1.3–1.5 hours
2 languages
Instant confirmation
Private tour

Highlights

Experience Bergen at your own pace with a local Bergen enthusiast. On this self-guided tour, go "off the beaten track" and discover "Old Sandviken", where the world's smallest house with a mansard roof and Madam Felle's former pub, linked to Bergen's famous drinking song, can be found. Immerse yourself in Bergen's Sandviken, appreciating its charm with a local guide. Uncover intriguing tales, including Bergen's unique fire station history, statues of boys in uniform, a wartime boat anchor on Sandviksfjellet Mountain, and a repurposed telephone booth for free books. Allow just over an hour for this captivating itinerary, and don't forget your rain jacket. Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too. Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.

Inclusions

What's included

VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Lifetime access to this tour

What's not

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink

Itinerary

Start your journey at Saint Mary’s Church, the oldest preserved stone building in Bergen, where you'll delve into the city's rich history and architectural heritage.
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Discover the Dr. Wiesener Public Bath, an intriguing site where stories of leisure, health, and community come to life, adding a unique dimension to your exploration.
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As you meander through Sverresborg Park and Castle, immerse yourself in the scenic beauty and historical significance of this picturesque location, offering a peaceful retreat from the bustling city.
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Passing by Rothaugen School, you'll learn about the educational history of Bergen, adding a touch of local culture to your off-the-beaten-track adventure.
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Explore Sandviken Church, a place of worship nestled within the charming wooden houses, and unravel the spiritual and architectural tales embedded in its walls
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Discover the Sandviksgutten statue and unravel the story behind the boys in uniform, adding a touch of local artistry and symbolism to your stroll.
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Discover the Sandvikens Bataljon house, a unique architectural gem, and uncover the stories that echo through its walls, revealing a glimpse into Bergen's past.
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Explore Sandvikstorget, a vibrant square with its own tales to tell, offering a snapshot of local life and culture in Bergen.
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Pause at the Madame Felle statue, an artistic expression that adds character to your journey, and uncover the intriguing stories associated with this enigmatic figure.
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Marvel at the world's smallest house with a mansard roof, a charming and unique architectural marvel that stands as a testament to Bergen's creativity and ingenuity.
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Pass by Bergen’s School of Architecture, where modern creativity meets historical landscapes, offering insights into the city's evolving architectural scene.
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Discover Bod24, a place with a history waiting to be unveiled, as you explore the nooks and crannies of this unique spot on your off-the-beaten-path adventure.
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Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

4.8

Ratings come from 4 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Know before you go

Meeting point: The tour starts at Saint Mary's Church, just behind the famous Bryggen wooden houses, close to the Radisson Blu Hotel and Schøtstuene (Hanseatic Museum). It is a short walk from Skolten or Bontelabo cruise piers or the city center. If you arrive by bus, you have to get off at Bryggen or Torget.
Pickup: Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Bergen

Its from-price is 97% below the median of the 39 city tours we list in Bergen.
It is shorter than most of them.
By number of reviews it ranks 15 of 39.

About Bergen

Bergen is Norway's rainy fjord capital, a harbour city of colourful wooden wharf houses, mountain funiculars, a fish market and the gateway to the fjords.

Bergen sits between seven hills and the sea on Norway's west coast, with the wooden buildings of Bryggen, once the Hanseatic League's trading wharf and now a World Heritage site, lined along the harbour. The steep gabled houses stand in rows with narrow passages between them. Bergenhus Fortress, with the medieval Haakon's Hall, guards the harbour mouth, and Bergen was a capital of Norway in the 13th century.

Top-ranked sights in Bergen: Mt. Floyen (Floyfjellet), Hardangerfjord, Fantoft Stave Church.

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