Bergen sits between mountains and the Byfjord, with Bryggen's coloured warehouses along the harbour. Most visitors want a fjord, and the choice splits three ways: a half-day Mostraumen cruise, a full Sognefjord and Flåm round trip, or a Hardangerfjord day among orchards. This guide compares 38 bookable tours, prices and ratings side by side.
Every price, rating and review count on this page comes from the tour's live listing, so what you read here matches what you'll pay.
The roster below pulls together 38 tours across 12 categories, from a $7.99 self-guided audio walk to a two-day Sognefjord package at $1548.62 per person. Rankings lean on published ratings and review counts, so a 4.9 across 2282 reviews counts for more than a 4.9 across a handful. Where two tours look similar, the from-price and the duration usually separate them.
This 3.5 to 4 hour cruise heads from Bergen into Osterfjord and the tight Mostraumen narrows, with a local guide pointing out the current, the cliffs and the wildlife along the way. Rated 4.7 across 2912 reviews, adult tickets from $78 per person. A strong default choice for a first fjord trip, and among the most-booked options on this site.
· Private three-hour city sightseeing tour.
A private three-hour sightseeing tour of Bergen with a dedicated guide. The itinerary is flexible, typically covering Bryggen, the harbour, the fish market and viewpoints over the city, adjusted to the group's interests on the day. Because the tour is private, the pace and the stops are yours to shape, and the guide answers questions along the way.
from $744.17Private three-hour city guiding from $744.17 per person. Check availability →
· Two-day Sognefjord trip with glacier and waterfalls.
The longest trip on this page: two days out from Bergen taking in the Sognefjord, a glacier arm, and waterfalls along the way. Priced from $1548.62 per person, it suits travellers who want the big scenery without stitching together trains and boats alone. Rated a full 5 from 5 reviews.
from $1,548.62Two days of glacier and waterfall touring, from $1548.62 per person. Check availability →
· Small-group walk through old and new Bergen.
A small-group walking tour that contrasts Bergen's past and present, from the Hanseatic wharf at Bryggen to the streets the city uses today. Two hours, from $37 per person, rated 4.9 across 2282 reviews, the most-reviewed walk in this category. Groups stay small enough for questions along the way.
from $37Old and new Bergen covered in a small group, with tickets from $37 each. Check availability →
· Small-group walk of Bergen past and present.
A two-hour small-group walk through Bergen's past and present, from the UNESCO-listed wooden houses of Bryggen to the streets of the modern city. Groups stay small, the pace is easy, and the route covers the stories behind the harbour, the Hanseatic wharf and everyday life in Bergen today. Runs daily, rain or shine.
from $38Small-group two-hour walks of past and present Bergen, from $37. Check availability →
· Small-group Bergen walk led by guide Martin.
A two-hour small-group walk around Bergen led by a guide named Martin, with tickets from $38. The format is conversational rather than scripted, and the group size keeps the pace walkable. Rated 4.9 across 2078 reviews, among the top-rated city walks listed here and an easy recommendation for first-time visitors.
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· Full-day glacier lake trip, lunch included.
A full-day guided trip from Bergen into glacier country, with lunch included in the ticket. The itinerary pairs the glacier lake with viewpoints across the national park landscape, and the tour holds a 4.9 rating across 959 reviews. Tickets from $215 per person. It is a long day out, so bring layers; mountain weather changes fast.
from $215Lunch is included; tickets from $215 per person. Check availability →
· Two-hour city tour on foot and by boat.
A two-hour small-group tour that splits Bergen in half: the streets and lanes on foot, then the harbour and its surroundings from the water. It covers Bryggen, the UNESCO-listed wharf, and the modern city on either side. Rated 4.9 across 424 reviews, with tickets from $48.53 per person. A good fit when time is short but you want both angles.
from $48.53City tour on foot and by boat, from $48.53. Check availability →
· Guided kayak trip on Bergen's harbour waters.
A guided kayak trip on the water around Bergen, just over four hours in all. Paddlers move at a relaxed pace along the shoreline and harbour, with the city and its surrounding hills in view for much of the route. Instruction and equipment are included, so no experience is needed to join, and the guide keeps the group together throughout.
from $203.84Guided kayak paddling on Bergen's waters from $203.84 per person. Check availability →
· Food walk plus a Fløibanen funicular ride.
A three-and-a-half-hour food tour that ends with a ride up the Fløibanen funicular to Mount Fløyen. The walking portion visits food stops around the city centre for tastings of Norwegian produce, then the funicular carries the group up for views over Bergen and the surrounding fjord country. One ticket covers both the eating and the mountain.
from $220Food tour with funicular ride, costs from $220 per person. Check availability →
· Fast RIB safari through Osterfjord, 2.5 hours
A 2.5-hour RIB safari from Bergen into Osterfjord and Mostraumen, getting close to cliffs and waterfalls that larger boats cannot reach. Rated 4.9 across 35 reviews, from $149.91 per person. The premium pick for travellers who want speed and proximity rather than a slow scenic drift, and the rating suggests the format lands well.
from $149.91From $149.91 per person for the premium RIB safari. Check availability →
· Ten-hour glacier lake tour, no lunch.
A roughly ten-hour day trip from Bergen to the glacier lake, without lunch in the ticket price, so pack food or plan a stop. The tour is rated 4.9 across 29 reviews and costs from $207.88 per person. Expect long stretches of mountain scenery in each direction, which is most of the appeal.
from $207.88A full day at the glacier, from $207.88 per person. Check availability →
· Viking village, Naeroyfjord and Flam railway
A full-day combination that pairs a Viking village visit with a Naeroyfjord cruise and a ride on the Flam railway, all in one ticket. Rated 4.8 across 1438 reviews, from $420 per person, and one of the most popular big day trips from Bergen on this site. Book ahead in summer, when seats on the popular departures go quickly.
from $420From $420 per person for the full-day Viking village combo. Check availability →
· Guided Naeroyfjord cruise with Stegastein viewpoint
Guided Stegastein cruise from Bergen: a long day on the Sognefjord, roughly 11 hours door to door, with a stop at the famous viewpoint platform high above Aurland. A guide handles the commentary and the connections. Rated 4.8 across 1170 reviews, a solid pick if one fjord day is all the trip allows.
from $318.16Guided Stegastein cruise tickets start at $318.16 per person. Check availability →
· Fløibanen and Ulriken combo, best views.
A combo ticket covering both of Bergen's mountain rides: the Fløibanen funicular from the city centre and the Ulriken cable car up the tallest of the seven mountains. Together they give the two best viewpoints over the city, the islands and Byfjorden. Tickets from $51 per person, rated 4.5 across 1246 reviews. Check the listing for current times.
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· Private zodiac or pontoon fjord cruise
A private cruise with a choice of zodiac or pontoon boat, running anywhere from 2 to 10 hours depending on the trip you select. Rated 4.8 across 177 reviews, from $70.10 per person. The flexible format suits families and small groups who would rather have the fjord, and the boat, to themselves for the day.
from $70.10From $70.10 per person, with trip lengths from 2 to 10 hours. Check availability →
· Two-hour budget walk through central Bergen.
A budget-friendly two-hour walk through central Bergen. The route takes in Bryggen's Hanseatic wharf, the harbour and the old town streets, with a guide covering the city's history from trading port to modern cultural centre. Frequent departures and a low per-person price make this one of the easiest walks to slot into a first day in the city.
from $16.26Two-hour central Bergen walks from $16.26 per person, bookable online. Check availability →
· Full-day fjord cruise with lunch, bus from 07:45.
A full-day fjord trip from Bergen with lunch included, boarding the bus at 07:45. The route covers the Sognefjord and the Stegastein stretch, with a guide on board and food sorted midday. It rates 4.7 across 1409 reviews, one of the most-reviewed full-day options on this page.
from $305Lunch is served on board this UNESCO fjord cruise, priced from $305. Check availability →
· Hardangerfjord guided day with ferry crossing and falls.
A guided Hardangerfjord day running about 8.5 hours, built around a ferry crossing and some of the region's best-known waterfalls. The guide covers history and geography as the scenery shifts from open water to narrow valleys. Rated 4.7 across 64 reviews, a dependable pick in this category.
from $237.27Guided ferry crossing and waterfalls, from $237.27 per person. Check availability →
· Two-hour morning walking tour of central Bergen.
A two-hour morning walk through central Bergen, from $20 per person, the lowest-priced ticketed walking tour on this page. The route keeps to the compact city centre, so it pairs easily with an afternoon fjord trip or a museum visit. Rated 4.7 across 46 reviews, a quiet, low-cost way to get oriented.
from $20Morning walking tour of Bergen, 2 hours, from $20 per person. Check availability →
· Self-guided audio walk through central Bergen.
A self-guided audio walk through Bergen, downloaded to your phone and walked at whatever pace suits. Running between 45 minutes and an hour and a quarter, it covers the wharf, the old town lanes and the harbour, from $7.99 per person. Rated 4.7 across 25 reviews. Good for a first evening in the city, or when fixed tour times do not fit.
from $7.99The audio walk costs from $7.99 per person. Check availability →
· Three-hour food and culture walk of Bergen.
A three-hour guided walk pairing Bergen's food culture with its city sights. Stops include local eateries and market spots around the centre, with tastings of regional specialities along the way. The guide layers in history between stops, so it works as both an eating tour and an introduction to the city, a good pick for a first visit.
from $140.10Three-hour food and culture walk, from $140.10 per person. Check availability →
· Hardangerfjord scenic tour with lunch and waterfalls.
A slower-paced Hardangerfjord day: scenery, a sit-down lunch, and waterfall stops without a rushed timetable. The tour is rated 4.6 from 100 reviews and costs from $189 per person. A good fit for families or anyone who prefers a full day with fewer logistics to manage alone.
from $189A day of waterfalls and scenery, with lunch included, from $189 per person. Check availability →
· Round-trip cable car up Bergen's Ulriken.
A round-trip ticket for the Ulriken cable car, the ride up the highest of the mountains ringing Bergen. The top station opens onto trails, viewpoints and a café, with panoramas across the city, the islands and Byfjorden. Buying ahead saves queueing at the station on busy days, and the return ride is included in the fare.
from $51Round-trip Ulriken cable car tickets from $51 per person. Check availability →
· Seven-hour Hardangerfjord cruise to Rosendal and its castle.
A roughly seven-hour cruise south along the Hardangerfjord to Rosendal, the small village known for its barony and castle gardens. Time ashore is built into the day. At a $92 from-price it is one of the cheaper full-day fjord options here, rated 4.4 across 682 reviews.
from $92Cruise to Rosendal on the Hardangerfjord, around 7 hours, from $92 per person. Check availability →
· Private day trip to Voringsfossen.
A private 7.5-hour day trip from Bergen to Voringsfossen, one of Norway's best-known waterfalls, paired with the Kjeasen mountain farm viewpoint above the fjord. Because the guide and vehicle are yours alone, the pace and photo stops stay flexible. Rated 4.4 across 15 reviews, from $701.03 per person. A big-ticket day, priced accordingly.
from $701.03Private Voringsfossen day trip, from $701.03. Check availability →
· Self-guided Norway in a Nutshell round trip
The classic Norway in a Nutshell day done independently, roughly 10 hours door to door. You travel by train, bus and boat through the Sognefjord and the Flam valley on a set route, without a guide. Rated 4.3 across 79 reviews, from $418.08 per person. Tickets and timings are arranged for you, so there is little to plan on the day itself.
from $418.08From $418.08 per person for the self-guided round trip. Check availability →
· Mostraumen fjord cruise, 3.5 hours, no guide
A 3.5-hour cruise from Bergen out through Osterfjord to the narrow Mostraumen channel, where tidal current squeezes between steep rock walls. No guide on board, so the scenery does the talking. Rated 4.1 across 289 reviews, with tickets from $160.35 per person. A straightforward, low-friction way to see the fjord in half a day.
from $160.35Tickets from $160.35 per person for the 3.5-hour Mostraumen cruise. Check availability →
· Hop-on hop-off bus loop, 24h or 48h ticket.
A 55-minute loop around Bergen on a sightseeing bus, hopping between stops near Bryggen, the fish market and the harbour. The 24-hour and 48-hour ticket options let you ride the full circuit first, then use it as transport between the stops worth a longer look. Rated 3.7 across 584 reviews; check the live booking page for current fares.
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· Bergen to Flam cruise on the King of Fjords
A long day, roughly 13 hours, cruising from Bergen toward Flam along the Sognefjord. Rated 3.5 across 86 reviews, the lowest of the fjord options listed here, and priced from $208.80 per person. Worth weighing against the shorter Mostraumen trips before booking, especially if a full day on the water feels like too much.
from $208.80From $208.80 per person for the King of Fjords cruise. Check availability →Every tour listed above is a currently bookable, English-language listing; anything found unbookable is removed rather than kept live.
| Attraction | Best for | Area | Ticket from | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Day Glacier & Waterfall Trip | Two-day Sognefjord trip with glacier and waterfalls. | $1,548.62 | ★ 5 | |
| Private 3-Hour City Sightseeing | Private three-hour city sightseeing tour. | $744.17 | ★ 5 | |
| Premium RIB Boat, 2.5 Hours | Fast RIB safari through Osterfjord, 2.5 hours | $149.91 | ★ 4.9 | |
| Small Group, Past & Present | Small-group walk through old and new Bergen. | $37 | ★ 4.9 | |
| Small-Group Walk with Martin | Small-group Bergen walk led by guide Martin. | Price not published by the operator | ★ 4.9 | |
| Past & Present, 2-Hour Walk | Small-group walk of Bergen past and present. | $38 | ★ 4.9 | |
| Food Tour Plus Funicular Ride | Food walk plus a Fløibanen funicular ride. | $220 | ★ 4.9 | |
| Guided Kayak Tour, 4 Hours | Guided kayak trip on Bergen's harbour waters. | $203.84 | ★ 4.9 | |
| Glacier Lake Tour, Lunch Included | Full-day glacier lake trip, lunch included. | $215 | ★ 4.9 | |
| 10-Hour Glacier Lake, No Lunch | Ten-hour glacier lake tour, no lunch. | $207.88 | ★ 4.9 | |
| On Foot and by Boat | Two-hour city tour on foot and by boat. | $48.53 | ★ 4.9 | |
| Private Zodiac or Pontoon Cruise | Private zodiac or pontoon fjord cruise | $70.10 | ★ 4.8 | |
| Viking Village, Flam Railway Combo | Viking village, Naeroyfjord and Flam railway | $420 | ★ 4.8 | |
| Guided, 2-Hour Cruise, Stegastein | Guided Naeroyfjord cruise with Stegastein viewpoint | $318.16 | ★ 4.8 | |
| Central Bergen, 2-Hour Walk | Two-hour budget walk through central Bergen. | $16.26 | ★ 4.8 | |
| Segway Tour, Best Views | Fløibanen and Ulriken combo, best views. | Price not published by the operator | ★ 4.8 | |
| Fjord Cruise with Local Guide | Mostraumen fjord cruise with a local guide aboard | $78 | ★ 4.7 | |
| UNESCO Cruise, Lunch Included | Full-day fjord cruise with lunch, bus from 07:45. | $305 | ★ 4.7 | |
| Guided, Ferry Crossing, Waterfalls | Hardangerfjord guided day with ferry crossing and falls. | $237.27 | ★ 4.7 | |
| Morning Walking Tour, 2 Hours | Two-hour morning walking tour of central Bergen. | $20 | ★ 4.7 | |
| Self-Guided Audio Tour, 45 Min | Self-guided audio walk through central Bergen. | $7.99 | ★ 4.7 | |
| Scenic Tour, Lunch and Waterfalls | Hardangerfjord scenic tour with lunch and waterfalls. | $189 | ★ 4.6 | |
| 3-Hour Food & Culture Walk | Three-hour food and culture walk of Bergen. | $140.10 | ★ 4.6 | |
| Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket | Round-trip cable car up Bergen's Ulriken. | $51 | ★ 4.5 | |
| Rosendal Cruise, 7 Hours | Seven-hour Hardangerfjord cruise to Rosendal and its castle. | $92 | ★ 4.4 | |
| Private Voringsfossen Waterfall Tour | Private day trip to Voringsfossen. | $701.03 | ★ 4.4 | |
| Self-Guided Full-Day Round Trip | Self-guided Norway in a Nutshell round trip | $418.08 | ★ 4.3 | |
| 3.5-Hour Cruise, No Guide | Mostraumen fjord cruise, 3.5 hours, no guide | $160.35 | ★ 4.1 | |
| Hop-On Hop-Off, 24h Ticket | Hop-on hop-off bus loop, 24h or 48h ticket. | Price not published by the operator | ★ 3.7 | |
| King of Fjords Cruise Ticket | Bergen to Flam cruise on the King of Fjords | $208.80 | ★ 3.5 | |
| Cruise Operated by Locals | Fjord cruise to Mostraumen run by a local crew | $78 | ★ 4.6 | |
| Night Tour, Ulriken & Floyen | Night tour over Ulriken and Fløyen by cable. | $447 | ||
| Comedy Walk, 2 Hours 30 Minutes | Free comedy walk, tips welcome. | Free, tip based | Free, pay what you want | |
| Free Walk, Pay What You Want | Free walking tour, pay what you want. | Free, tip based | Free, pay what you want | |
| History, Comedy & Restaurants Walk | Free walk: history, comedy, food stops. | Free, tip based | Free, pay what you want | |
| Chill Walk, Stories & Views | Relaxed free walk, stories and views. | Free, tip based | Free, pay what you want | |
| History & Humor Stroll | Free walk with jokes and history, tips welcome. | Free, tip based | Free, pay what you want | |
| Local's Norwegian Perspective Walk | Free city walk led by a local, pay what you like. | Free, tip based | Free, pay what you want |
Every card here reflects its live listing: prices are from-prices, durations are the operator's own, and a listing that leaves something out may still include it. Rates move with the season, the date and the group, so check the current figure on the booking page before paying.
Showing all 38 things to do, most reviewed first.
| What it is | Kind | Starts from | Time needed | From | Rating |
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| Fjord Cruise with Local Guide | Mostraumen And Osterfjord Cruises | Not stated | Not stated | $78 | ★ 4.7 2,912 |
| Small Group, Past & Present | Bergen On Foot | Not stated | 2h | $37 | ★ 4.9 2,282 |
| Past & Present, 2-Hour Walk | Bergen On Foot | Not stated | 2h | $38 | ★ 4.9 2,078 |
| Small-Group Walk with Martin | Bergen On Foot | Not stated | Not stated | ★ 4.9 1,580 | |
| Viking Village, Flam Railway Combo | Norway In A Nutshell Day Tours | Not stated | Not stated | $420 | ★ 4.8 1,438 |
| UNESCO Cruise, Lunch Included | Norway In A Nutshell Day Tours | Not stated | Not stated | $305 | ★ 4.7 1,409 |
| Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket | Floyen And Ulriken Tickets | Not stated | Not stated | $51 | ★ 4.5 1,246 |
| Guided, 2-Hour Cruise, Stegastein | Norway In A Nutshell Day Tours | Not stated | 11h | $318.16 | ★ 4.8 1,170 |
| Comedy Walk, 2 Hours 30 Minutes | Pay-What-You-Want Walks | Not stated | 2h 30m | Free, tip based | ★ 4.87 1,108 |
| Glacier Lake Tour, Lunch Included | Glacier And National Park Tours | Not stated | Not stated | $215 | ★ 4.9 959 |
| History, Comedy & Restaurants Walk | Pay-What-You-Want Walks | Not stated | 2h | Free, tip based | ★ 4.83 727 |
| Rosendal Cruise, 7 Hours | Hardangerfjord Tours | Not stated | 7h | $92 | ★ 4.4 682 |
| Hop-On Hop-Off, 24h Ticket | Private Bergen Guiding | Not stated | Not stated | ★ 3.7 584 | |
| Segway Tour, Best Views | Private Bergen Guiding | Not stated | 2h | ★ 4.8 520 | |
| On Foot and by Boat | Bergen On Foot | Not stated | 2h | $48.53 | ★ 4.9 424 |
| Free Walk, Pay What You Want | Pay-What-You-Want Walks | Not stated | 2h | Free, tip based | ★ 4.69 369 |
| 3.5-Hour Cruise, No Guide | Mostraumen And Osterfjord Cruises | Not stated | 3h 30m | $160.35 | ★ 4.1 289 |
| 3-Hour Food & Culture Walk | Food Tours | Not stated | 3h | $140.10 | ★ 4.6 271 |
| Private Zodiac or Pontoon Cruise | Mostraumen And Osterfjord Cruises | Not stated | Not stated | $70.10 | ★ 4.8 177 |
| Guided Kayak Tour, 4 Hours | Kayak Tours | Not stated | 4h 15m | $203.84 | ★ 4.9 148 |
| History & Humor Stroll | Pay-What-You-Want Walks | Not stated | 2h | Free, tip based | ★ 4.65 113 |
| Scenic Tour, Lunch and Waterfalls | Hardangerfjord Tours | Not stated | Not stated | $189 | ★ 4.6 100 |
| King of Fjords Cruise Ticket | Norway In A Nutshell Day Tours | Not stated | 13h | $208.80 | ★ 3.5 86 |
| Self-Guided Full-Day Round Trip | Norway In A Nutshell Day Tours | Not stated | 10h | $418.08 | ★ 4.3 79 |
| Local's Norwegian Perspective Walk | Pay-What-You-Want Walks | Not stated | 2h | Free, tip based | ★ 4.85 71 |
| Central Bergen, 2-Hour Walk | Bergen On Foot | Not stated | 2h | $16.26 | ★ 4.8 69 |
| Guided, Ferry Crossing, Waterfalls | Hardangerfjord Tours | Not stated | 8h 30m | $237.27 | ★ 4.7 64 |
| Food Tour Plus Funicular Ride | Food Tours | Not stated | 3h 30m | $220 | ★ 4.9 49 |
| Morning Walking Tour, 2 Hours | Bergen On Foot | Not stated | 2h | $20 | ★ 4.7 46 |
| Premium RIB Boat, 2.5 Hours | Mostraumen And Osterfjord Cruises | Not stated | 2h 30m | $149.91 | ★ 4.9 35 |
| 10-Hour Glacier Lake, No Lunch | Glacier And National Park Tours | Not stated | 10h | $207.88 | ★ 4.9 29 |
| Self-Guided Audio Tour, 45 Min | Audio Tours In Bergen | Not stated | 45m | $7.99 | ★ 4.7 25 |
| Private 3-Hour City Sightseeing | Private Bergen Guiding | Not stated | 3h | $744.17 | ★ 5 23 |
| Private Voringsfossen Waterfall Tour | Waterfall Day Trips From Bergen | Not stated | 7h 30m | $701.03 | ★ 4.4 15 |
| Chill Walk, Stories & Views | Pay-What-You-Want Walks | Not stated | 2h | Free, tip based | ★ 4.93 14 |
| 2-Day Glacier & Waterfall Trip | Norway In A Nutshell Day Tours | Not stated | Not stated | $1,548.62 | ★ 5 5 |
| Cruise Operated by Locals | Mostraumen And Osterfjord Cruises | Not stated | Not stated | $78 | ★ 4.6 0 |
| Night Tour, Ulriken & Floyen | Floyen And Ulriken Tickets | Not stated | Not stated | $447 | ★ null 0 |
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Bergen's cheapest guided option is a free, pay-what-you-want walking tour, and the roster lists six of them through GuruWalk, with published ratings between 4.65 and 4.93 and durations around two to two and a half hours. You pay nothing upfront and tip the guide at the end. Beyond the walks, plenty of the city costs nothing at all: Bryggen's wooden facades, the harbour, and the trails up Mount Fløyen are all free to wander.
A free, pay-what-you-want walking tour that leans on jokes as much as history, running two and a half hours through central Bergen. Guides work for tips, so the price is whatever you think it was worth at the end. Rated 4.87 across 1108 reviews. Expect Bryggen, the fish market and a fair amount of local humour along the way.
Free, tips only, you decide the tip at the end.
See this free tour on GuruWalk →
· Free walking tour, pay what you want.
A two-hour free walking tour of Bergen with no fixed price: you tip the guide at the end. The route takes in the UNESCO-listed Bryggen wharf, the harbour and the streets between, with a local guide covering the city's trading past and present. Rated 4.69 across 369 reviews. Booking a seat costs nothing, so it suits tight budgets.
Free, tips only, you decide the tip at the end.
· Free walk: history, comedy, food stops.
A free, tip-based walk that mixes Bergen's history with comedy and stops around the restaurant quarter, running about two hours. Guides keep the tone light while covering the wharf, the harbour and the lanes where the city eats. Rated 4.83 across 727 reviews. Pay what you want at the end, and bring a little cash for the guide.
Free, tips only, you decide the tip at the end.
· Relaxed free walk, stories and views.
A relaxed, tip-based stroll through central Bergen. The guide sets an easy pace between the wooden wharves of Bryggen and the harbour, mixing local stories with viewpoints over the water. No fixed fee applies: you pay what the walk felt worth at the end. A low-pressure way to get oriented early in a visit.
Free, tips only, you decide the tip at the end.
· Free walk with jokes and history, tips welcome.
A pay-what-you-want walk that leans on comedy as much as history. Guides pitch Bergen's past, from Hanseatic traders to repeated fires and rebuilds, with jokes threaded through the whole route. Expect roughly two hours on foot around the centre. Nothing is charged up front; you tip the guide whatever the stroll felt worth.
Free, tips only, you decide the tip at the end.
· Free city walk led by a local, pay what you like.
A free walking tour guided by a Bergen local who grew up with the city's weather and habits. Rather than a fixed script, you get a Norwegian take on daily life, from the fish market to the hills above town. The walk runs about two hours and costs nothing to join; you tip the guide at the end if it earned it.
Free, tips only, you decide the tip at the end.
Bergen is one of Europe's wettest cities, so plan for rain rather than around it. The covered options hold up well: a two-hour city walking tour keeps mostly to Bryggen's alleys, a food tour spends three hours indoors between stops, and the self-guided audio tour lets you duck into cafes whenever the sky opens. Fjord boats sail in all weather, and the 55-minute sightseeing loop has a roof.
Families tend to do best with short, physical outings. The Fløibanen-Ulriken combo ticket covers both city mountains, and the funicular ride alone is a reliable hit with children. The 55-minute sightseeing loop suits short attention spans, while a Mostraumen fjord cruise gives older kids the whirlpools and narrow passages of the Osterfjord. The free GuruWalk tours welcome children and cost nothing upfront.
Winter shortens the fjord season but does not close it, and Mostraumen cruises run year-round with from-prices from $70.10. The paid walking tours continue through the darker months, and the 4.9-rated city walk at $37 makes a good anchor on a short day. The glacier and national park day trips run full days, so check departure times against the early sunset before booking.
Most cruise passengers get a handful of hours in port, which favours the compact centre. A two-hour walking tour covers Bryggen and the old town without a bus, and the 55-minute sightseeing loop is timed for exactly this kind of stop. If your ship docks long enough, the 2.5-hour Mostraumen cruise from $149.91 reaches the fjord and returns you with time to spare. Check the live listing for departure points before you book.
Bergen's evening options are thinner than its daytime roster, which reflects the city more than the tours. The food tours run into the evening, with a 3.5-hour option at $220 that doubles as dinner. A night walk up Fløyen is a local habit rather than a bookable product, and the free GuruWalk tours generally finish by early evening, so plan the late hours around food and the waterfront.
Fourteen of the 38 tours in the roster are fjord trips, split across three corridors. Mostraumen and the Osterfjord is the shortest round trip, from $70.10 in as little as two hours. Hardangerfjord runs roughly seven hours from $92. The Norway in a Nutshell routes toward Sognefjord and Flåm take a full day, from $208.80, and one two-day version costs $1548.62 per person.
A full-day combination that pairs a Viking village visit with a Naeroyfjord cruise and a ride on the Flam railway, all in one ticket. Rated 4.8 across 1438 reviews, from $420 per person, and one of the most popular big day trips from Bergen on this site. Book ahead in summer, when seats on the popular departures go quickly.
· Two-day Sognefjord trip with glacier and waterfalls.
The longest trip on this page: two days out from Bergen taking in the Sognefjord, a glacier arm, and waterfalls along the way. Priced from $1548.62 per person, it suits travellers who want the big scenery without stitching together trains and boats alone. Rated a full 5 from 5 reviews.
from $1,548.62Two days of glacier and waterfall touring, from $1548.62 per person. Check availability →· Full-day glacier lake trip, lunch included.
A full-day guided trip from Bergen into glacier country, with lunch included in the ticket. The itinerary pairs the glacier lake with viewpoints across the national park landscape, and the tour holds a 4.9 rating across 959 reviews. Tickets from $215 per person. It is a long day out, so bring layers; mountain weather changes fast.
from $215Lunch is included; tickets from $215 per person. Check availability →· Ten-hour glacier lake tour, no lunch.
A roughly ten-hour day trip from Bergen to the glacier lake, without lunch in the ticket price, so pack food or plan a stop. The tour is rated 4.9 across 29 reviews and costs from $207.88 per person. Expect long stretches of mountain scenery in each direction, which is most of the appeal.
from $207.88A full day at the glacier, from $207.88 per person. Check availability →· Guided Naeroyfjord cruise with Stegastein viewpoint
Guided Stegastein cruise from Bergen: a long day on the Sognefjord, roughly 11 hours door to door, with a stop at the famous viewpoint platform high above Aurland. A guide handles the commentary and the connections. Rated 4.8 across 1170 reviews, a solid pick if one fjord day is all the trip allows.
from $318.16Guided Stegastein cruise tickets start at $318.16 per person. Check availability →· Full-day fjord cruise with lunch, bus from 07:45.
A full-day fjord trip from Bergen with lunch included, boarding the bus at 07:45. The route covers the Sognefjord and the Stegastein stretch, with a guide on board and food sorted midday. It rates 4.7 across 1409 reviews, one of the most-reviewed full-day options on this page.
from $305Lunch is served on board this UNESCO fjord cruise, priced from $305. Check availability →· Hardangerfjord guided day with ferry crossing and falls.
A guided Hardangerfjord day running about 8.5 hours, built around a ferry crossing and some of the region's best-known waterfalls. The guide covers history and geography as the scenery shifts from open water to narrow valleys. Rated 4.7 across 64 reviews, a dependable pick in this category.
from $237.27Guided ferry crossing and waterfalls, from $237.27 per person. Check availability →· Hardangerfjord scenic tour with lunch and waterfalls.
A slower-paced Hardangerfjord day: scenery, a sit-down lunch, and waterfall stops without a rushed timetable. The tour is rated 4.6 from 100 reviews and costs from $189 per person. A good fit for families or anyone who prefers a full day with fewer logistics to manage alone.
from $189A day of waterfalls and scenery, with lunch included, from $189 per person. Check availability →· Seven-hour Hardangerfjord cruise to Rosendal and its castle.
A roughly seven-hour cruise south along the Hardangerfjord to Rosendal, the small village known for its barony and castle gardens. Time ashore is built into the day. At a $92 from-price it is one of the cheaper full-day fjord options here, rated 4.4 across 682 reviews.
from $92Cruise to Rosendal on the Hardangerfjord, around 7 hours, from $92 per person. Check availability →· Private day trip to Voringsfossen.
A private 7.5-hour day trip from Bergen to Voringsfossen, one of Norway's best-known waterfalls, paired with the Kjeasen mountain farm viewpoint above the fjord. Because the guide and vehicle are yours alone, the pace and photo stops stay flexible. Rated 4.4 across 15 reviews, from $701.03 per person. A big-ticket day, priced accordingly.
from $701.03Private Voringsfossen day trip, from $701.03. Check availability →· Self-guided Norway in a Nutshell round trip
The classic Norway in a Nutshell day done independently, roughly 10 hours door to door. You travel by train, bus and boat through the Sognefjord and the Flam valley on a set route, without a guide. Rated 4.3 across 79 reviews, from $418.08 per person. Tickets and timings are arranged for you, so there is little to plan on the day itself.
from $418.08From $418.08 per person for the self-guided round trip. Check availability →· Bergen to Flam cruise on the King of Fjords
A long day, roughly 13 hours, cruising from Bergen toward Flam along the Sognefjord. Rated 3.5 across 86 reviews, the lowest of the fjord options listed here, and priced from $208.80 per person. Worth weighing against the shorter Mostraumen trips before booking, especially if a full day on the water feels like too much.
from $208.80From $208.80 per person for the King of Fjords cruise. Check availability →Two days covers the core: Bryggen, the fish market at Fisketorget, a walking tour, and a ride up the Fløibanen funicular. Add a third for a Mostraumen fjord cruise, which runs three and a half to four hours and still leaves you an afternoon in town. Norway in a Nutshell is a different animal. Those itineraries run roughly ten to thirteen hours, so give the Sognefjord and Flåm a full day of their own.
At the last reading, it is 12.6℃ in Bergen with cloudy skies, wind 6.4 m/s.
Data: Norwegian Meteorological Institute, Locationforecast/2.0, under Norwegian Licence for Open Government Data (NLOD) 2.0.
Bergen has logged measurable precipitation on 217 days over the trailing 13 months, meaning it has rained on more than half of every single day the station recorded.
| Month | Mean temp | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| September | 13.1°C | 206.6 mm |
| October | 9.7°C | 231.9 mm |
| November | 6°C | 321.8 mm |
| December | 5.8°C | 303.5 mm |
| January | -1.4°C | 82 mm |
| February | 0.8°C | 133.4 mm |
| March | 5.9°C | 243.9 mm |
| April | 7.9°C | 65.9 mm |
| May | 9.9°C | 127.4 mm |
| June | 14.4°C | 165.7 mm |
| July | 14.9°C | 184.2 mm |
| August | 14.3°C | 243.6 mm |
Data: Norwegian Meteorological Institute (Met Norway), via yr.no, Norwegian Meteorological Institute (Met Norway), via yr.no.
Most visitors do best in the centre, close to Bryggen and the fish market, where the walking tours start and the fjord cruises leave from nearby piers. Nygårdshøyden, uphill around the university, feels more residential and sits a short stroll from the action. Staying central saves the early-morning scramble on Nutshell days, when buses leave before eight.
Bryggen (Bergen's UNESCO wharf district)
Check rates →Next to Bergen train station (Zander Kaaes gate)
Check rates →Nygårdshøyden / Harald Haarfagres gate (near Nygardsparken, university district)
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Bergen Airport, Flesland links to the centre by the Bybanen light rail, which runs from the terminal into town and drops you within walking distance of the harbour. From there, you hardly need transport at all: the walking tours, the fish market, Bryggen and the Fløibanen lower station all sit in a compact central radius. Buses and taxis cover Ulriken and the outer districts when your legs give out.
★★★★☆
“Had a great time amazing views warm weather made for a memorable experience. The fjords were great and little town were wonderful to photograph”
Michael_M, operator-listing review of 3.5-Hour Cruise, No Guide
★★★★★
“A wonderful and very informative two hour tour of old and new Bergen. Thank you from your servicdt Janine.”
Priyantha_A, operator-listing review of Past & Present, 2-Hour Walk
★★★★★
“Well equipped and very experienced. Small groups with lots of time for questions and stories. Would highly”
Terry_R, operator-listing review of Guided Kayak Tour, 4 Hours
★★★★★
“This tour is the absolute best!! It's absolutely great and amazing! There was an discount if I were to take it at 15:00 instead of 11:00. And I am really glad and happy that I did. The service is really good, and so are the food & beverages on the boat. The tour guide is very good and knows and tells a lot(but not too much) but for most part the ''tour'' doesn't need words, the mountains, nature and the water show themselves in their magnificent glory. I made a lot of pictures and videos and sended it to many people. At one point I said now is enough, you just going to have to do this, yourself, one day, in your life. I had taken a cruise , in Bodo , 18 months algo already. That was already great, but this was even more beautiful stil.”
Kyrill, operator-listing review of Fjord Cruise with Local Guide
★★★★★
“Thank you Rigmor! The tour was an excellent start to my wonderful stay in Bergen. Great tour guide (Rogmor, you rock) , great places and a good variety of what Bergen has to offer food-wise. On top of that I was blessed with an awesome group of lovely people.”
Alice, operator-listing review of Food Tour Plus Funicular Ride
★★★★★
“Outstanding views in clear weather. Express bus was quick and smooth, with both drivers very friendly. Excellent advice from the ticket person, as he advised correctly when the best time to go up during our 3 day stay. Very open and honest, Good views to rear of top station too.”
HelenaChris, operator-listing review of Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket
