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Discover the story of Bergen on this one-hour self-guided audio walking, at your own pace, tour through the city centre. Once Norway's medieval capital and Scandinavia's busiest trading port, Bergen tells its history through its statues, squares and old streets – bringing each one to life as you walk.
Starting at the steel sculpture of King Olav Kyrre, the city's founder, you'll meet Bergen's heroes: composer Edvard Grieg, violinist Ole Bull, playwright Henrik Ibsen and statesman Christian Michelsen. Hear how Norway won its independence, how Bergen lived through Nazi occupation, and the lighter local tales in between. Walk at your own pace, pause for coffee and pick up where you left off – ideal for a cruise stop or your first hours in the city.
Highlights:
- Find the 17th-century cannonball still lodged in the wall of Bergen Cathedral.
- Stand before the Sailor's Monument and hear how the sea shaped Bergen.
- Hear daring wartime escape stories outside the Gestapo Museum.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
The tour ends in Vågsallmenningen square, in front of the Ludvig Holberg Statue.
Itinerary
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Steel Sculpture of King Olav Kyrre (Pass by)
On this walking tour through the small coastal city, I’ll bring its history to life. Our tour starts in front of the steel sculpture of King Olav Kyrre, where you’ll learn about the city’s origins, and how it gradually expanded.
Admission ticket free -
Kode Art Museums Of Bergen (Pass by)
Bergen is a city that has worn many hats. It was once the medieval capital of the Kingdom of Norway, and it was Scandinavia’s commercial centre until the 1600s. The city is renowned for its UNESCO sites, its fish market, and its seven surrounding mountains. It’s also been called ‘the gateway to the fjords’. On this walking tour through the small coastal city, I’ll bring its history to life.
Admission ticket free -
Festplassen (Pass by)
Enjoying a leisurely walk through Festplassen Plaza, a popular square.
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(Pass by)
You'll see the Statue of Christian Michelsen, a Norwegian national hero and politician.
Admission ticket free -
Musikkpaviljongen (Pass by)
Enjoying a leisurely walk through city parks and popular squares like the Musikkpaviljongen (Music Pavilion).
Admission ticket free -
Edvard Grieg Statue (Pass by)
You'll see Composer Edvard Grieg’s Statue and learn a bit about him while you walk.
Admission ticket free -
Ole Bull Fountain (Pass by)
You'll see the statue of famed violinist Ole Bull which stands proudly on top of a fountain.
Admission ticket free -
Henrik Ibsen Statue (Pass by)
You'll see the granite statue of distinguished playwright Henrik Ibsen.
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The National Stage (Pass by)
You’ll walk through the city centre, taking in important buildings like the National Theatre and the Bergen Cathedral.
Admission ticket free -
Gestapomuseet - Bergen (Pass by)
While passing by the Gestapomuseet, I'll reveal the city’s darker history such as the Nazi occupation, and tell you about the only way that prisoners could escape from their torture rooms.
Admission ticket free -
Torgallmenningen (Pass by)
Stroll down Torgallmenningen towards the Sailor's Monument.
Admission ticket free -
Sailor's Monument (Pass by)
You'll see one of the most respected landmarks in the city, the Sailor’s Monument, which celebrates Norwegian sailors, their efforts and adventures at sea.
Admission ticket free -
Domkirken (Bergen Cathedral) (Pass by)
On this tour, you'll have a chance to spot the 17th century cannonball embedded on the Cathedral façade.
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(Pass by)
Discover the hippest area in the city, Skotstredet.
Admission ticket free -
Ludvig Holberg Statue (Pass by)
The audio tour ends in front of one of the city’s oldest statues which depicts writer and poet Ludvig Holberg.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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