Bergen tours at a glance
Most Bergen tours start in or near the harbour, within a few minutes of Bryggen. The classic first tour is the guided walk through the wharf, and from there the choices spread out: the Hanseatic assembly rooms, the funicular and the mountain, a cruise on the Osterfjord or a longer day by rail and boat. Prices are in Norwegian kroner (NOK) for 2026, and they change.
The guided Bryggen walk is in English, lasts 90 minutes and begins at Bryggens Museum. The route includes the Schøtstuene and a medieval wine cellar. The price covers admission to Bryggens Museum and the Schøtstuene on the same day. The walk is not suited to prams or to people with limited mobility, and dogs are allowed only as guide dogs.
Our picks: Bergen tours and Bryggen walks
The Bryggen walk and the ferry walk are the short ones for a first morning in the centre. The kayak trip leaves the city for Øygarden, and the fjord and fortress options are for when you want a boat or the Bergenhus area on your list.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Guided kayaking around the Øygarden islets
- Pickup and return from the tourist information
- Waterproof gear
- Snack and local apple juice
You paddle among the islets of Øygarden outside the city, in a small group.
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Fjord cruise, city tour and Fløyen in one day
- Guided historic city walk
- Mostraumen fjord cruise
- Fløibanen funicular
Three Bergen classics on one ticket, which suits you if you only have a single day in town.
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Mostraumen cruise from Strandkaien
- Round-trip boat ride
A plain boat trip out to Mostraumen and back from the Strandkaien quay.
Check availability →Bryggen and fortress walk with an authorised guide
- Authorised local guide
- Bryggen and Bergenhus from outside
Bergenhus is seen from the outside only, so tickets for the interiors are extra.
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Small-group walk with a ferry ride
- Guide
- Ferry tickets
The meeting point in the centre makes it an easy first morning, wherever you stay in town.
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Bryggen and old town walk with a local guide
- Guided walk in the city centre
- Local guide, English daily
Entry to Håkonshallen and the Rosenkrantz Tower is extra, as is the Fløibanen ride.
Check availability →Bergen tours and day trips
Bryggen walks, funicular and cable car tickets, fjord cruises and day trips, with live prices and availability.
Bergen walking tour: the Bryggen guided walk
Times and prices for the museum's English-language walk in 2026.
| Period | Departures | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 February to 27 March | 11:00 | One departure a day |
| 28 March to 30 September | 11:00 and 13:00 | Two departures a day |
| 1 October to 30 December | 11:00 | One departure a day |
| 1 May, 17 May, 23 to 26 December | – | No walks |
Adults pay NOK 390. Students and children aged 3 to 17 pay NOK 200, children under 3 go free, and the Bergen Card price is NOK 340. Children under 14 need an adult with them, and a companion with a carer's pass goes free. Schedules can change, so check the current times before you plan the day. The English walk is not a German-language tour.
The Schøtstuene tour
A separate offer with its own price.
The Schøtstuene on Øvregaten 50 are the Hanseatic assembly rooms and the place to visit for the Hanseatic Museum while Finnegården is closed. Admission with a guided tour is NOK 160 for adults and NOK 80 for students, under 18s go free, and the Bergen Card price is NOK 130. The tour lasts about 40 minutes, begins at the Schøtstuene and continues to Bryggen.
From May to October the languages are set by time: 11:00 Norwegian, 12:00, 14:00 and 17:00 English, 13:00 and 16:00 French, 15:00 German. The autumn and winter schedule can differ, and booking ahead is the safe choice. There is no combined ticket that includes Finnegården. See the Hanseatic Museum page and Bryggens Museum.
Bergen day trips
What the longer tours involve, and where to read more.
Fjord cruise to Mostraumen
The round trip runs through the Osterfjord to Mostraumen in 3 to 3.5 hours, with no landing. It sails all year, and the route can differ in ice or bad weather.
Fjord cruises →Flåm Railway day trip
From Bergen you take the Bergen Line to Myrdal and change there for the Flåm Railway, a 20 km line. It is a full day, so check the current timetable before you go.
Flåm Railway →Funicular and mountain
The Fløibanen takes about 6 minutes to the top of Fløyen. Some tours combine it with a walk through town. The Ulriken cable car is a separate ticket.
Fløibanen →Guided tours
Guided tours in Bergen differ in length, language and what they include. Check the included items on the booking page, because each product differs.
Fish market →Which Bergen tour for which traveler
A short comparison of the main tour types.
| Tour | Length | Suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Bryggen guided walk | 90 minutes | A first look at the wharf and its history |
| Schøtstuene tour | About 40 minutes | The Hanseatic assembly rooms |
| Mostraumen cruise | 3 to 3.5 hours | Fjord scenery without a long day |
| Flåm Railway day trip | Full day | Mountain railway and the fjord landscape |
| Fløibanen and Fløyen | About 6 minutes each way by funicular | City views and easy walks |
For most first-time visitors, the Bryggen walk in the morning and the Fløibanen in the afternoon make a good first day. Add the Mostraumen cruise on a second morning if the weather allows. The big fjords have their own guide at visitnorwegianfjords.com.
What to check before you book
Four points that save trouble.
Language and meeting point
Check the guide's language and where the tour starts. A tour in English does not imply one in German.
What the price covers
The Bryggen walk includes two museum entries on the same day. Other tours may not include admission, so read the included list.
Accessibility
The Bryggen walk is not suited to prams or reduced mobility. The Bryggens Museum itself is well suited to wheelchair users.
Weather
Bergen has rain in every season. Cruises and mountain tours depend on conditions, so allow a spare day if you can. See weather.
Bergen tours: frequently asked questions
How long is the Bryggen guided walk?
It lasts 90 minutes and starts at Bryggens Museum. The Schøtstuene and a medieval wine cellar are on the route.
Is the walk in German?
The museum walk is in English. The Schøtstuene tour is offered in German at 15:00 from May to October. Check the current schedule.
Can children join the Bryggen walk?
Yes. Children aged 3 to 17 pay NOK 200 and under 3s go free. Children under 14 must come with an adult, and the walk is not suited to prams.
Do I need to book a Bergen tour ahead?
It depends on the tour. Booking ahead is the safe choice for the Schøtstuene tour and in high season. For a Mostraumen cruise, advance booking secures your ticket, and tickets are also sold at the pier or boat when seats remain.
Does the Bergen Card cover tours?
It lowers some prices, for example the Bryggen walk costs NOK 340 with the card. It does not make every attraction free. See where to stay for what it covers.