Bergen's beautiful waterfront after a snowfall.
Bergen's UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bryggen
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Bergen's beautiful waterfront after a snowfall.
Bergen's beautiful waterfront after a snowfall.

Bergen City Tour, Bergen

Maurice
Maurice R.
Sep 20, 2023
Personable. Adjusted the program for our age , walking speed and distance. It was raining and he did the very best he could and, in fact,... Read more
Sharon
Sharon C.
Aug 30, 2023
John, a Bergen native, was very knowledgeable. We learned so much in the 3 hours doing the walking tour with him. It was fun, too.
Meredith
Meredith L.
Aug 18, 2023
Another 5 mile walk in a couple hours around the city. History of the city and local improvements we wouldn't have found on our own -... Read more
Catherine
Catherine B.
Jul 19, 2023
John grew up in Bergen and provided a very fun and engaging walking tour through the city. It was very much tailored to our interests. And... Read more
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Danette G.
Jun 20, 2023
Having a local guide take us around Bergen was great. It was a wonderful experience to walk around with somebody local to see and hear a... Read more
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Overview

With about 300,000 residents, Bergen is the second largest city in Norway. Rich in culture and seafaring history, this walkable city boasts a vast selection of cultural and outdoorsy activities. On a guided tour you'll get the highlights as you ride the Fløibanen funicular elevator (or hike the trail on foot) to the top of Mount Fløyen—one of Bergen's seven peaks—for the best views of the city. Then it's a leisurely stroll back down the path, which even features hidden troll sculptures along the way.

Next is the Bryggen area of downtown. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a series of colorful wooden houses that line the harbor and date back to the 1700s. The tour culminates with a rest in one of the charming local cafés and bakeries. There's nothing quite like enjoying a fresh coffee or hot chocolate and doing some people-watching in one of the most postcard-perfect towns in Europe.

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Traveler reviews

22 total ratings, 17 with reviews
4.7 out of 5
Feature ratings
Quality of Experience
4.6
Guides, Drivers and Staff
4.8
Transport
4.8
Maurice
Maurice R.
Saint Cloud, MN | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2023
Personable. Adjusted the program for our age , walking speed and distance. It was raining and he did the very best he could and, in fact, based on his suggestions, we went back over the same area when the sun did come out. Read more

Personable. Adjusted the program for our age , walking speed and distance. It was raining and he did the very best he could and, in fact, based on his suggestions, we went back over the same area when the sun did come out.

Tips for future travelers

No!

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Far too many to write about here. Once again, I refer you to our daily updates and give you permission to use the non-personal parts of them for your future clients -
Transport
They were there as arranged which lessened our anxiety as the trip went on.
Sharon
Sharon C.
Bellevue, WA | Reviewed on Aug 30, 2023
John, a Bergen native, was very knowledgeable. We learned so much in the 3 hours doing the walking tour with him. It was fun, too. Read more

John, a Bergen native, was very knowledgeable. We learned so much in the 3 hours doing the walking tour with him. It was fun, too.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Christina with KimKim Travel is A+++++!!!
Transport
Meredith
Meredith L.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Aug 18, 2023
Another 5 mile walk in a couple hours around the city. History of the city and local improvements we wouldn't have found on our own - well worth it. Read more

Another 5 mile walk in a couple hours around the city. History of the city and local improvements we wouldn't have found on our own - well worth it.

Tips for future travelers

Always pack your umbrella - the showers come anytime!

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Catherine
Catherine B.
Huntington, VT | Reviewed on Jul 19, 2023
John grew up in Bergen and provided a very fun and engaging walking tour through the city. It was very much tailored to our interests. And we got to see the building where he grew up. Wonderful guide! Read more

John grew up in Bergen and provided a very fun and engaging walking tour through the city. It was very much tailored to our interests. And we got to see the building where he grew up. Wonderful guide!

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Transport
Walking in Bergen is an excellent way to see the city. Be prepared for rain
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Carey S.
Orchards, WA | Reviewed on Jul 05, 2023
There was nothing specifically wrong with the tour but just not a "have to do" thing while in Bergen. Read more

There was nothing specifically wrong with the tour but just not a "have to do" thing while in Bergen.

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Danette G.
Altoona, IA | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2023
Having a local guide take us around Bergen was great. It was a wonderful experience to walk around with somebody local to see and hear a more personalized view and history of the city. Read more

Having a local guide take us around Bergen was great. It was a wonderful experience to walk around with somebody local to see and hear a more personalized view and history of the city.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Vilde was great!
Linda
Linda M.
Colorado Springs, CO | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2023
Ana gave us a full tour of downtown Bergen and the Bryggen area. She provided extensive information about the history of the area and offered suggestions for restaurants and shopping. Read more

Ana gave us a full tour of downtown Bergen and the Bryggen area. She provided extensive information about the history of the area and offered suggestions for restaurants and shopping.

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Shamala
Shamala L.
Singapore | Reviewed on Jun 07, 2023
John was very knowledgeable. Sharing with is the history of Bergen. It was a fun walk. Read more

John was very knowledgeable. Sharing with is the history of Bergen. It was a fun walk.

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Owen
Owen B.
Peoria, IL | Reviewed on May 23, 2023
A very fun walk through the town that brought us to many beautiful places. I think it would be amazing if we stopped off at some places along the way to try local foods, or see some local craftsmen etc. Also would have loved just a bit more history. Overall a great morning. Read more

A very fun walk through the town that brought us to many beautiful places. I think it would be amazing if we stopped off at some places along the way to try local foods, or see some local craftsmen etc. Also would have loved just a bit more history. Overall a great morning.

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Taylor B.
Kalispell, MT | Reviewed on May 20, 2023
John gave us our walking tour and he was so friendly and insightful! He gave us some great recommendations of where to spend our free time the next couple of days and it was just such a great start to our trip! Read more

John gave us our walking tour and he was so friendly and insightful! He gave us some great recommendations of where to spend our free time the next couple of days and it was just such a great start to our trip!

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