Kode - Stenersen building — Attraction in Bergen

Our visit started off on the wrong foot when I was spoken to for simply pointing in the direction of a painting — no touching, no crowding, just a gesture. After that, we felt noticeably watched throughout the museum, which unfortunately made it hard to enjoy the experience.

We absolutely respect the importance of preserving artwork, but the level of supervision felt excessive for a quiet and respectful visit. It might be worth exploring ways to balance security with visitor comfort — such as more space around exhibits or protective barriers. Sadly, we left feeling uneasy rather...

There wasn't much here when I went. The structure itself is quite beautiful and spacious, but too many of the exhibits were rather silly and self impressed in the same way that a lot of contemporary, post WWII art is. I was told be a guidebook that there was a lavish architectural bookstore here, but there isn't. There is, however, a cafe that charges 200 kroner ($20 usd) for a peanut butter and...

Rotating exhibitions of contemporary craft and art. When we visited, there was one installation of a concept for communal, shared living spaces that--forgive me--seemed like an IKEA idea space... The other exhibition was ceramics with a strong focus on glazes. Excellent location and the views across the Lille Lungegårdsvannet...