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The 15 Best Tours in Bergen

44 tours  ·  from $26 a head

Bergen is a wharf, a funicular and the gateway to the fjords behind it. These 15 sort the Mostraumen sailings, the guided walks through Bryggen and the long Nærøyfjord days by price, duration and how much of the day is spent on a bus.

From Bergen: The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen - The Osterfjord grows steeper and quieter
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From Bergen: The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

1.The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,440 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $93Our pick

Board Rødne Fjord Cruise at Bergen’s Fish Market for a 3.5-hour round trip through the Osterfjord. You’ll pass Bryggen, narrow channels, steep mountains, waterfalls, and Mostraumen’s strong currents. The boat has a warm cabin, sun deck, toilets, onboard snacks, and English and Norwegian audio commentary.

“Absolutely breathtaking. Make sure you dress up warm- it’s very chilly on deck which is where you want to be if the weather is sunny and crisp like it was for us. Big thank you to the crew who work hard to provide an incredible experience- bravo.”

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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise - The 27-kilometer run through Osterfjord
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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

2.Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,990 reviews · from $81

Sail from Bergen’s harbor past Bryggen and along the 27-kilometer Osterfjord to the narrow Mostraumen strait. Captain Harald and the crew may slow for photo stops, while you can watch from the outdoor decks or a warm cabin. The 3.5 to 4-hour round trip includes an onboard kiosk, but food and drinks cost extra.

“Amazing morning out on the fjords! It was cute short by like 15 mins due to ice but still absolutely worth every penny!”

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Bergen: Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour - Meeting Bergen at its fortress
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Bergen: Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour

3.Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,609 reviews · 2 hours · from $26Best value

Walk from Bergenhus Fortress through Bryggen and into quieter local streets with guides such as Janine, Jeff, Emma, and Eirik. You’ll hear medieval and Hanseatic stories, learn how locals handle Bergen’s rain, and get useful tips for cafes, restaurants, museums, and independent exploring.

“Great tour and value for money, our guide Maria was brilliant and very knowledgeable.”

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Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present - Bergenhus Fortress and the royal beginning
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Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present

4.Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,575 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33Top rated

Walk from Bergenhus Fortress through UNESCO-listed Bryggen, St. Mary’s Church, Fjellsiden, Skostredet, and the Fish Market. Local guides such as Jeff, Janine, Dane, Emma, and Anaïs explain Bergen’s past and present, with restaurant tips and everyday Norwegian insight. The tour lasts about two hours and stays outdoors.

“This tour is a great introduction to Bergen for first-time visitors, and a good refresher for repeat visitors. Our tour guide, Jeff, was interesting and informative. He gave us a good overview of the history of Bergen and what it’s like to live there now, as well as sightseeing tips and excellent restaurant recommendations.”

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Bergen: City Tour on Foot - Starting at Vågen and the Fish Market
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Bergen: City Tour on Foot

5.City Tour on Foot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,327 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Spend two hours walking from Bergen’s harbor to St. Mary’s Church with a local guide speaking English or German. You’ll see the Fish Market, historic squares, Grieg and Ibsen connections, and Bryggen’s wooden lanes. Guides such as Martin Piehler add humor, maps, music, food tips, and a feel for modern Bergen life.

“Martin was FANTASTIC. Very informative, engaging and knowledgeable. He knows a lot more than the tour offers so ask away!”

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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway - Leaving Bergen for the fjord country
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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

6.Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,047 reviews · 10h 30m · from $418

From Bergen, follow a guide such as Michael, Tracy, or Maria through Norway’s fjord country. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the Nærøyfjord on the electric Future of the Fjords, then ride the Flåm Railway. It is a long, busy day with limited free time, but it packs three major sights into one well-organized route.

“This was the highlight of my trip to Bergen, Norway. The tour first appealed to me as its a great way of seeing what Norway has to offer over the course of a 1 day tour. You will be out for the while day exploring, a full 12 hours in fact, but it is so worth it. Our tour guide Maria was so friendly and informative with facts and history. She also let you do your own thing at various moments throughout the day. At every point, she lets you how much time you have and where to meet before moving on to the next part of the tour. They…”

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Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise - Dale gives you a short first break
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Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein – Viewpoint Cruise

7.Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein – Viewpoint Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,021 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $318

Travel from Bergen by small air-conditioned minibus to Tvindefossen, Stegastein, and the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord. You’ll cruise by battery-powered boat from Gudvangen to Flåm, with guides such as Bjarte, Thomas, Geir, or Stig sharing local stories. Expect a scenic but demanding 11-hour day.

“Bjarte was absolutely WONDERFUL! We had a wonderful day discovering and admiring the beauty of Norway. Would definitely recommend this tour!”

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Bergen: Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket - Exchanging your voucher at the lower station
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Bergen: Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket

8.Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 925 reviews · 30 days · from $51

Take the round-trip Ulriken Cable Car from Bergen’s lower station to the top of Mount Ulriken, Norway’s highest mountain in the city. The five-minute gondola ride leads to wide views, marked trails, a café, restaurant, and summer zipline. You can stay near the station or hike farther across the mountain.

“We hiked after a snack and hot drink. The scenery in the mountains was awesome”

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Mostraumen Fjord Cruise - the local operator - From Bergen harbor past Bryggen
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Mostraumen Fjord Cruise – the local operator

9.Mostraumen Fjord Cruise – the local operator

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 742 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80

Take a roughly four-hour round-trip cruise from Bergen through Osterfjorden to Mostraumen. You’ll pass Bryggen, Nordhordland Bridge, steep fjord walls, waterfalls, villages, and open countryside. The boat has indoor seating, sundecks, toilets, WiFi, commentary, and a small kiosk, making this a practical half-day outing in rain or shine.

“It is very rainy in Bergen and the surrounding areas but don't let this stop you. The rain comes and goes. During our trip the weather ranged from just cloudy, to heavy rain to sunshine. The boat we traveled on had plenty of room inside and there were huge windows on either side ant at the front of the boat. There was also plenty of room outside when we wanted to be outside. There were times when it seemed like you could just reach out a tough the cliffs plunging into the sea, This 4 hour trip was well worth doing. I'd”

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From Bergen: Folgefonna National Park & Glacier Lake Tour - The Hardangerfjord Ferry Is Part of the Sightseeing
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From Bergen: Folgefonna National Park & Glacier Lake Tour

10.Folgefonna National Park & Glacier Lake Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 589 reviews · 10 hours · from $222

This 10-hour English-language day trip takes you from Bergen to Steindalsfossen, across Hardangerfjord, and into Folgefonna National Park. You’ll walk roughly 45 minutes to an hour each way to Bondhusvatnet, with time for a picnic beside the glacier lake. Guides have included Alexa, Salome, Bailey, Sam, and others.

“Fabulous Trip - the Guide was interesting and knowledgeable. The whole day was brilliant, beautiful scenery the whole way - plenty of stops for photos. The hike to the lake was fairly easy and the scenery on the way was spectacular as was the lake itself. We had a wonderful day.”

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Bergen: Nærøyfjorden, Flåm, and Stegastein Guided Bus Tour - Tvindefossen begins the scenic route
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Bergen: Nærøyfjorden, Flåm, and Stegastein Guided Bus Tour

11.Nærøyfjorden, Flåm, and Stegastein Guided Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 558 reviews · 11 hours · from $309

You’ll travel from Bergen by comfortable, climate-controlled minibus with an English-speaking guide such as Bjarte, Stig, or Thomas, stopping at Tvindefossen, Stegastein, Flåm, and Gudvangen before a two-hour electric-boat cruise through Nærøyfjord. It’s a full, fast-moving day built for seeing Western Norway’s greatest views in one go.

“A nice bus ride to get out and see the country side. Our tour guide was very informative about Norway.”

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Best Views of Bergen - Segway Day Tour - The practice session comes first
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Best Views of Bergen – Segway Day Tour

12.Best Views of Bergen – Segway Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 483 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Ride through Bergen with a trained English-speaking guide, practicing first before heading past Bryggen, Nordnesparken, the harbor, and halfway up Mount Fløyen. Groups are capped at 10, and guides such as Regina, Tobias, Oliver, and Alexander are praised for patient instruction and safe handling of the hills.

“Great tour! Beautiful city and views. Guide was super nice and the group was small enough that we could get around easily.”

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Bergen: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Stop 1: King Håkon’s Hall and the Rosenkrantz Tower
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Bergen: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

13.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 481 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $51

Ride Bergen’s 13-stop City Sightseeing bus past Bryggen, the Fish Market, Bergen Aquarium, the funicular, cruise terminals, and historic churches. You get a 55-minute circuit, buses every 30 minutes, free Wi-Fi, and audio commentary in eight languages. The ticket lasts 24 or 48 hours, though attractions and food cost extra.

“Für 43 € bei GYG pro Person im Vorverkauf ziemlich teuer. Tour ist nicht lang. Tickets vom Schiff hätten 41 € pro Person gekostet!!!”

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City Walking Tour - Bergen On Foot - History with room for present-day Bergen
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City Walking Tour – Bergen On Foot

14.City Walking Tour – Bergen On Foot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 436 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $31

Walk central Bergen and Bryggen with an English-speaking guide, often Martin or Neal, in a small group capped at 16. Over two hours, you’ll connect fish-market streets, famous residents, Hanseatic trade, wartime history, and modern local life. Bring a raincoat and comfortable shoes.

“Martin was an excellent tour guide for our walking tour of Bergen! He had a lot of information that was interesting and entertaining. We came to Bergen from a cruise ship, but decided to take a local tour. We are so happy with our decision! You will not be disappointed!”

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Bergen Day Tour to National Park Folgefonna and Glacier Lake - The bus ride from Bergen sets the scene
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Bergen Day Tour to National Park Folgefonna and Glacier Lake

15.Bergen Day Tour to National Park Folgefonna and Glacier Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $228

Travel from Bergen to Steinsdalsfossen, cross the Hardangerfjord by ferry, and hike through Folgefonna National Park to turquoise Bondhusvatnet. Guides such as Sam and Alexa add Norwegian history and humor along the way. The day lasts about 10 hours, includes transport and ferries, and requires you to bring your own snacks.

“Superb tour and whilst the fjords, waterfalls and glaciers were amazing, they were only enhanced by our guide “Sam”. She was superb and despite less than ideal conditions (no microphone on the mini bus) she dealt with it all professionally and with style. A great tour and would recommend!”

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