Tromsø
Norway · Troms · 10 m
Description
Tromsø is the largest city in Northern Norway and is known as the “Gateway to the Arctic” as well as a cultural and scientific center of the region. Located around 350 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle, the city is surrounded by fjords, mountains, and islands. Tromsø is known for its striking Arctic Cathedral, the Fjellheisen cable car, and its lively cultural scene. The city combines Arctic nature with urban life, research, and Nordic cuisine. In summer, the midnight sun brings almost endless daylight, while the darker months offer opportunities to see the Northern Lights. Tromsø is a unique base for exploring Northern Norway’s Arctic landscapes.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 3 to 5 days (optimal 4 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: February – March or November
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Northern lights viewing (September - April)
- Fjellheisen cable car
- Arctic Cathedral (Ishavskatedralen)
- Whale watching safari (November - January)
- Dog sledding on the Kvaløya trails (November - April)
- Midnight sun (May - July)
- Sami reindeer sledding (November - April)
- Polar Museum
- Tromsø Arctic-Alpine Botanic Garden (June - August)
- Polaria Arctic Experience Centre
- Tromsø Museum
- Prestvannet lake and nature reserve
- Tromsø city centre and Storgata
- Tromsø Bridge
- Tromsø Street Art
- Kvaløya island scenic drive
- Sommarøy coastal landscape(Day trip)
- Tromvik coastal landscape(Day trip)
- Tromsø whale watching in Skjervøy (November - January)(Day trip)
- Snowshoeing around Tromsø (November - April)
- Cross-country skiing around Tromsø (November - April)
Getting there
- Airports:
- TOS
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry