Pubs & Bars in Bergen

The nightlife in Bergen is an experience of its own. Sit down at one of the bars with outdoor seating along the historical Bryggen or Fisketorget on a spring day and let the fresh sea air fill you with energy and inspiration.

Many of the buildings in this area have a lot of history from the Hanseatic times, when seafarers from all over the world left their mark on Bergen in general and especially Bryggen.

Bergen is well known as one of Norway larges student cities, and the student life has created a young, viral and compact atmosphere in Bergen city center. There is a wide range of everything from fashionable clubs, bars and pubs of all kinds.

Every August the students colour the streets of Bergen with life and laughter during “Fadderuken”, one of the big student events of the year when new and old students reunite after summer. All year around Bergen has a varied nightlife which is easy to get to know, giving you a great opportunity for an evocative and exciting night out. 

Bergen is also one of Norway’s big music cities, and you can experience a wide range of live music and performances from several bars and pubs in the city centre. Every night of the week there is a simmering buzz and positive atmosphere in the streets and plenty of locals and visitors at the bars, clubs and pubs.

Whether you are looking for a good laugh at a stand-up show, listen to your favourite music at one of the pubs or just have a chat with some friends at a quiet bar, in Bergen you have the best opportunities for an enjoyable night out – all days a week, all year around.

So where should you start a night out in Norway’s second largest city?  After a quick pub-to-pub round in the compact city centre, you will quickly find a place which suits your taste. The genuine fondness for beer and good wine in this city has created the basis for bars and pubs that make your taste buds go wild.

Altona Vinbar at Hotel Augustin in C. Sundts street is Norways biggest winebar. Here you are guided by professionals, finding pearls at any price range to enjoy by itself, or together with one of the good traditional Norwegian dishes served from the kitchen. Or perhaps you are more into whisky? Bar Amundsen has for several years received Gold rating in “Great Whisky Bars of the World”, and can offer 1050 different sorts of whisky, together with a variety of small dishes and desserts from Grand Terminus’ kitchen.

The interest for local beer brewing has exploded in Norway during the last years as many Norwegian local breweries have done well in international beer competitions and awards.

Close to Bryggen and Fisketorget, you will find Zachariasbryggen (Zachen), where you can find Bryggeriet at the third floor. Here you can choose from a large beer menu from the bar, and of course select some of the local varieties brewed with pride from the brewer.

In addition to the large variety of bars and pubs, Bergen has several high standard nightclubs. A good club is the place for everyone who wants to end the night at the dancefloor.