Alta
Norway · Finnmark · 10 m
Description
Alta is a city in the far north of Norway and an important cultural center of Finnmark. The city is known for its prehistoric rock art, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as its excellent conditions for viewing the Northern Lights. Surrounded by fjords, rivers, high plateaus, and Arctic landscapes, Alta combines Sámi and Kven culture with northern Norwegian history, modern infrastructure, and impressive outdoor experiences. The city is one of Northern Norway’s key destinations for travelers seeking Arctic landscapes, the culture of the far north, and the magic of the Northern Lights.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: November – February
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Rock Art of Alta (UNESCO)
- Northern lights viewing (September - April)
- Alta Museum
- Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel (December - March)
- Dog sledding on Finnmarksvidda (November - April)
- Snowmobile safari on the Alta plateau (December - April)
- Alta Canyon (Sautso)
- Midnight sun (May - July)
- Northern Lights Cathedral
- Alta River salmon fishing (June - August)
- Alta River valley
- Sami lavvu camps in the Alta valley
- Sami reindeer herding (November - April)
- Finnmarksvidda winter activities (November - April)
- Komsafjellet hiking (June - September)
- Altafjord boat trip (May - September)
- Tirpitz Museum
- Bubbelen ice cave (March - May)(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- ALF
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry