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Led by locals from Bergen, this walking tour offers an authentic and carefully curated experience that blends the best of the city’s culture, history, and nature. We only host small groups to ensure a more personal atmosphere and higher quality throughout the day. You'll explore iconic and lesser-known parts of Bergen, from the lively Fish Market and traditional Bunad boutiques to historical streets like Lille Øvregaten and Skostredet.
We ride the Fløibanen Funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen for breathtaking views before continuing to the forest-framed Fantoft Stave Church, a striking wooden church built in medieval style. The tour ends with a unique beer tasting in a candlelit wine cellar, where guests hear the dramatic tale of King Christian II and Dyveke.
Throughout the tour, your guide shares personal stories, practical tips, and local insight. This is not just sightseeing, but a warm and memorable experience led by people who truly know Bergen.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point: The blue stone. The blue stone is the general Bergensian meeting point. If you can't find it, ask any local and they will help you. The guide will be wearing a green jacket or shirt.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Your guide will take you through the historic Fishmarket, where locals have traded fresh seafood for hundreds of years. You’ll hear stories about how the market has evolved over the centuries, reflecting changes in Bergen’s culture, trade, and daily life
Admission ticket free -
1Mount Floyen and the Funicular
We take the funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen, where you can enjoy panoramic views over Bergen and the city fjord. At the summit, we explore forests, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, and might even meet the friendly Fløyen goats along the way. This stop offers a refreshing mix of nature, culture, and unforgettable scenery.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
We head back down and make our way through Lille Øvregaten, Bergen’s oldest street. Lined with crooked wooden houses and full of charm.
Admission ticket free -
2
We pass by Bergen Cathedral, a church with roots dating back to the 12th century. Its layered architecture reflects centuries of fires, rebuilds, and changing times.
3 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We wander into Skostredet, a colorful and creative street known for its independent shops, murals, and cozy cafés. This lively alleyway shows a different, more playful side of Bergen.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
We take the Bergen Light Rail out of the city center, enjoying a comfortable ride through local neighborhoods on our way to Fantoft Stave Church.
21 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We walk through the peaceful forest to reach Fantoft Stave Church, its dark wooden silhouette rising dramatically from the hillside.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
We take the light rail back to the city before walking to our last stop of the tour.
21 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
We end the tour at Dyvekes Vinkjeller, one of Bergen’s oldest bars. Here, guests are served a taste of history in a glass, in an atmospheric setting beneath the city streets
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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