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Scandic Hotels – in all major cities from north to south
Nordic Choice Hotels – a different hotel company
Thon Hotels – with fantastic breakfast
Hostelling International – the door to Norway
Radisson Blu Hotels – discover your favourite destinations
Widerøe – the largest regional airline in Scandinavia
AutoEurope – always a smooth car rental experience
Vy express – travel with bus throughout Norway
DFDS – Europe’s leading ferry operator 2012-2020
Rent-A-Wreck – the smart car rental alternative
Arctic Campers – Norway’s camper van rental
NOR-WAY Bussekspress – travel green with express busses
Vy – it should be easy to travel green
Hurtigruten – "The World’s Most Beautiful Sea Voyage"
Authentic Scandinavia – exciting Norway tours
Up Norway – tailored journeys
Norrøna Hvitserk – expeditions and adventure holidays
Fjord Tours – experience Norway in a nutshell® with one ticket
50 Degrees North – unforgettable tailor-made and small group tours to Norway
Discover Norway – skiing, biking and hiking tours in Norway
Norwegian Holidays – low-price package holidays with Norwegian. Flight, hotel and rental car
DanCenter – your specialist in holiday homes in Norway
Norgesbooking – book your perfect cabin stay in Norway
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Tromsø is ideal if you want to see the northern lights, and offers a lovely mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, and restaurants that serve Arctic delicacies.
The Arctic capital Tromsø is located 350 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle and is the largest city in Northern Norway. From September to March, many people come here to see the northern lights. From the end of May till the end of July, the midnight sun makes it possible to participate in various activities around the clock.
Tromsø offers superb opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, kayaking, and whale safaris. Popular attractions include the Arctic Cathedral, the Polaria experience centre, and the Polar Museum.
The annual festivals Tromsø International Film Festival and the Northern Light Festival both attract visitors from all over the world.
Moreover, Tromsø is known for a lively night scene and a range of restaurants that specialise in the fresh ingredients of the Arctic. The city is a certified Sustainable Destination, a seal of approval given to destinations that work systematically to reduce the negative impact of tourism.
Get in-depth travel information on Tromsø’s official website.
10 reasons to visit Tromsø in winter.
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Historical sites and cultural gems – explore some of the highlights.
Modern church architecture. The Arctic Cathedral is a daring piece of architecture built in 1965, inspired by…
Go to: The Arctic CathedralModern church architecture. The Arctic Cathedral is a daring piece of architecture built in 1965, inspired by…
Discover exiting stories of risky Arctic trapping and sea mammal hunting as well as courageous Polar…
Go to: The Polar MuseumDiscover exiting stories of risky Arctic trapping and sea mammal hunting as well as courageous Polar…
In a distinctive building depicting ice blocks pushed on land by the rugged ocean in the Arctic, you find…
Go to: Polaria – meet the ArcticIn a distinctive building depicting ice blocks pushed on land by the rugged ocean in the Arctic, you find…
Discover the Sami culture past and present through comprehensive exhibitions.
Go to: Tromsø University MuseumDiscover the Sami culture past and present through comprehensive exhibitions.
Ølhallen with its long and colorful history is one of the most iconic places in Tromsø.
Go to: Ølhallen BrewpubØlhallen with its long and colorful history is one of the most iconic places in Tromsø.
This tour is conducted by Brim Explorer. Get a unique perspective on the magnificent Humpback Whales and Orcas…
Go to: " 1 Silent Whale Watching "This tour is conducted by Brim Explorer. Get a unique perspective on the magnificent Humpback Whales and Orcas…
This tour is conducted by Sørøya Havfiskecruise. Sørøya Havfiskecruise has been operating since 2006, and we…
Go to: Northern Light Dinner CruiseThis tour is conducted by Sørøya Havfiskecruise. Sørøya Havfiskecruise has been operating since 2006, and we…
This tour is conducted by Greenlander. Our 4WD Mercedes Benz Vito or 4WD Land Rover Defender is perfect to…
Go to: ""1# in TripAdvisor, Northern Lights Expedition with Arctic 4WD vehicle ""This tour is conducted by Greenlander. Our 4WD Mercedes Benz Vito or 4WD Land Rover Defender is perfect to…
This tour is conducted by Tromsø Arctic Reindeer Experience. Join Sami guides for a reindeer experience.
Go to: Reindeer Feeding, Sami Culture and Short Reindeer SleddingThis tour is conducted by Tromsø Arctic Reindeer Experience. Join Sami guides for a reindeer experience.
Learn to drive your own team of huskies across the Arctic wilderness! Come and join us and our 140 Alaskan…
Go to: Husky Dog Sledding daytimeLearn to drive your own team of huskies across the Arctic wilderness! Come and join us and our 140 Alaskan…
This tour is conducted by Northern Adventure Troms. We start the trip by car from Tromsø and drive along…
Go to: Arctic wildlife safari by car and boat to SommarøyThis tour is conducted by Northern Adventure Troms. We start the trip by car from Tromsø and drive along…
From comfy hotels to cosy cabins. Find your home away from home in Tromsø.
Yggdrasiltunet - Is a privately owned farm hotel which is idyllically situated on the island of Kvaløya, 45…
Go to: Yggdrasiltunet farmhotelYggdrasiltunet - Is a privately owned farm hotel which is idyllically situated on the island of Kvaløya, 45…
This tour is conducted by North Tour. We would like to invite you to experience something unique in Tromsø.…
Go to: Spend a night under the Arctic LightThis tour is conducted by North Tour. We would like to invite you to experience something unique in Tromsø.…
This tour is conducted by Green Gold of Norway. From Dec 16th to Apr 10th we combine some action and some…
Go to: Crystal lavvo, snowmobile & AuroraThis tour is conducted by Green Gold of Norway. From Dec 16th to Apr 10th we combine some action and some…
Hamn in Senja - a fjord idyll along the National Scenic Route on the Senja island
Go to: Hamn i SenjaHamn in Senja - a fjord idyll along the National Scenic Route on the Senja island
The hotel itself comprises a variety of accommodation options. There are the standard hotel rooms, of course,…
Go to: Sommarøy Arctic HotelThe hotel itself comprises a variety of accommodation options. There are the standard hotel rooms, of course,…
Malangen boast beautiful and distinctive nature offering a taste of both fjord and mountains.
Go to: Malangen ResortMalangen boast beautiful and distinctive nature offering a taste of both fjord and mountains.
Radisson Blu Hotel Tromsø is located in the heart of Tromsø city centre and is only 4 km from the Langnes…
Go to: Radisson Blu Hotel TromsøRadisson Blu Hotel Tromsø is located in the heart of Tromsø city centre and is only 4 km from the Langnes…
Enter St. Elisabeth Hotel is situated in quiet and tranquil surroundings – still only 10 minutes walk…
Go to: Enter St. Elisabeth HotelEnter St. Elisabeth Hotel is situated in quiet and tranquil surroundings – still only 10 minutes walk…
Get the best offers from our partners Radisson Blu Hotels, Scandic Hotels, Nordic Choice Hotels, and Thon Hotels.
Get the best offers from our partners Radisson Blu Hotels, Scandic Hotels, Nordic Choice Hotels, and Thon Hotels.
Restaurant with table service. Located in an old store house on the quayside in central Tromsø
Go to: Arctandria, Seafood RestaurantRestaurant with table service. Located in an old store house on the quayside in central Tromsø
Mathallen Tromsø is a temple for Arctic, North Norwegian ingredients with a deli shop and a first-class…
Go to: Mathallen Tromsø ASMathallen Tromsø is a temple for Arctic, North Norwegian ingredients with a deli shop and a first-class…
Home of Tromsø’s famous Arctic Seaweed cocktail and traditional Northern traveler’s plate. Bardus Bar is at…
Go to: Bardus BarHome of Tromsø’s famous Arctic Seaweed cocktail and traditional Northern traveler’s plate. Bardus Bar is at…
Local Craft beer brewery which has been brewing since 2014. The brewery is owned and driven by two local guys…
Go to: Tromsø MikrobryggeriLocal Craft beer brewery which has been brewing since 2014. The brewery is owned and driven by two local guys…
Get in-depth travel information on Tromsø’s official website.
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There is no train service to Tromsø. You can take the train from Oslo, Bergen, or Trondheim to Fauske, where you must transfer to a long-distance bus to Tromsø via Narvik.
Long-distance buses connect Tromsø with Alta, Narvik, Bodø, and Fauske all year around. If you’re going to the Lofoten Islands, transfer in Narvik.
A 1600-kilometre long highway, which remains open all year, connects Tromsø with Oslo. Driving time is approximately 30 hours.
Read more about road conditions.
Express boats connect Tromsø with the rest of the county.
The Norwegian coastal express Hurtigruten calls at Tromsø twice a day on its way between Bergen and Kirkenes.
There are many daily domestic flights to Tromsø Airport.
Most international flights to Tromsø require changing planes at Oslo Airport.
Tromsø Airport lies only 5 kilometres from the city centre, and the airport express coach stops at several hotels in central Tromsø.
Tromsø has an extensive local bus and ferry network.
The certification Sustainable Destination is a seal of approval given to destinations that work systematically to reduce the negative impact of tourism. In addition to providing visitors with enjoyable experiences, the destination must preserve the local nature, culture and environment, strengthen social values, and be economically viable. The municipality and the travel industry must cooperate closely to assure that the destination is a great place both to live in and to visit.
Known as the Arctic City, Tromsø is a student metropole with a vibe of its own. Discover the best nightlife north of the Arctic Circle – whether you want to stay indoors in bars and restaurants, or venture outside to see the northern lights and midnight sun.
Check out Norway’s new, super cool saunas. Try floating saunas or rustic saunas in the mountains or by the fjord. Heat up before you go bathing!
Skrei is Norwegian cod at its best, and still the livelihood of many fishermen in Northern Norway. Fresh and dried skrei is one of Norway's most important export products.
In Norwegian libraries, you can borrow anything from electric bikes to guitars and hammocks. And did you know that our libraries are considered some of the most beautiful in the world? Check out the brand-new Deichman Bjørvika in Oslo and five other stunning libraries.
Check out some of Norway’s most spectacular hiking steps! Man-made mountain stairways make it both easier and safer to reach the top – although many are demanding and will give you a good workout.
Imagine running past polar bears and glaciers, in the midnight sun, or along the fjords. Or to participate in the world’s only subsea run! Jimmy “The Runner” Vika shares his six favourite Norwegian marathons and other runs that you can brag about when you come home.
Where on earth are the top places to see the northern lights? The locals who grew up with the magic, reveal their secret spots and viewpoints.
In between Tromsø’s numerous activity offers, local Arctic food gives new strength through fresh meals prepared by skilled chefs like Espen Ramnestedt.
Norway’s biggest cities gives you the best of two worlds – urban life and unspoilt nature. Take your holiday to the next level with these scenic hikes.
The last few years, Oslo’s Grünerløkka area may have stolen the headlines when it comes to hip districts. But all the major cities in Norway have cool neighbourhoods where locals go to hang out, eat great food and have a good time.
There are not many places in the world where you can experience both city life and fantastic ski conditions on the same day, but Norway is one of them. Here are tips for ski trips near the big cities.
From legendary hot dog stands to royal watering holes and restaurants – these urban institutions are attractions in themselves.
There is no need to wait until you’re here to find out what you’d like to do. Filter your search and check out the offers below!
Want to see Scream with a view? The iconic new Munch Museum will soon open in Oslo. But that is only one of many new attractions opening in the next couple of years. From a stunning whale museum to self-driving ferries – here are some of the highlights!
The story about the Aurora Borealis involves both the science and the myths behind what causes this extraordinary natural phenomenon that appears as light display in the sky.
When it comes to having fun in the snow, Norway is the undisputed king of the hill! Here are our best tips for both energetic and relaxing corona safe winter experiences.
The concept of friluftsliv – or “outdoor life” – is as Norwegian as cross-country skis and woollen sweaters. Learn how it can make you a happier person.
Powder, parks and panoramic views! Every year, the Norwegian financial newspaper “Dagens Næringsliv” ranks Norway’s top alpine resorts. Find your favourite!
From hip urban cities to glittering fjords, northern lights, and remote villages above the Arctic Circle – Norway is a veeery long country, packed with things to see and do. So, where do you start? To get the most out of your holiday, we recommend that you choose one or two regions to explore. Here are some of the highlights!
Flow, speed and awesome moves! Are you ready to learn alpine skiing from the best? Take notes from these fearless youngsters!
Check out Norway’s new, super cool saunas. Try floating saunas or rustic saunas in the mountains or by the fjord. Heat up before you go bathing!
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