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Explore Bergen’s Hidden Gems: A Private 3-Hour City Sightseeing Tour - Bergen

Explore Bergen’s Hidden Gems: A Private 3-Hour City Sightseeing Tour

Bergeneasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking required, mostly vehicle-based travel.

Overview

Discover Bergen’s rich history and stunning fjord views on a private 3-hour sightseeing tour. Tailor your adventure with a professional guide to explore the city’s unique landmarks and hidden spots.

Flaktveit, Vestland

PRIVATE TOUR: Bergen city sightseeing, 3 hours

3 Hours • Great for couples and families! • Private 3-hour sightseeing tour in Bergen

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About This Adventure

Experience the beauty of Bergen on a personalized 3-hour sightseeing tour led by a professional driver-guide. Choose from captivating historical sites, stunning fjord viewpoints, or cultural museums, all while enjoying the comfort of a luxury vehicle. Tailor your adventure to your interests for a truly memorable exploration of this enchanting city.

Do you prefer nature – we will stop at viewpoints to see the fjords and the mountains, do you prefer history or culture – we will visit a museum that will be interesting for you.

Duration

3 hours

Overview

Get a taste and feel of Bergen on this 3-hour city sightseeing tour run by a professional driver-guide in a comfortable car. We will be stopping at the main sights in the centre of Bergen. We will also visit some of the sights and museums located outside city centre. There are 4 options that you can choose from. Please, see the tour details. Car on this tour is one of our Mercedes minivans. When only 3 people are going on this tour, we may use our Tesla Model X. All of our cars have Passenger Transport Licence. For a bigger bite and more taste of our beautiful town, please, check out the 4- and 5-hour tour options.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Professional local driver/guide
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour in air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local taxes

Not included: x Museum and funicular tickets not included

Departure & Return

Traveler pickup is offered We can start this tour whenever you like (as long as we are available and the attractions that you'd like to visit are open). Your private driver-guide meets you at the lobby of your hotel in Bergen centre, or at the gate of your cruise ship terminal. We pick up from ALL HOTELS in Bergen city centre area.

** Please let us know in the comment section at what time you would like to start your tour.**

Itinerary

Stop At: Bergen Your private English speaking driver-guide picks you up at your hotel in Bergen centre and your tour begins. First part of the excursion gives you an introduction to Bergen’s centre: medieval Bergenhus fortress, Bryggen embankment, the Hanseatic quarters, the Fish market, the National Theatre – are all located in the centre of Bergen and are worth stopping by and learning their history. On the second part of this tour, you have several options to choose from, depending on your interests and preferences. During a 3-hour tour we can offer following choices: Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stop At: Troldhaugen Edvard Grieg Museum

Option 1: A trip to Edvard Grieg’s museum and villa Troldhaugen, where the great composer lived and worked (entrance tickets required). Duration: 1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included Stop At: Fantoft Stavkirke On our way back to Bergen centre, we will make a short stop at Fantoft stave church – a wooden church built in a typical style on Norwegian medieval wooden architecture (entrance tickets required). Duration: 30 minutes Admission Ticket Not Included Stop At: Gamlehaugen

Option 2: A trip to Edvard Grieg’s museum and villa Troldhaugen, where the great composer lived and worked (entrance tickets required). On our way back to Bergen centre, we will make a short stop at the Royal residence in Bergen – Gamlehaugen, where the King and the Royal family stays when they are visiting Bergen (no entrance to the house). Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Not Included Stop At: Gamle Bergen Museum - Bymuseet i Bergen

Option 3: A trip to the Old Bergen museum – a town inside a town. The museum consists of over 40 wooden buildings from 18th and 19th centuries. We will visit the old bakery, drug store, old dentist's office, a sailor’s home, the party house, an old school and other quaint houses (entrance tickets required). Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Not Included Stop At: Mount Ulriken

Option 4: None of the above and something special. Your driver-guide would like to know your interests and what you would like to see and visit. Maybe finding great photo opportunities around the city, or taking the cable car to Mount Ulriken and a short hike to the top of Bergen's tallest mountain – 2109 feet ASL (643 meters ASL). We can decide on spot and make it a unique experience. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability

Not wheelchair accessible

Infant seats available

Children must be accompanied by an adult

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide: English, Norwegian, Russian

A maximum of 7 people per booking

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate

This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Operated by JANDIS AS

Adventure Tips

Dress for Rain

Bergen’s weather can be unpredictable; bring waterproof layers and sturdy shoes for comfort during outdoor stops.

Plan Your Interests

Identify key sites or neighborhoods you want to visit ahead of time to maximize your customized tour experience.

Stay Hydrated

Carry water with you during the tour, especially if you plan on exploring outdoor viewpoints like Mount Fløyen.

Charge Your Camera

Bring fully charged devices to capture the vibrant architecture and sweeping fjord panoramas.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Seabirds along the harbor
  • Red fox in nearby forests

History

Bergen was founded in 1070 and served as Norway’s capital during the 13th century, developing into a vital Hanseatic League trading center.

Conservation

Bergen promotes sustainable tourism by encouraging visitors to respect local nature and reduce waste, protecting the fragile fjord ecosystems.

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Adventure Hotspots in Bergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Waterproof jacket

Essential

spring specific

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

summer specific

Camera or smartphone

Essential

Light backpack

Convenient for carrying personal items and extra layers

fall specific