Once the capital city of Norway (before Oslo), Bergen (map) is still the tourism capital of the country.

With its picturesque harbor and fish market, faithfully-restored Bryggen historic neighborhood, the medieval Haakon's Hall and neighboring castle-like Rosenkrantz Tower, Bergen has everything it needs to attract a world of visitors.

Then there are the fjords. Bergen is the gateway to fjord country, a must-see stop on your explorations of Norway's natural wonders.

Bergen is even more of a tourist destination than Oslo, so it has lots of good hotels:

 

If you don't want to spend a fortune to stay in Bergen, find Bergen's best budget pensions and hostels with Hostelbookers.