Nordnes: Bergen's Hidden Gem

Discover the hidden alleys and historic charm of Bergen’s Bergen Merchant District and Nordnes on this engaging walking tour. Explore the city’s rich history, from wealthy merchant houses to preserved streets from the 17th century. Experience local life and indulge in the best cafes and restaurants in the area. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Strandgaten - We stroll down Strandgaten, the historic main street for the Norwegian merchants. But we won’t just walk down here - we’ll veer off-the-beaten path for some unique views of Bergen.
  • Nykirken - We stop outside Nykirken, the church built for the merchants in the 17th century. Edvard Grieg was baptised here. But we’ll also discuss…
What's Included
  • Certified Guide
Additional Information

Looking for a unique walking tour in Bergen that takes you away from the busy crowded areas of Bryggen and the fish market? Discover one of the best-kept secrets in the city with this walking tour of the Nordnes peninsula.
Nordnes is a 1km (0.6 mile) long peninsula that stretches into Bergen harbour. While the Hanseatic League were dominating trade on…

Location
Østre Murallmenningen 23
Østre Murallmenningen
This tour begins at Østre Murallmenningen 23, outside the Aksdal raincoat store.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Travellerb23
Oct 10, 2025
Excellent communication - Very well organised tours. Very good communication and quick response for any questions leading up to the tour. They also do not cancel a tour even if you are the only person who showed up. I got a private tour because others who booked did not come.
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Tristane838
Sep 15, 2025
personalized attention - There were just three of us in the group, and our guide Jeff made a special effort to answer our questions and adapt the tour to our interests.
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911sarahp
Sep 11, 2025
An insightful walking tour - Magda was our guide on this insightful walking tour around Bergen. We learnt a lot about the history of the area, the buildings, and the community. Magda was happy to answer any questions from the group, and we enjoyed the facts and stories she shared. Highly recommend the tour.
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Alexandra_v
Sep 8, 2025
An afternoon wander through captivating Nordnes - Very engaging small group walking tour through a picturesque part of Bergen. Our guide (a Bergen native) was very knowledgeable and engaging, offering a rich perspective on the Nordnes area and its history, as well as that of Bergen and Norway as a whole. Our group was encouraged to ask lots of questions, and we certainly did. I was very glad to have this opportunity to explore off the beaten path and discover another side of Bergen beyond the city's most famous landmarks. Nordnes is incredibly charming and well worth adding to a Bergen visit itinerary. I would certainly not have gotten the same appreciation for it just wandering the area on my own. Happy to have found this tour!
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Dsgilbert70
Aug 28, 2025
Anais was a great tour... - Anais was a great tour guide with engaging presentation. She is very knowledgeable about the area and its history.
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Legass
Aug 23, 2025
Great introduction to Bergen! - Emma is not just enthusiastic and knowledgeable about Bergen and its history, but she makes you want to immerse yourself in the community and move to Bergen in order to enjoy all that Bergen has to offer. What an ambassador for the city of Bergen! This is a can’t miss it tour!
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Toni_b
Aug 14, 2025
Excellent walking tour of Nordnes in Bergen - This tour is interesting and the guide shares much history and information about Norway, Bergen and the Nordnes area of Bergen.
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Rayww2031ww
Aug 8, 2025
Jeff’s the GOAT - Jeff was very knowledgeable and a genuinely nice person! Had such a great time learning about the city with him! I would recommend taking this tour to anyone and everyone!
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Dylan
Jul 31, 2025
Lots of info with a few laughs - I was really impressed by both the attention to safety of the group when it came to traffic, the distance covered in the tour and the knowledge and personalable approach of Jeff. He made everyone feel included in the discussion.
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Discover815893
Aug 19, 2025
Seeing a lovely part of Bergen - A very nice walk in a peaceful area of Bergen away from the bustle of Bryggen. Our guide was friendly and informative. Thank you!
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