Title: Gjesvær Travel Guide: Best of Gjesvær, Nordkapp Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Gjesvær](https://expedia.co.uk/Gjesvr-Hotels.d3000023889.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Gjesvær](https://expedia.co.uk/Gjesvr-Holiday-Rentals.d3000023889.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Gjesvær](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Gjesvr.d3000023889.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Gjesvær Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Gjesvr.d3000023889.Car-Hire-Guide)[Gjesvær Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Gjesvr.d3000023889.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Gjesvær Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Nordkapp showing a small town or village and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155506-Nordkapp.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nordkapp which includes a house and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155652-Gjesvaer.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gjesvær](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155649-Gjesvaer.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nordkapp which includes mountains and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155505-Nordkapp.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nordkapp featuring boating, mist or fog and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155507-Nordkapp.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Gjesvær Things to do #### A traditional and charming village of northern Norway, this spot has significant ethnic history dating back to the Viking Age. Visit the pleasant fishing town of Gjesvær, which was once inhabited by the powerful Vikings. Discover the spectacular Gjesværstappan islands nearby, where you’ll find one of the largest bird colonies in all of Norway. The name Gjesvær comes from Geir, which means spear. During the Viking Age, Scandinavian Norsemen explored Europe by sea in order to conquest, colonise and trade. Norsemen means “Men from the North.” These were the Germanic people who used to live in Scandinavia and spoke the Old Norse language. Explore the location the Vikings chose to rest on their way to Bjarmaland, which was a territory that included the southern shores of the White Sea and the basin of the Vienanjoki River. The town of Geirsver was mentioned in the Heimskringla saga, a historic collection of stories about the Norwegian kings and Viking voyages. Although the original houses and buildings of Gjesvær were destroyed by German occupying forces in 1944, you can still find some construction that is an important part of the region’s culture and history. Look for the Gjesvær Chapel, built in 1960\. This small white wooden chapel, privately owned, can seat about 70 people in its simple interior. The charming building is considered one of Norway’s cultural heritage monuments. The village of Gjesvær also houses a fish processing factory, a post office, a school and a retail shop. Tourism has grown over the last years from activities including fishing and bird watching in Gjesværstappan natural reserve. Gjesværstappan is a group of small islands in the Norwegian Sea and is located nearby, north of the town. It features a beautiful natural reserve, home to a huge seabird colony. Take a bird-watching trip from Gjesvær to the islands and admire some of the amazing birds living in the archipelago. Gjesvær is a small village in the Nordkapp Municipality in Finnmark county, in the northeastern part of Norway. Travel to Gjesvær and enjoy the charm of this traditional fishing town with about 130 inhabitants. - Top hotels in Gjesvær - Top Holiday Rentals in Gjesvær ![The View Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27040000/27032100/27032098/1d9b08c2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The View Hotel 12 Utsikten Nordkapp Finnmark £142 5 Dec - 6 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Nordkapp. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (222 reviews) Truly amazing stay This hotel is clean and new with a great harbor view and a fun deck for watching the northern lights. The breakfast is excellent in variety and quality. The staff are attentive and friendly. The drives we took to Nordcap and around the island are beautiful. The reindeer were everywhere and fun to ... Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F12%2F2025&endDate=06%2F12%2F2025&selected=27032098&PinnedHotelID=27032098&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000023889) ![Scandic Bryggen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/564800/564768/49c9ed64_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Scandic Bryggen Vågen 1 Nordkapp Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £92 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nordkapp. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Popular attractions Honningsvåg Port and North Cape Museum are ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (352 reviews) Lovely breakfast room, beuatiful view of the fishing harbour Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=564768&PinnedHotelID=564768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000023889) ![Arctic Boutique Hotel by STAY 9750](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116780000/116774800/116774707/d1c89b61_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arctic Boutique Hotel by STAY 9750 12 A Storgata Honningsvåg Finnmark £80 17 Dec - 18 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Nordkapp. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Honningsvåg Port and North Cape Museum are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (57 reviews) Central and comfortable hotel. Hotel is conveniently Located in town center, near restaurants and services. Our room was renovated and nicely decorated, with a modern bathroom. Room was a bit on the smaller size, with two single beds next to each other, typical of Norway. We slept well, the traffic from the main street, Storgata ... Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F12%2F2025&endDate=18%2F12%2F2025&selected=116774707&PinnedHotelID=116774707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000023889) [See all 7 properties in Gjesvær](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=05%2F12%2F2025&endDate=06%2F12%2F2025®ionId=3000023889) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Nordkapp Camping](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7130000/7126100/7126019/044af5e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nordkapp Camping Skipsfjorden Nordkapp Stay at this campsite in Nordkapp. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and free food shopping service. Popular attractions Honningsvåg Port and Gallery East ... 8/10 Very Good! (163 reviews) The room was as clean & functional , kitchen well equipped. The lovely lady at reception was welcoming & informative. Location is within easy access of Nordkapp - the reason for your trip Reviewed on 26 Jul 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nordkapp-Hotels-Nordkapp-Camping.h7126019.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Gjesvær](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000023889&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Cape-Nordkapp.d6112648.Attraction) ![Honningsvag Port which includes a small town or village, boating and a marina](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155512-Nordkapp.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Honningsvåg Port Notice the colorful backdrop of brightly painted buildings as you wander down a pier of this cruise port in northern Norway. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Honningsvag-Port-Nordkapp.d6287564.Attraction) ![Knivskjellodden featuring landscape views, general coastal views and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155527-Knivskjellodden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Knivskjellodden This peninsula is considered by some as the northernmost point of Europe and features a monument and breathtaking views of the Arctic Ocean. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knivskjellodden-Nordkapp.d6112646.Attraction) #### North Cape Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at North Cape Museum during your trip to Honningsvåg. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Cape-Museum-Nordkapp.d6287566.Attraction) #### Honningsvag Stadium Catch an event at Honningsvag Stadium during your trip to Honningsvåg. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Honningsvag-Stadium-Nordkapp.d6287570.Attraction) #### Honningsvåg Church Honningsvåg Church is just one of the places to see in Honningsvåg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. 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