Old Nuuk Travel Guide
Nuuk
Popular places to visit
Hans Egede Statue
You can learn about the history of Nuuk with a trip to Hans Egede Statue. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
Mother of the Sea
Learn about the local history of Nuuk when you spend time at Mother of the Sea.
Vor Frelsers Kirke
You can learn about the history of Nuuk with a visit to Vor Frelsers Kirke. Wander the marina or discover the area's mountain views.
Nuuk Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Nuuk with a trip to Nuuk Harbour. Discover the area's mountain views and churches.
National Greenland Museum and Archives
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Greenland Museum and Archives during your trip to Nuuk. Wander the marina or discover the area's mountain views.
Nuuk’s Boardwalk
Nuuk’s Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Nuuk, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Things to do
Private Historic Nuuk Walking Tour with Cultural Landmarks
Top hotels in Old Nuuk
HHE Express Hotel
"Welcoming staff. Room ready at 14:00. Clean room, quality bed linen and towels. Great location. Room a bit small for 2; preferably for 1 person or if you book only one night OR you keep everything in your luggage 😊 Complete free breakfast . And food is available on sight if needed."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hotel Hans Egede
Tuukkaq Apartments
"Very helpful staff. Clean common area in kitchen and bathroom. Will stay again if in Nuuk. Walking distance to 2 supermarket and bus station to town. Close to the airport."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Nordbo
"Great hotel rooms, well equipped kitchen in my studio apartment. All in all a very good hotel. Will definitely recommend to others visiting Nuuk"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
HOTEL SØMA Nuuk
"We very much enjoyed our two nights stay at the old Sailor Home. Good location if you want to be close to the harbor and a little away from the center. Still in walking distance to center. Nice views, good atmosphere, friendly staff and good food."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Nordbo City
"Good location close to Nuuk centre, room OK and cleanliness could have been better. We stayed 7 days and asked according to guest book for a cleaning after 4 days. The cleaning was never done although we registered it in the guest book, and marked it on our door"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Nuuk
Nuussuaq
While Nuussuaq may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nuuk Harbour and Nuuk Stadium.
