What to do in Northern Norway

Activities, attractions and tours

Northern Norway
Northern Norway
Northern Norway
Northern Norway
Northern Norway

Places to Visit in Northern Norway

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1. Honningsvåg Port

Honningsvåg Port is the gateway to Norway’s northernmost city and the famous North Cape. The port is just a short walk from the main street of Honningsvåg, where you will find restaurants serving seafood straight from the icy Arctic Ocean. Shop for a number of local items, including knitwear, printed textiles and handmade clothing.
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2. North Cape

Look over the immense Arctic Ocean from North Cape’s cliff plateau. Discover seabirds, including puffins and sea eagles. Spot otters, weasels and hares in the wilderness. North Cape features a tourist center that is open year-round, with exhibits examining the region’s ecology and North Cape as a traveler destination.
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3. Tromso Cathedral

Notice the exquisite stained-glass windows as you enter the beautiful Tromsø Cathedral. Admire the open wooden interior and the stunning replica painting of Christ’s resurrection by Norwegian romantic painter Adolph Tidemand. This great church is one of the largest wooden cathedrals in Norway.
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4. Bleik Beach

Bleik Beach curves gently around a picturesque bay set toward the northern tip of the island of Andoy. It is a great place for tranquil walks, photography, wildlife spotting and getting lost in your own thoughts amid the majestic beauty of Norway’s Artic Circle.
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5. Polar Museum

See exhibits about Norway’s polar seafaring tradition in the Polar Museum. Study the ships and equipment that made these dangerous expeditions possible and learn about the courageous people involved. The Polar Museum is located in the beautiful and lively city of Tromsø in northern Norway.
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Honningsvåg Port

Honningsvåg Port

Notice the colorful backdrop of brightly painted buildings as you wander down a pier of this cruise port in northern Norway.

Honningsvåg Port
North Cape

North Cape

The famous cape on the island of Magerøya is known for its tall jagged cliff with viewing areas and a range of excellent facilities for visitors.

North Cape
Norwegen Tromso Eismeerkathedrale Nordlicht

Tromso Fjords

Explore the great outdoors at Tromso Fjords and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Tromsø. Discover the cosy cafes in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Tromso Fjords
Tromso Cathedral

Tromso Cathedral

This 19th-century wooden Protestant cathedral is highly regarded for its Gothic Revival architecture, imposing bell tower and striking interior artwork.

Tromso Cathedral
University of Tromso

University of Tromso

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Tromso as part of your travels around Tromsø. Discover the northern lights views in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

University of Tromso
Ethnography. House and deer of the northern inhabitants of the Arctic

Tromso Lapland

Enjoy an outing to Tromso Lapland during your stay in Tromsø. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's northern lights views.

Tromso Lapland
Bleik Beach

Bleik Beach

Enjoy coastal walks, join a puffin-spotting cruise and see the spectacular northern lights at this beach on the island of Andøy.

Bleik Beach
Polar Museum

Polar Museum

Get insight into the history of many polar expeditions and learn about Norway’s heritage of bear trapping and arctic travelers in this intriguing museum.

Polar Museum
young man with beard stands in front of arctic cathedral in tromso, norway

Arctic Cathedral

After visiting Arctic Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tromsdalen. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's northern lights views.

Arctic Cathedral

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Vesterålen

If you're spending some time in Vesterålen, Sortland Museum is a top sight worth visiting.

Vesterålen

 

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