Bergen Aquarium, Bergen

Bergen Aquarium, Bergen

The Bergen Aquarium is a large public aquarium located in Nordnes Park. It was opened in 1960 and features large tanks with fish and marine inhabitants, as well as outdoor reservoirs with penguins and seals. The aquarium also houses some tropical animals.

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Sight Name: Bergen Aquarium
Sight Location: Bergen, Norway (See walking tours in Bergen)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

Walking Tours in Bergen, Norway

Create Your Own Walk in Bergen

Create Your Own Walk in Bergen

Creating your own self-guided walk in Bergen is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Bergen's Architectural Jewels

Bergen's Architectural Jewels

Surprising as it may appear, but the seemingly small city of Bergen for centuries had been the largest in all of the Nordic countries. It also remained so for Norway until the 1830s. Apart from being the country's former capital (back in the 13th century), Bergen is well-known primarily for its astoundingly beautiful cityscape, formed by the backdrop of mountains and serene waterfront, much...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Bergen Shopping Tour

Bergen Shopping Tour

For centuries, since its establishment in the 1020s, Bergen has been an important commercial hub. As such, it is probably one of the oldest shopping destinations in Northern Europe. Today, Bergen features a variety of shops and markets scattered throughout the city.

One such notable location is Kjottbasaren, a historic market located near the city center. Here, visitors can explore a variety...  view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
Bergen Introduction Walking Tour

Bergen Introduction Walking Tour

It is a wonder Bergen has had so many fires in its history, considering it has averaged 200 days a year of rain. So, why the fires?

Flames leapt across the narrow streets. The compact wooden buildings were easy prey. In 1702 90% of the city was destroyed. Disasters continued through the years. Finally, in 1916, a new idea in prevention emerged. The way to stop a fire was to starve it.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles