Årstad
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.
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.
Things to do
Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein - Viewpoint Cruise
Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Cruise, Operated & Guided by Locals
Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat
Self-Guided Full Day: Bergen To Oslo with 5-h Sognefjord cruise
Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Cruise
Top hotels in Årstad
Citybox Bergen Danmarksplass
Not the best location.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Moxy Bergen
Great location, clean room, good bar
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
HI Bergen Hostel Montana
A really good hostel just outside the main city of Bergen but a short walk away to bus transport and also a small Bunnpris shop for food items, etc. Was perfect for my weekend in the area, especially with even being close to the Ulriken mountain tram/path to the summit - staff were helpful with check ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Prize by Radisson, Solheimsviken Bergen
Clean room,great staff, average breakfast paid parking
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Bjørvika Apartments, Damsgård Area, Bergen city center
Nice clean apartment and a good price. Great spot to walk where ever you may need to go plus a bus stop nearby if you need to go further.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Clarion Hotel Admiral
We had a large comfortable clean room across from Bryggen. The view was amazing and they had a small table with chairs to sit and enjoy the view with balcony doors that opened. The staff were helpful and breakfast was good with a lot of options. Would definitely stay again as it was very close to ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Årstad
Møhlenpris
If you're spending some time in Møhlenpris, Nygard Park and Bergens Tekniske Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Engen
Engen might not have many top sights, but Hurtigruten Terminal and Torgalmenningen Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Fyllingsdalen
While Fyllingsdalen isn't home to many top sights, Fantoft Stave Church and Troldhaugen are some notable places to visit nearby.
