Bergen City Walking Tour: Explore 950 Years of History on Foot

Embark on a captivating walking tour of Bergen, Norway, and uncover 950 years of history. Explore the city’s rich past and discover the significance of Bryggen and the German Hanseatic League.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Bergen - Part 1 - A walk through the city
    In the first part of the tour, we go for a walk through the lively centre of Bergen. On our way past the fish market, the theatre and the old fire station, we encounter personalities such as Edvard Grieg and Henrik Ibsen. On our tour, however, I don’t only want to bring you closer to the historical sides of the city, but also to the people of Bergen and their life in the here and now.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
Additional Information

Bergen’s rich history, spanning nearly a millennium, has significantly influenced its character, architecture, and culture. From its origins as a vital trading port to its prominence as a thriving Hanseatic center, Bergen’s history is brimming with intriguing tales waiting to be discovered.
This tour will guide participants through the city’s most iconic…

Location
Strandkaien 3
Strandkaien
We will meet at the staircase leading up to the Bergen Tourist Information Center at Strandkaien 3, 5013 Bergen, Norway. The building is marked "Mathallen". Across from the meeting point is Hotel "Scandic Torget Bergen". Look for me holding a "City Walking Tour - Bergen On Foot" sign.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Lisa
Mar 14, 2026
Excellent introduction to Bergen’s history - Martin was an excellent guide. Easy to understand, organized and presented information well. Definitely worthwhile. Recommend as a first activity after arriving in Bergen.
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Aahalloran
Mar 2, 2026
Bergen Norway Walking Tour - Absolutely, hands down, the best walking tour I have ever experienced. Martin is extremely knowledgeable, interesting, and fun! We loved this tour and our time with Martin!
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Uwerq626az
Feb 26, 2026
Definitely 👍 - Great leadership. Knowledgeable and entertaining. Very good price
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Inspire19330730044
Feb 24, 2026
Top! - Very pleasant and interesting tour! Well organized and relaxed atmosphere:) Definitely recommended!
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S1421flthomase
Jan 24, 2026
Great, we can highly recommend - Martin knows everything about the city and the history of Norway and he tells stories in an informative and entertaining way.
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687kits
Nov 19, 2025
Immerse yourself in the historical culture of Bergen - A walking tour with Martin is a great way to learn about the history of Bergen as well as tips for local sites and places to dine during your visit.
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Heike_b
Oct 23, 2025
It was two entertaining... - It was 2 entertaining ,informative hours with Martin....learn a lot about Bergen....pleasant ,friendly and with small anecdotes .....emphatic!!!
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Judy_s
Oct 9, 2025
Bring your raincoat - Don’t depend on Google maps to get you to the meeting place! We were probably 10 minutes late, but Martin communicated by email and very kindly waited for us. Lots of interesting information about the history and customs and every day life in Bergen.
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Italpphile
Oct 5, 2025
Interesting and Humorous Tour of Bergen - Despite Storm Ammy and horizontal rain Martin held our attention and kept our spirits up on this tour of Bergen. Mix of facts and jokes presented with a smile. Good start to our holiday.
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P4307mjandrek
Oct 1, 2025
A wealth of knowledge - Our amazingly knowledgeable tour guide gave us a fantastic tour of Bergen. We're long-time fans of the city and wanted to gain more insight. Thanks to Martin, we now know a lot, and got even curious for more.
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From $31
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).