Bergen City Tour, Bergen

4.5 (34 reviews)
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Sharon d.
Aug 10, 2024
Love the Tour and really found John to be very very knowledgeable
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Phillips P.
Aug 03, 2024
Amazing! Highly recommend doing a tour with John - his knowledge about the area really enhanced our stay in Bergen. He took us all over the... Read more
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Margaret F.
Jun 02, 2024
It was a perfect tour with only our group of 4. John was a great guide- knew the city perfectlt, having grown up there and been... Read more
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Nathan H.
Dec 09, 2023
Great way to see and learn about Bergen. There is a lot of preserved history within the cityscape and the cobblestone streets are incredible places to... Read more
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
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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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Summarized by AI based on kimkim traveler reviews

Historical insights

The tour provided extensive historical information about Bergen, which many found educational and fascinating. Specific mentions include the city's preserved history and local improvements. (10 mentions)

Meredith
“History of the city and local improvements we wouldn't have found on our own - well worth it.”  — Meredith L.
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“It was a wonderful experience to walk around with somebody local to see and hear a more personalized view and history of the city.”  — Danette G.
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“John gave us many insights about Bergen and its history that we would have missed if we were on our own.”  — Raj O.
Excellent local guides

Multiple reviewers praised their local guides, particularly John, for being knowledgeable, fun, and providing personalized and engaging tours. The guides often shared in-depth history and personal anecdotes about Bergen. (9 mentions)

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“John was a great guide- knew the city perfectly, having grown up there and been a guide for many years.”  — Margaret F.
Maria Christina
“John had a good grasp of Bergen and was eager to show us more”  — Maria Christina S.
Catherine
“John grew up in Bergen and provided a very fun and engaging walking tour through the city.”  — Catherine B.
Long walks

The tours often involved extensive walking, sometimes up to 5 miles. While many enjoyed the physical activity, one reviewer noted that their daughter was less enthusiastic. (9 mentions)

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“We walked almost 5 miles (which was great) and really enjoyed the morning.”  — Margaret F.
Owen
“A very fun walk through the town that brought us to many beautiful places.”  — Owen B.
Meredith
“Another 5 mile walk in a couple hours around the city.”  — Meredith L.
Tailored experiences

Guides adjusted the pace and content of the tours based on the group's interests and needs, including accommodating for weather conditions and making personalized suggestions for post-tour activities. (5 mentions)

Catherine
“It was very much tailored to our interests.”  — Catherine B.
Maurice
“Adjusted the program for our age, walking speed and distance.”  — Maurice R.
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“He extended the tour to accommodate a brief visit to the musuem, a short coffee break and a visit to the electronics store to buy adapters.”  — Raj O.

Traveler reviews

34 total ratings, 26 with reviews
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4.8
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.

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Christina with KimKim Travel is A+++++!!!
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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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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.

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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 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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Christopher
Christopher E.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Mar 21, 2023
Brilliant experience and a lovely, knowledgeable guide. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Bergen - a beautiful city. Read more

Brilliant experience and a lovely, knowledgeable guide. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Bergen - a beautiful city.

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