Title: Northern Norway Travel Guide: Best of Northern Norway, Norway Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Northern Norway](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Norway-Hotels.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Northern Norway](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Norway-Holiday-Rentals.d6056708.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Northern Norway](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Norway.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Northern Norway](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Norway.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Northern Norway Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northern-Norway.d6056708.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northern Norway Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Norway.d6056708.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Northern Norway Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Leknes which includes a small town or village and a hotel](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155392-Leknes-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kautokeino](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/183000/183526-Northern-Norway.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Norway which includes mountains and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155640-Nusfjord.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Norway](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155492-Stamsund.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kautokeino](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/183000/183525-Northern-Norway.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Norway Where to stay Things to do #### Learn about the residents’ indigenous roots, explore snowy terrain and gaze up at the aurora borealis in the Kingdom of Light. Northern Norway is a vast expanse with historical sites decorating the wilderness. Snowy peaks and islands make up the exceptional scenery of this cultural home of the Sami people. Drive through sparsely populated valleys and hills at the northern end of the world. Learn about the Sami community, the northernmost indigenous people in Europe, with a visit to [Sápmi Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sapmi-Park-Karasjok.d6112640.Attraction) in Karasjok. Taste reindeer meat, learn glass-blowing and watch a revealing film in the Magical Theatre. The town has various intriguing sights, including the Sami Parliament of Norway and the Kárášjohka River. Among the largest towns is [Tromsø](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tromso.d3512.Holidays-City-Breaks), which is known as the Gateway to the Arctic and has many cultural sights. Visit the Northern Norway Art Museum, the Mack Brewery and the [Tromsø University Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tromso-University-Museum-Tromso.d6112628.Attraction) for an insight into the region’s history. The [Polar Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polar-Museum-Tromso.d6112624.Attraction) contains interesting exhibits about seal hunting and Arctic expeditions. Summers are bright and relatively warm, with midnight sun in June and July. Lay down a blanket for a picnic next to Lillevardhaug Lake or As Lake. Explore the dense forests in the North Cape of Norway. Visit Kautokeino for the Kautokeino Church, the Kautokeino Museum and the charming [Juhls’ Silver Gallery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Juhls-Silver-Gallery-Kautokeino.d6112638.Attraction). The dark, freezing winter is the best time to see the northern lights, since parts of the region are totally deprived of sunlight in December and January. Gaze up at the green and pink rays of the aurora borealis from most parts of Northern Norway. Among the best place to see them is the Northern Lights Cathedral in [Alta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alta.d358.Holidays-City-Breaks). The region comprises Norway’s northernmost counties of [Nordland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nordland.d6056705.Holidays-City-Breaks), Troms and Finnmark. Take cruises to get to the various islands and drive around this picturesque terrain in the northern extremes of Europe. You can also fly from Oslo Airport to Tromsø and other towns. Cross the borders to see the northern parts of Sweden and Finland. Visit Northern Norway for its serenity, picturesque terrain and intriguing indigenous culture. ### Where to stay in Northern Norway ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vesterålen If you're spending some time in Vesterålen, Sortland Museum is a top sight worth visiting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sortland-Vesteralen.dx553248635975748833) - Top hotels in Northern Norway - Top Holiday Rentals in Northern Norway ![Clarion Hotel The Edge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7550000/7540900/7540823/24bf5646_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Clarion Hotel The Edge Kaigata 6 Tromsø £286 14 Dec - 15 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,399 reviews) Easy and swift check in, the staff were excellent and friendly and the breakfast was amazing setting us up for the day. Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=7540823&PinnedHotelID=7540823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056708) ![Smarthotel Tromso](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983000/5982905/c12d16ac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Smarthotel Tromso Vestregata 6 Tromsø £146 7 Dec - 8 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews) Great breakfast Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F12%2F2025&endDate=08%2F12%2F2025&selected=5982905&PinnedHotelID=5982905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056708) ![Radisson Blu Hotel, Tromso](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18400/18334/00e9f232_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Blu Hotel, Tromso Sjogata 7 Tromsø £305 7 Dec - 8 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) The whole hotel experience, its location and friendly staff was great. A small issue with a broken safe, could have been resolved more quickly. Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F12%2F2025&endDate=08%2F12%2F2025&selected=18334&PinnedHotelID=18334&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056708) [See all 985 properties in Northern Norway](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F12%2F2025&endDate=08%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6056708) 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. ![Skaret by Vander](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87370000/87362100/87362014/915755ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Skaret by Vander 25 Storgata Tromsø Troms og Finnmark Stay at this aparthotel in Tromsø. Enjoy rainfall showerheads, an in-room coffee maker and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (506 reviews) The room was nice, bathroom is spacious. The location is perfect, I was very happy with that. Also check in and check out is super easy. Kitchen is nice, but we would have liked a kitchen towel and we found the whole set up a bit not practical. What we missed the most however was a broom or a vacuum ... Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Troms-Hotels-Skaret-By-Vander.h87362014.Hotel-Information) ![TotalApartments - Stakkevollvegen studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109460000/109455300/109455209/cc19f747_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### TotalApartments - Stakkevollvegen studio 303 Stakkevollvegen Tromsø Troms Stay at this aparthotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Tromso Fjords and Polar-Alpine Botanical Gardens are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (102 reviews) Accommodation in Tromsø can be expensive, but I found this to be a suitable compromise. Having a full kitchen means we could save money by not eating out. There is a supermarket directly underneath the apartment which was really convenient (just be aware it is closed on Sundays) The apartment was ... Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/TA-Stakkevollvegen-Studio.h109455209.Hotel-Information) ![TotalApartments Vervet Gjøa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97200000/97192800/97192742/7657b9df_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### TotalApartments Vervet Gjøa Nordøstpassasjen 15 Tromsø Troms og Finnmark Stay at this aparthotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Perspektivet museum and Andreas Aagaard House are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (236 reviews) Apartment was well presented, very clean and modern. Loads of space. Bedding, towels and everything you need for a good stay was there. The apartments are in a great central location and very secure. Having stayed in November, the heating was always very welcome and very warm when returning from ... 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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) ![Tromso Cathedral featuring a monument](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155567-Tromso-Cathedral-Tromso-Domkirke.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tromso Cathedral 4/5(25 reviews) This 19th-century wooden Protestant cathedral is highly regarded for its Gothic Revival architecture, imposing bell tower and striking interior artwork. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tromso-Cathedral-Troms.d6112618.Attraction) ![Arctic Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ae85a94218b5fabb1d6e3830a14523b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arctic Cathedral 4/5(45 reviews) After visiting Arctic Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tromsdalen. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's northern lights views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arctic-Cathedral-Troms.d553248621532956495.Attraction) ![Polaria featuring modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155516-Polaria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polaria 4.5/5(28 reviews) Designed as an educational center, this aquarium features knowledge-based exhibits, display tanks with local marine life and a panoramic cinema. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Polaria-Troms.d6112632.Attraction) ![Polar Museum which includes a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155533-Polar-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polar Museum 4.5/5(26 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Polar-Museum-Troms.d6112624.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Old Ski Jump in Alta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47633949/39072323-723c-4d0e-b73c-491acb04d1ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Trip to view Alta City from Altabakken £124 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trip-to-view-alta-city-from-altabakken.a47633949.activity-details) ![Discover the Tastes of Northern Norway A Culinary Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48795233/d757161a-8ae7-4dd5-8b6b-9e0dd53fddb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover the Tastes of Northern Norway A Culinary Adventure £76 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-the-tastes-of-northern-norway-a-culinary-adventure.a48795233.activity-details) ![Sleigh or wagon ride in the arctic Country side ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1669588/f2082398-f1cd-4c1b-810d-982035c9f165.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sleigh or wagon ride in the arctic Country side £165 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sleigh-or-wagon-ride-in-the-arctic-country-side.a1669588.activity-details) ![Scooter safari i sentrum av Alta. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49658997/d3882539-9244-40a7-91ea-d80ec820e8aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snowmobile or UTV Safari in centrum of Alta city. close to harbor £165 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snowmobile-or-utv-safari-in-centrum-of-alta-city-close-to-harbor.a49658997.activity-details) ![Whale Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50199146/20783495-df73-4885-abc2-e0752c94b063.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alta Fjord: Whale Safari Experience £199 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alta-fjord-whale-safari-experience.a50199146.activity-details) ![Alta's most iconic sights.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48768839/28e4fc5a-56f4-4a23-b91a-171f2f95f7ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alta's most iconic sights. £249 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/altas-most-iconic-sights.a48768839.activity-details) [See all activities in Northern Norway](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Norway.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Places of interest - [North Cape ](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Cape-Nordkapp.d6112648.Attraction) - [Honningsvåg Port ](https://expedia.co.uk/Honningsvag-Port-Nordkapp.d6287564.Attraction) - [Tromso Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tromso-Cathedral-Troms.d6112618.Attraction) - [Tromso Lapland ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tromso-Lapland-Troms.d553248621532523703.Attraction) - [Arctic Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arctic-Cathedral-Troms.d553248621532956495.Attraction) - [Polaria ](https://expedia.co.uk/Polaria-Troms.d6112632.Attraction) - [Polar Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Polar-Museum-Troms.d6112624.Attraction) - [Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hurtigruten-Ferry-Terminal-Stamsund-Vestvagy.d6271236.Attraction) - [Narvikfjellet ](https://expedia.co.uk/Narvikfjellet-Narvik.d6299093.Attraction) - [Tromso University Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tromso-University-Museum-Troms.d6112628.Attraction) - [Northern Lights Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Lights-Cathedral-Alta.d553248621532523728.Attraction) - [Riksgransen Ski Area ](https://expedia.co.uk/Riksgransen-Ski-Area-Europe.d553248622444661072.Attraction) - [Lofotr Viking Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lofotr-Viking-Museum-Vestvagy.d6112612.Attraction) - [Nordlandsbadet Swimming Pool and Indoor Water Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nordlandsbadet-Swimming-Pool-And-Indoor-Water-Park-Bodo.d553248621532520634.Attraction) - [Lofoten War Memorial Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lofoten-War-Memorial-Museum-Vagan.d6215180.Attraction) - [Bleik Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bleik-Beach-Andoy.d6112608.Attraction) - [Polar-Alpine Botanical Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Polar-Alpine-Botanical-Gardens-Troms.d6313458.Attraction) - [Bakkejord Harbor ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakkejord-Harbor-Troms.d553248621592241050.Attraction) - [Bodo Tourist Information ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bodo-Tourist-Information-Bodo.d553248621562598746.Attraction) - [Norwegian Fishing Village Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Norwegian-Fishing-Village-Museum-Moskenes.d6112614.Attraction) - [Saltstraumen ](https://expedia.co.uk/Saltstraumen-Bodo.d6112594.Attraction) - [The Lofoten Aquarium ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Lofoten-Aquarium-Vagan.d6296480.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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