NORWAY FISHERIES MUSEUM

The Norway Fisheries Museum is the go to place for those who want to know more about the seaside and life under water. This was since a warehouse located alongside the coastline which was later converted into a museum.

The warehouse is actually a cultural memorial when Bergen was the go to place for stockfish trading. In fact, this place was also the go to place for stockfish trading from across the world. This is also a spot where you can spot a lot of traditional boats.

The museum is also a repository of information about coastal culture along with other museums like the Hanseatic Museum and Kystmuseet in Oygarden. A small yet prominent attraction in the city of Bergen, this is an attraction that you should not miss out on. The museum has a history dating back to 1880 and comes with not only exhibits, but also experiences worth trying out.

Highlights

• Attend any temporary exhibition to know more about the history of fisheries and the maritime origins in Bergen. 
• Explore the museum by checking out the different types of permanent exhibits that talk about a history dating back to centuries about fisheries.
• Relish the delicious food in the cafe close to the Norway Fisheries Museum and try out the local cuisine. 
• Go to the docks close to the Norway Fisheries Museum to have a look at the traditional boats used in fishing. 
• Participate in Meet the Salmon experience by understanding how Salmon is bred and traded internally in Norway. 

How To Reach

• By Car: The attraction is 3 km from the city centre of Reykjavik, it will take 9 minutes via the Fv577 route.
• By Bus: The nearest bus stop is Sandvikstorget bus station. From this place, you will have to walk around a minute to reach the Norway Fisheries Museum. 

Best Time To Visit

The Norway Fisheries Museum is open throughout the year, so you can plan your visit to this place at any time of the year. 

• The best day in the week will be the weekdays due to less crowds regardless of any time of the year. 
• The best time of the day to visit the Norway Fisheries Museum will be in the morning due to less crowds and a favourable temperature.

Other Essential Information

Visitor Tips:

• If you are planning to visit the temporary exhibitions, make sure you plan it well in advance by checking out the schedule. 
• The Norway Fisheries Museum requires a ticket, so book it well in advance to avoid any last minute hassles. 
• Visitors aged 18 years and below enter the museum free of cost, so plan your visit to the Norway Fisheries Museum accordingly. 
• The museum is open from 10 AM to 5 PM everyday, giving you enough time to explore and learn about the exhibits. 
• Go to the nearby harbour to have a look at the traditional boats that were used in fishing for quite a long time.