What to do in Northern Norway

Activities, attractions and tours

Leknes which includes a small town or village and a hotel
Kautokeino
Northern Norway which includes mountains and a small town or village
Stamsund showing tranquil scenes, a small town or village and a bay or harbor
Kautokeino

Northern Norway Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Northern Norway has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Northern Norway, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Northern Norway with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Northern Norway

Northern Norway is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Northern Norway, and make it a breeze to explore Northern Norway and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northern Norway to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Northern Norway, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Northern Norway.

Northern Norway attractions

Northern Norway has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Northern Norway to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northern Norway.

Looking for things to do in Northern Norway can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Northern Norway or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Norway attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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1. Honningsvåg Port

Honningsvåg Port is the gateway to Norway’s northernmost city and the famous North Cape. The port is just a short walk from the main street of Honningsvåg, where you will find restaurants serving seafood straight from the icy Arctic Ocean. Shop for a number of local items, including knitwear, printed textiles and handmade clothing.
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Honningsvag Port which includes a small town or village, boating and a marina

2. North Cape

Look over the immense Arctic Ocean from North Cape’s cliff plateau. Discover seabirds, including puffins and sea eagles. Spot otters, weasels and hares in the wilderness. North Cape features a tourist center that is open year-round, with exhibits examining the region’s ecology and North Cape as a traveler destination.
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North Cape showing views, landscape views and general coastal views

3. Tromso Cathedral

Notice the exquisite stained-glass windows as you enter the beautiful Tromsø Cathedral. Admire the open wooden interior and the stunning replica painting of Christ’s resurrection by Norwegian romantic painter Adolph Tidemand. This great church is one of the largest wooden cathedrals in Norway.
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Tromso Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral

4. Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund

Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund is a port on the island of Vestvågøy in the Lofoten archipelago. It’s a great place to watch cruise ships dock, dine at waterfront cafés and enjoy relaxed walks. The terminal is also the starting point for dozens of excursions along the Norwegian coast and out to sea.
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Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund which includes signage

5. Polar Museum

See exhibits about Norway’s polar seafaring tradition in the Polar Museum. Study the ships and equipment that made these dangerous expeditions possible and learn about the courageous people involved. The Polar Museum is located in the beautiful and lively city of Tromsø in northern Norway.
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Polar Museum which includes a statue or sculpture

6. Bleik Beach

Bleik Beach curves gently around a picturesque bay set toward the northern tip of the island of Andoy. It is a great place for tranquil walks, photography, wildlife spotting and getting lost in your own thoughts amid the majestic beauty of Norway’s Artic Circle.
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Bleik Beach featuring a coastal town and a sandy beach

7. Polaria

Learn about the ecology of the Arctic from a number of educational displays at Polaria. See bearded seals swimming in a large tank and view an exhibit about clams being used by researchers to identify changes in the arctic marine ecosystem. This aquarium has been designed as a resource to educate visitors on the region’s marine life and the effect of climate change on the Arctic.
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Polaria featuring modern architecture

Recommended things to do in Northern Norway

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Alta: The Northern Lights Bus – a comfortable Arctic journey: £113
Top 5 things to do
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What to do in Northern Norway

Popular places to visit

Honningsvag Port which includes a small town or village, boating and a marina

Honningsvåg Port

Notice the colorful backdrop of brightly painted buildings as you wander down a pier of this cruise port in northern Norway.

Honningsvåg Port
North Cape featuring a monument and views

North Cape

The famous cape on the island of Magerøya is known for its tall jagged cliff with viewing areas and a range of excellent facilities for visitors.

North Cape
Tromso Cathedral featuring a monument

Tromso Cathedral

This 19th-century wooden Protestant cathedral is highly regarded for its Gothic Revival architecture, imposing bell tower and striking interior artwork.

Tromso Cathedral
Norwegen Tromso Eismeerkathedrale Nordlicht

Tromso Fjords

Explore the great outdoors at Tromso Fjords and enjoy the northern lights views during your trip to Tromsø. Discover the cosy cafes in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Tromso Fjords
Ethnography. House and deer of the northern inhabitants of the Arctic

Tromso Lapland

Enjoy an outing to Tromso Lapland during your stay in Tromsø. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's northern lights views.

Tromso Lapland
Polar-Alpine Botanical Gardens featuring flowers

University of Tromso

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Tromso as part of your travels around Tromsø. Discover the northern lights views in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

University of Tromso
Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund which includes a small town or village and boating

Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund

Rugged coastlines, an island chain and migrating whales are some of the sights you can experience on boat trips from this port in the village of Stamsund.

Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund
Polar Museum which includes a statue or sculpture

Polar Museum

Get insight into the history of many polar expeditions and learn about Norway’s heritage of bear trapping and arctic travelers in this intriguing museum.

Polar Museum
Bleik Beach featuring a coastal town and a sandy beach

Bleik Beach

Enjoy coastal walks, join a puffin-spotting cruise and see the spectacular northern lights at this beach on the island of Andøy.

Bleik Beach

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Vesterålen

If you're spending some time in Vesterålen, Sortland Museum is a top sight worth visiting.

Vesterålen

 

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