Sandviken
Bergen
Popular places to visit
Bryggen
Traditional wooden houses once occupied by merchants line alleyways by the waterfront, where you’ll find hand-made souvenirs, seafood restaurants and museums.
Bryggen Waterfront
Walk around this popular spot in Bergen, a beautiful neighborhood full of traditional houses, museums, restaurants and shops along an arm of the North Sea.
Fish Market
Eat local specialties such as fresh caviar, pickled herring and fish soup at this lively outdoor market that dates back to the 12th century.
Bergen Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Bergen Aquarium during your holiday to Bergen. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Floibanen Funicular
Ride the cable car from the center of Bergen to the top of Mount Fløyen for incredible views across the fjords and access to picturesque hiking trails.
Mt. Floyen
Go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding in winter on this picturesque mountain within easy reach of the city center.
Things to do
Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Cruise, Operated & Guided by Locals
Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise
Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat
Bergen: Cruise to beautiful Rosendal by the Hardangerfjord
Walk with a Witch in 16th Century Bergen: A Self-Guided Fictional Tour
Top hotels in Sandviken
Comfort Hotel Bergen
Great location, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, comfortable rooms.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Thon Hotel Orion
breakfast was good and plentiful. Great location. The option to buy a lunch to pack was great.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Scandic Torget Bergen
We confirmed a room with two twin beds but were first given a room with one double bed, and it was directly across from a noisy elevator. We went back down to reception and specifically requested a room with two twin beds, away from the elevator. We were given a room with twin beds, but made up as ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Norge by Scandic
Dirty room with dirty sofa, stains on the sofa. Amazing breakfast though
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bergen
Excellent location by the harbour, friendly staff , superb choice of breakfast.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Scandic Neptun
Ok so the place is a little run down but the room I had was large . I even had a bath tub . The bed was clean and comfy . The included breakfast was really good ( very good ) so overall it’s good value for money . In a great spot too so you can walk to most things and I walked from the train station ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandviken
Bergenhus
Travellers choose Bergenhus for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station and check out top sights like Bryggens Museum.
Bergen City Centre
Museums, seafood restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Bergen City Centre. Make a stop by Torgalmenningen Square or Fish Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station to get around town.
Engen
Engen might not have many top sights, but Hurtigruten Terminal and Torgalmenningen Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sentrum
If you're spending time in Sentrum, check out sights like Bergen Art Museum or Grieg Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nonneseteren Station or Bystasjonen Station.
Nygård
While you're in Nygård, take in top sights like Grieg Hall and jump on the metro at Nygard Station to see more of the city.
Møhlenpris
If you're spending some time in Møhlenpris, Nygard Park and Bergens Tekniske Museum are top sights worth seeing.
