Norway's colourful old capital
A charming university city on a fjord — Scandinavia's grandest medieval cathedral (a pilgrimage endpoint), colourful wooden wharves along the river, a cycle-friendly vibe, and a strong food scene.




Signature local dishes worth seeking out.
Very walkable and bike-friendly (even a bike lift up a hill).
Wander Bakklandet's pastel wooden houses and try the world's only bicycle lift up the hill.
Generally safe — exercise normal travel awareness.
Solsiden riverside bars.