NORTHERN NORWAY

Travel ideas

Welcome to the bright midnight sun and incredible northern lights, Sami culture, rich wildlife, and wild Arctic nature!

Northern Norway is a truly unique destination, year-round.
Explore the best summer and winter activities and plan your trip.

Scroll below for hidden gems and top tips from locals!

Summer in the North

Experience white beaches, staggering peaks, cosy fishing villages, and some of the world's most scenic roads.

Northern Norway

The midnight sun

You need to see it to believe it!

Explore northern destinations

Northern Norway is a big part of the country that's home to plenty of beautiful places.

Find hidden gems

Top locals tips and recommended roundtrips.

Winter in the North

Northern lights, skiing, dog sledding, and wildlife safaris are just some of what winter in Northern Norway offers!

14 reasons to visit

Northern lights

The magical Aurora Borealis frequently paint the sky in beautiful colours from late September to April.

Cool winter experiences

Try being a dog musher, catch skrei, go skiing, and end your day by sleeping in an ice hotel!

Practical tips for winter
in Northern Norway

Everything you need to know before you go.

Art and culture

Learn about the cultural history of northern cities and experience the culture of the Sami – the indigenous people of the North.

Wildlife safaris

Ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience? Join a wildlife safari and see some of the most majestic creatures in the world up close!

See wild animals

Go on a safari

On a wildlife safari in Northern Norway, you may see moose, birds like puffins and eagles, as well as whales and other majestic ocean dwellers!

World class seafood

And more! Sample Arctic cuisine like reindeer meat, skrei, stockfish, and king crab.

Plan your trip to Northern Norway

Find the perfect accommodation, restaurants, and cool things to do!

Plan your trip

See it yourself

Can't get enough of Northern Norway? Here are some inspirational videos for you!

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