get there is to take the Ulriken643 cable car to the top. Once there, you can explore the mountaintop with different hiking trails and enjoy the incredible views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Eat at the Fish Market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Fish Market in Central Bergen is a mainstay for the city. It\u2019s existed since the 1200s! So you\u2019ll definitely want to make a stop here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll find the fish market right along the harbor in Bergen. During the summer there is an outdoor portion, but the rest of the year you can find vendors in the indoor portion called Mathallen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll find fish merchants, shops, and restaurants where you can grab a bite to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Visit the Old Bergen Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Old Bergen Museum in Gamle Bergen will give you a taste of what life in Bergen used to be like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This museum is an open air museum, where you can explore a small town that has been reconstructed with buildings dating back to the 18th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can explore the homes of community leaders, go inside historic shops, and enjoy a theatrical production that takes place on the town square multiple times each day. They also have actors on-site to tell you all about Bergen\u2019s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And don\u2019t forget to wander around the outdoor spaces of this museum. It sits right on the fjord and has amazing views with beautiful green space you can enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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