Engen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Bryggen
Traditional wooden houses once occupied by merchants line alleyways by the waterfront, where you’ll find hand-made souvenirs, seafood restaurants and museums.
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.
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.
Mt. Floyen
Go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding in winter on this picturesque mountain within easy reach of the city center.
Activities
Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Cruise, Operated & Guided by Locals
Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat
Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise
3-Hour Private Tour Hiked through the Bergen Mountains
Bergen: Cruise to beautiful Rosendal by the Hardangerfjord
Exploring Bergen Audio Tour through the Eyes of Edvard Grieg
Our pick of the best Engen Hotel Deals
Scandic Bergen City
Property is a bit outdated, but it was the best bed I’ve had for awhile.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Barfot Apartments
Very charming apartment! Excellent communication with the owners. Very clean, comfortable, felt like home. Easy walk to city center with many shops, restaurants, etc. We loved staying here!
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Sigurds gate 8
Very nice place. Small, but that was expected. Expensive, but that's Norway. Jonas was very responsive. Loved the area. Easy walk to the cruise port.
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Rosen Apartment
Pros: -great water pressure in kitchen sink and shower -toilet paper and paper towels provided -great fridge/freezer -bath sink soap, washing up liquid -washer and dryer plus detergent pods -well supplied kitchen -ironing board Cons: -contact from an unknown email … no mention of dates, location/address ...
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Comfort Hotel Bergen
Good value and location - excellent breakfast - relaxed vibe
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Thon Hotel Orion
The location is excellent and very close to the Lakefront in Bergen and central station is 10 minutes walk as well. The breakfast was a 10/10 with lots of healthy varieties of fruits, smoothies, oat porridges and of course all other varieties typically available in a continental breakfast. Staff ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Engen
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.
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.
Sentrum
If you're spending time in Sentrum, check out sights like Grieg Hall or Bergen Kunsthall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nonneseteren Station or Bystasjonen Station.
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 Bryggen.
Sandviken
While Sandviken isn't home to many top sights, Bergenhus Fortress and Bryggen are some notable places to visit nearby.
