Old Nuuk Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Paula Rizea
Photo by Paula Rizea
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Photo by Laila in the World
Photo by Laila in the World
Photo by Laila in the World

Popular places to visit

Mother of the Sea

Learn about the local history of Nuuk when you spend time at Mother of the Sea.

Mother of the Sea

Hans Egede Statue

You can learn about the history of Nuuk with a trip to Hans Egede Statue. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.

Hans Egede Statue

Vor Frelsers Kirke

You can learn about the history of Nuuk with a visit to Vor Frelsers Kirke. Wander the marina or discover the area's mountain views.

Vor Frelsers Kirke

Nuuk Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Nuuk with a trip to Nuuk Harbour. Discover the area's mountain views and churches.

Nuuk Harbour

University of Greenland

Explore the campus of University of Greenland during your trip to Nuuk. Wander the marina or discover the area's mountain views.

University of Greenland

National Greenland Museum and Archives

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Greenland Museum and Archives during your trip to Nuuk. Wander the marina or discover the area's mountain views.

National Greenland Museum and Archives

Activities

Nuuk Colonial Harbour

Nuuk Greenland Private Guided Tour by Car

NZ$699
per traveller
Nuuk Greenland Private Guided Tour by Car
The Best of Nuuk Walking Tour 1

Jewels of Nuuk – Guided Walking Tour

NZ$964
per adult
Jewels of Nuuk – Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Old Nuuk Hotel Deals

HHE Express Hotel
HHE Express Hotel
3 out of 5
Aqqusinersuaq 14B, Nuuk
The price is NZ$352 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$352
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nuuk. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Katuaq Cultural Centre and Nuuk Harbour ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (65 reviews)
"Overall good"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

HHE Express Hotel
Hotel Nordbo
Hotel Nordbo
3 out of 5
Vandsøvej 13, Nuuk
The price is NZ$385 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$385
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Nuuk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuuk Art Museum and Nuuk Stadium are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
"Nuuk is a very small town and everything is walkable from the hotel. The hotel was clean, comfortable and had all basic amenities including a small kitchen with a stove top, mini-fridge and things like dishes, pots, water kettle, utensil and kitchen towels! Staff was very friendly but the real test ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Hotel Nordbo
Hotel Hans Egede
Hotel Hans Egede
4 out of 5
Aqqusinersuaq 1-3, Nuuk
The price is NZ$540 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$540
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nuuk. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Katuaq Cultural Centre and Nuuk Art ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (93 reviews)
"Nice hotel great location. The restaurant/bar staff are fantastic the front desk staff is rude and very unfriendly."

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Hotel Hans Egede
Tuukkaq Apartments
Tuukkaq Apartments
1 out of 5
Tuukkaq, Nuuk, Sermersooq
The price is NZ$321 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$321
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Nuuk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nuuk Golf Club and Nuuk Harbour are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
"a nice quiet, safe, modern and comfy place to stay"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Tuukkaq Apartments
HOTEL SØMA Nuuk
HOTEL SØMA Nuuk
2.5 out of 5
Marinevej 3, Nuuk, Nuuk
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$420 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$420
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nuuk. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Nuuk Harbour and Nuuk Art Museum ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
"Excellent staff , helpful, room was perfect , shared bathroom and toilet were kept clean Service at the restaurant was quick and food quite good Heated to a cosy temperature I would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

HOTEL SØMA Nuuk
Hotel Nordbo City
Hotel Nordbo City
3 out of 5
Samuelkleinsmidtsvej 11, Nuuk
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Nuuk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Katuaq Cultural Centre and National Greenland ...
7.8/10 Good! (49 reviews)
Great place - initially confusing…
"Great accommodations. I didn’t receive good directions on how to get my key from the main office, which was a different location (it could be that I had no phone reception - they said they sent me a text, which I didn’t receive after I got on their WiFi). Other than that, it was great. The restaurant ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Old Nuuk

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Nuussuaq

While Nuussuaq may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nuuk Harbour and Nuuk Golf Club.

Nuussuaq

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