Tromsø is a cold and exciting destination. The largest city in northern Norway, located on a small island approximately 349 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle, is also called the “Gateway to the Arctic”. The city’s fishing port is one of the best locations in the world for viewing the Northern Lights. From city life to untouched Arctic nature is at your fingertips. Nature and culture live together in complete symbiosis here. Tromsø is a great base for Arctic expeditions for those craving real winter, the Northern Lights, beautiful nature and Scandinavian fjords.
Tromsø is a city on the island of Tromsøya in the northern part of Norway, above the Arctic Circle, on the Norwegian Sea. Despite its location 350 km beyond the Arctic Circle, the climate is not particularly harsh due to the strong influence of the North Atlantic Current. Thanks to this, ocean waters do not freeze and the port in Tromsø can operate all year round.The polar night in Tromsø lasts from November 27 to January 19, the polar day from May 19 to July 27.
Polaria
Polaria is an Arctic Experience Center and Aquarium located in central Tromsø. The building itself is designed to resemble ice floes pushed ashore by the Arctic Ocean. Inside you’ll find a mix of interactive exhibits and aquariums filled with flora and fauna from the region.
Through knowledge-based exhibitions, prepared in collaboration with scientists from Fram – the High North Climate and Environmental Research Center, Polaria reflects some of the research being conducted in the Arctic. Two bearded seals and three harbor seals live in the sea basin. The seals are fed and exercised several times a day to stimulate them both mentally and physically. Sesions Feeding and training take place
daily at 10:30, 12:30 and 15:30.
Fjellheisen Cable Car
Fjellheisen is the gateway to many exciting activities and experiences. The cable car brings Us to the mountain: to a spectacular panoramic view of Tromsø, great hiking opportunities and activities for the whole family.
Arctic Cathedral
The Arctic Cathedral, formally known as Tromsdalen Church or Tromsoysund Church (Tromsdalen kirke). The church is commonly nicknamed the Ishavskatedralen, literally “The Cathedral of the Arctic Sea” or “Arctic Cathedral”. The church was built in 1965 in the Tromsdalen valley and it is a parish church and not, in fact, a cathedral as it is commonly called. The church is part of the Tromsoysund parish in the Tromso arch-deanery in the Diocese of Nord-Halogaland. The groundbreaking of the church was 1 April 1964 and it was completed in 1965. The new church was consecrated on 19 November 1965 by the Bishop Monrad Norderval.
Polar Museum
The Polar Museum preserves and transmits the history of famous explorers, trappers and expeditions. We can learn the stories of adventurers Henry Rudi and Wanna Woldstad, learn about Fridtjof Nansen’s expedition to Fram and discover Roald Amundsen’s attempt to conquer the geographic North Pole.
Troll Museum
Museum based on a combination of handmade art, attention to detail and modern technology. The exhibits incorporate augmented reality features which superimpose moving elements and sound to the art you can see. Road of trolls exhibit will take you on an insightful journey about all things troll, from the very beginning. Find out what the universe looked like according to the Vikings, read the fairy tales that Norwegian parents have been telling their children for centuries, and see what trolls look like in their natural habitats. In the Home of the Sea Troll,Meet you very own Sea Troll of Tromsø and find out why he lives up north, explore other myths and sea creatures from the folclore, discover the Sami people, and more.
Prestvannet
Right in the middle of Tromsø city, you will find Prestvannet . It is the perfect place to spot the Northern Lights in the Arctic night during the winter. Prestvannet is a small lake on the highest point on the central part of the island of Tromsøya in the city of Tromsø. Prestvannet was built up as a reservoir in 1867 and continued in that function until 1921. Today, many locals like to go here to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, walking their dogs or feed the ducks in the lake. During the Northern Light season, Pressvannet is a perfect place to explore the amazing lights on the clear sky during the night.
Ølhallen
Mack’s brewpub Ølhallen opened in 1928 and is the oldest pub in Tromsø. In past as it was known as a place of sanctuary and at the time was teeming with fishermen, farmers, and townspeople. Today Ølhallen is one of the most iconic places in Tromsø with one of the largest tap selection in Europe serving Norwegian quality beer from 72 taps! It’s a place where townspeople of all ages meet and taste the best beers brewed by Mack – The northernmost brewery in the world.
