KODE, West Norway Museum of Decorative Art — Attraction in Bergen

I had a wonderful experience visiting KODE – West Norway Museum of Decorative Art in Bergen. The collection is beautifully curated, offering a fascinating journey through decorative art, design, and contemporary exhibitions. The museum’s atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between classic elegance and modern presentation, making it engaging for both art enthusiasts and casual visitors.

I particularly appreciated how the exhibits were thoughtfully arranged, with clear information provided in both Norwegian and English. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall experience. Whether you’re interested in historical craftsmanship, Scandinavian design, or contemporary art, KODE is a must-visit cultural...

We were really looking forward to our visit, but unfortunately the experience was overshadowed early on. In the first room, I was politely gesturing towards a painting — not touching or getting too close — and was immediately cautioned by staff. From that point on, we felt closely monitored throughout, which made it difficult to relax or fully engage with the artwork.

We completely understand the need to protect valuable pieces, but perhaps adding more space around exhibits or protective glass could allow visitors to enjoy the collection without so much tension. Sadly, the atmosphere left us feeling more scrutinised than welcome, and it affected our...

Excellent exhibition (until August 2025) of the paintings of Harriet Backer. I might well have given 5* but for the attitide of the member of staff.

She sure needs the charm school. No welcome just "you have put your backpack downstairs". The museum is supposedly open until 1800, at 1750 she had deserted the shop, re-appearing at 1755 at which point my browsing was greeted with a very ubrupt "we are closed".

Such a contrast to Grieg's home at Troldhaugen yesterday where the member of staff could not have been more welcoming and was...