Ytrebygda Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ytrebygda
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Bergen to Flam "The King of Fjords" One-Way or Round-Trip Cruise Ticket
Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise
3-Hour Private Tour Hiked through the Bergen Mountains
Bergen: Magic Ice Bar Entry Ticket with Welcome Drink
Our pick of the best Ytrebygda Hotel Deals
Comfort Hotel Bergen Airport Terminal
"Clean room, very early breakfast available"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Quality Hotel Edvard Grieg
"Rooms were tiny for how expensive it was and very very hot in the rooms"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Clarion Hotel Bergen Airport Terminal
"Great breakfast, nice hotel. Recommend."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Thon Hotel Bergen Airport
"The breakfast was outstanding. The room was dated but clean. Was looking forward to sauna but was told they were not working. Gym was adequate. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Scandic Flesland Airport
"Intense construction happening outside the hotel. Was woken at 6a by extreme construction noise. Staff were rude and unaccomodating. Was put in the wrong room type and not refunded or moved. Wildly overpriced for the experience."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Scandic Kokstad
"Beautiful hotel with amazing staff. They were kind and helpful, especially with needing a larger taxi for our family of 5 and many luggage. Highly Recommend!"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Ytrebygda
Bergen City Centre
Museums, seafood restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Bergen City Centre. Make a stop by Torgalmenningen Square or Galleriet Shopping Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station to get around town.
Sentrum
If you're spending time in Sentrum, check out sights like Grieg Hall or Festplassen 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.
Årstad
The mountain views and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Årstad. Brann Stadium and City Sauna Bergen are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Wergeland Station or Brann Stadium Station to get around the larger area.
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.
