Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present
Reviews Summary
Highly recommended, enjoyable walking tours. Participants appreciated learning about Bergen's history and culture. Guides enhanced the experience, making it informative and fun. Many felt it was a great introduction to the city.
Features
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
2 hours
- No hidden fees
- Guided walking tour of UNESCO World Heritage Bryggen
- Guided walking tour of Bergenhus Fortress
- Authorised Guide
- Gratuities
- Entrance into buildings & museums (the tour is outdoors only)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Join authorised, local guides for an authentic, small-group experience around Bergen - both the city and off-the-beaten path.
The first half of our tour focuses on Bergen's history. We wander the fortress complex, covering Bergen’s medieval history and short period as Norway's capital. After this crash course in Norwegian history,...
- Duration 2 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 16 people in the group
- 1
The Rosenkrantz Tower - Bymuseet I Bergen
Our tour begins by visiting the Bergen Fortress. When Bergen was the capital, this is where the palace was located. It's the best spot to start a walking tour!
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
Haakon's Hall - Bymuseet i Bergen
We pass by Håkon's Hall, the major part of the medieval palace still standing today. Here you learn about Bergen's time as an independent country and we also explain Norway's unions with Denmark and Sweden.
Please note that we do not enter Håkons Hall (it is a museum that costs...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 3
Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf
After learning about our royal past, we make our way into Bryggen. Bryggen is Bergen's UNESCO World Heritage-site and is where merchants have traded for 1000 years. It was made successful primarily by the Hanseatic League (the Hanse), a group of German merchants. We spend our time here learning about...
- Duration 40 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 4
St. Mary's Church
Our last point in historical Bergen is St. Mary's Church, the oldest still standing building in the city. It was constructed in the 12th century and still functions as a church today.
Please note we do not go inside the church as it has a separate admission fee.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 5
Steinkjellerbakken
After the history part, we head up-hill into the district Fjellsiden, which is a well-preserved area of wooden hours. We'll discuss everyday life in Norway, including what we eat, when we work, what a house costs, our taxes, and so on :)
The route depends on your guide and their...
- Duration 40 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 6
Mount Floyen and the Funicular
We pass by the funicular station so you can know where it is. Here we talk about outdoor life and the importance of hiking
culture in Norway.Note that we do not take the funicular! It would add an extra hour and 150 NOK to the trip. Also, it's best...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 7
Skostredet
The last twenty minutes of this walk is spent discussing modern Bergen and our food culture. Bergen is, after all, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy! We make our way into the old town centre, walking along Skostredet - a popular street for restaurants.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 8
Fish Market
We finish outside the fish market/tourist office in Bergen.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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