Tromsø

Guided Polar Bear Walk incl. Polaria & Polar Museum

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  • A group of guests looking at an exhibition in a museum
  • Guests walking outside in the street during winter
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  • A person pointing at a seal in an aquarium

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  • 994 92 823

    • Kirkegata 7

    Tromsø, Troms

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Discover the unique link between Tromsø and the mighty polar bear on this personal, fun and fascinating guided walking tour in downtown Tromsø including guided visits to Polaria and the Polar Museum.

Join OK Tromsø on a wonderful daytime introduction to Tromsø. Enjoy a captivating adventure to some of Tromsø’s iconic sites and hidden gems, each housing intriguing stories of the Polar Bear – the King of the Arctic – from our fascinating past when the Polar Bear was nearly hunted to extinction to the present day when it stands as a symbol of climate change and the urgency to act upon these changes.

Hear intriguing tales of hunters who brought back live polar bear cubs, sparking the rumour that polar bears roamed Tromsø’s streets. At Polaria, you will experience the new interactive exhibition “The Changing Arctic” and a panoramic film of polar bears and other Arctic species in their natural habitat. This is the only place in mainland Europe where you can enjoy a close-up encounter with the bearded seal, an important part of the polar bear’s diet.

Along the way, you will see Tromsø’s main landmarks, walk along the city's lively quayside and discover the traditional colourful houses in the old town. As well as getting a head start on your Tromsø experience with many useful tips and suggestions, you will gain a better understanding of the role we all play in preserving the Arctic habitat for future generations.

Please note that the tour ends at Polaria. Guests are welcome to stay on at Polaria or return to Polaria and/or the Polar Museum at no extra cost on the same day. Walking distance approx. 2.3 km (plus 0.7 km back to the starting point).

Included: Local English and Norwegian-speaking guide, admission to Polaria and the Polar Museum including repeat visits on the same day, storytelling, many photo opportunities, spikes and reflectors available (winter)

Please bring: Suitable clothing and footwear

Level of difficulty: Easy/Medium (Unfortunately, this tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility.)

Latest meeting time and place: 9:50 AM (09:50) by Tromsø Cathedral (Kirkegata 7) in the city centre

Departure time: 10:00 AM (10:00)

Total duration: 3 hours

Number of participants: Min. 2 - Max. 10

Minimum age to participate: 10 years old

Accessibility information

  • Adapted for people with disabilities

How to get there

Latest meeting time and place: 9:50 AM by Tromsø Cathedral in city centre
Departure time and place: 10:00 AM from Tromsø Cathedral in city centre
Please bring: Warm clothes and wind and waterproof jacket and spikes when icy (there will also be some available)

This tour is conducted by OK Tromsø

Contact info provider: +47 994 92 823 / [email protected]
Visit Tromsø-Region AS +47 776 10 000 / [email protected]

– 945 NOK *
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Source: Visit Tromsø-Region