
Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen worth booking?
Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen is a 2-hour experience in Bergen, Norway, from $9 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (3)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $9 per person
A cannonball from 1665 is still embedded in Bergen Cathedral's wall, a souvenir from a failed English raid on Dutch treasure ships. This self-guided audio tour walks you through centuries of stories, from the Viking king
What you get
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Audio and written guide included
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
About this experience
A cannonball from 1665 is still embedded in Bergen Cathedral's wall, a souvenir from a failed English raid on Dutch treasure ships. This self-guided audio tour walks you through centuries of stories, from the Viking king who founded the city to the resistance cell that hid a radio room in the old German quarter and nearly blew up Bryggen. You'll follow the harbour from Torgallmenningen to Bergenhus Fortress, learning how German merchants trapped fishermen in debt, why a composer with Scottish roots became Norway's most beloved musician, and how a doctor's illegal experiment changed medical ethics. Start whenever you like, pause for coffee or rain, and pick up where you left off. Everything works offline, so no hunting for Wi-Fi. Over 20,000 travelers have used our tours, and every booking comes with a full refund guarantee. If you want a Bergen walking tour that goes deeper than the usual highlights, this one was built for you.
What's included
Included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Audio and written guide included
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
Not included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
What you'll see and do
Stand on the boulevard that exists only because this city burned down fourteen times.
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Search for the farmer's face hiding among twelve bronze seafarers.
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Pause at the grey rock locals argued about for years, until one day changed its meaning forever.
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Meet the violinist who bought eleven thousand acres in Pennsylvania to build a utopia, then lost it all within a year.
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Byparken
Trace how a Scottish exile after a brutal battlefield led, generations later, to Norway's greatest composer.
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Veum Kyrkje
Find the bronze detective whose fictional office sits in the building right behind him.
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Walk where fishermen rowed thousands of kilometres in open boats just to sell their catch.
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Step into the street where Norwegian shoemakers were forbidden from learning their own trade.
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Hear how a breakthrough discovery and a doctor's unforgivable experiment happened under the same roof.
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Domkirken (Bergen Cathedral)
Look for the cannonball still lodged in the wall from a secret deal that arrived six days too late.
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Piece together the credit trap that kept generations of fishermen in debt to foreign merchants.
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Read the medieval love notes and crude jokes scratched into wood beneath a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Bryggens Museum - Bymuseet i Bergen
Consider how the buildings locals wanted demolished became the city's proudest heritage site.
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Enter the Norwegian church that held German-only services for over three hundred and fifty years.
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The Rosenkrantz Tower - Bymuseet I Bergen
Peer into the cell where five prisoners shared a space barely wider than a coffin for thirteen months.
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Picture a king crowned in a boathouse because his city had no building grand enough for the ceremony.
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Bergenhus Fortress
Stand where sacred shrines, royal tombs, and a relic from France were all scraped away to make room for cannons.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bergen
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Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, en, it, pl, fr, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourific
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 14+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Tourific, who run 78 experiences we rank across 70 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.1.
See everything Tourific runsWhy this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bergen.
How much does Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen cost?
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Prices start at $9 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bergen usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bergen is not rushed.
Is Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bergen, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 14. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bergen can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bergen and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bergen within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bergen?
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On Outty we rank every Bergen experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present, Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm & Stegastein - incl. 2h cruise, Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bergen?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bergen?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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