Museum
University Museum of Bergen
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The University Museum of Bergen is a dual-venue museum that offers a deep dive into Norway's natural and cultural heritage. Its natural history section features extensive geological and biological exhibits, including a renowned collection of minerals and fossils. The cultural history wing houses artifacts from the Viking Age, medieval church art, and ethnographic items from around the world. Distinctive for its academic setting, the museum provides a scholarly yet accessible experience. Visitors can explore interactive displays, a botanical garden, and temporary exhibitions that highlight current research.
Don't miss
- The Viking Age collection, including weapons, jewelry, and runestones.
- The mineral hall with over 2,000 specimens, including rare Norwegian crystals.
- The outdoor botanical garden, featuring native and exotic plant species.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit University Museum of Bergen
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inWalking Tour of Central Bergen4.9★ · 57 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$17 per personSee dates →
Most bookedWalking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present4.9★ · 1,901 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$37 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Airport Transfer From Bergen Airport or Hotels in Bergen4.7★ · 41 travelers~0 hoursFree cancellationFrom$125 per personSee dates →More attractions in Bergen