BergenvsEdinburgh
Can't decide between Bergen and Edinburgh? Compare these two amazing destinations to find your perfect match.
Bergen
Bergen is Norway's gateway to the fjords, a colorful harbor city surrounded by seven mountains. The UNESCO-listed Bryggen wharf, with its iconic wooden houses, offers a window into Hanseatic trading history, while nearby fjords provide Norway's most spectacular scenery.
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Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a dramatic city of medieval spires, volcanic crags, and literary legend. Scotland's capital enchants with its castle-topped skyline, cobblestone Royal Mile, world-famous festivals, and whisky heritage.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
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Culture & History
Bergen offers Bryggen Wharf, Mount Fløyen Funicular, Fish Market
Edinburgh offers Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, Arthur's Seat
Food & Dining
Bergen is famous for its local dining scene
Edinburgh is famous for its local dining scene
Nightlife
Bergen offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Edinburgh offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Best Time to Visit
May to September
May to September, August (Festival)
Weather
Summer: 17°C, Winter: 3°C
Summer: 19°C, Winter: 5°C
Top Attractions in Bergen
- 1Bryggen Wharf
- 2Mount Fløyen Funicular
- 3Fish Market
- 4Fjord Cruises
- 5Bergen Aquarium
- 6Hanseatic Museum
Top Attractions in Edinburgh
- 1Edinburgh Castle
- 2Royal Mile
- 3Arthur's Seat
- 4Holyrood Palace
- 5Scottish National Museum
- 6Calton Hill
Bergen is Popular With
Edinburgh is Popular With
Hidden Gems
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Hidden Gems in Bergen
- 1
Alvøen Manor House
A beautiful 18th-century manor house and former paper mill estate located on a peninsula southwest of the city center.
- 2
Kalfaret Residential Area
An affluent, historic neighborhood with stunning examples of traditional and grand wooden 'Bergenhus' architecture.
Hidden Gems in Edinburgh
- 1
The Vennel Steps & Viewpoint
A steep staircase off the Grassmarket leading up to Heriot Place, offering one of the most photographed (and free) framed views of Edinburgh Castle.
- 2
Dr. Neil's Garden
A secret, tranquil garden created by two doctors on the shores of Duddingston Loch, next to the historic Duddingston Kirk.
Neighborhoods to Explore
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Top Areas in Bergen
Bryggen & Vågen
The historic heart and postcard image of Bergen.
Nordnes
A picturesque, quiet peninsula jutting into the harbor.
Top Areas in Edinburgh
Old Town
The historic heart of Edinburgh, defined by the spine of the Royal Mile running from the Castle to Holyrood.
New Town
A masterpiece of Georgian town planning, offering a stark contrast to the Old Town with its elegant, symmetrical streets, grand squares, and neoclassical facades.
Budget Comparison
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Budget in Bergen
Budget in Edinburgh
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Getting There
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Our Verdict
Both Bergen and Edinburgh are incredible destinations. Bergen excels in Bryggen wharf and fjords, while Edinburgh stands out for castle and whisky.
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