Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present
Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present
We meet at the Rosenkrantz Tower inside the Bergen fortress. NOTE - we walk up-hill on cobblestone. This tour requires a moderate fitness.
If you don't think you'll be able to walk up-hill, I recommend booking our private tour. This small-group walking tour combines history, culture and everyday life as we walk through both the most famous attractions of Bergen and the off-the-beaten path parts of the city. We will discuss not just the fascinating history of Bergen, but also what it's like to live in Bergen today - including everyday life, housing, work, education and anything you wish to ask.
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The Rosenkrantz Tower
We make our way through the fortress, discussing Bergen's history as the capital of Norway. We'll meet Håkon Håkonsson, our king during the Golden Age, and then discuss the Danish union.
10 minutesHaakon's Hall - Bymuseet i Bergen
We meet outside Håkons Hall, a stone hall within the Bergen Fortress. Instructions will be sent to your email.
10 minutesBryggen Hanseatic Wharf
After learning about how 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.
40 minutesSt. 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.
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 :)
40 minutesMount Floyen and the Funicular
We pass by the funicular station so you can know where it is.
Skostredet
We make our way into the old town centre, walking along Skostredet - a popular street for restaurants.
10 minutesFish Market
We finish outside the fish market/tourist office in Bergen.
10 minutesIncluded
- Certified English-speaking Guide
- Snacks - We give you a sample of a local delicacy :)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.