Bergen Aquarium (Akvariet)
Akvariet i Bergen
An aquarium at the tip of the Nordnes peninsula, with penguins, seals, sea lions and North Atlantic marine life, plus scheduled feeding shows.
Bergen Aquarium is located at the westernmost tip of the Nordnes peninsula and is one of Norway’s most popular aquariums. Its outdoor pools hold penguins, seals and sea lions, with several feeding talks each day. Indoors, the exhibits cover Norwegian coastal fish, a tropical rainforest area and crocodiles, making it well suited to children. Check the official website for tickets and feeding times. It is about a 20-minute walk from the fish market. In summer a small harbour ferry is available, and the nearby Nordnes Park is pleasant for a stroll with sea views.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–18:00, shorter in winter (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Bergenhus Fortress & Haakon's Hall
- Bryggens Museum
- St. John's Church (Johanneskirken)
- Old Bergen Museum
- Bryggen
- St Mary's Church (Mariakirken)
- Bergen Fish Market
- Hanseatic Museum & Schøtstuene