Northern Lights over Tromsö, Norway.

Tromsö

THE CAPITAL OF THE ARCTIC

Head north to Tromsö and the region of the Midnight Sun and the Northern Lights. Tromsö is located 69°North in the Arctic part of Norway. Here, you’ll find mountains, fjords, and a breathtaking coastline of Arctic Europe. In summer, the sun never sets, and in winter, you can experience the Polar night (27 November to 15 January) with its magical blue light and the Northern Lights dancing in the sky.

Tromsø is an all-year destination that offers a vibrant city atmosphere surrounded by wild nature. Tromsö is the largest city in Northern Norway, and people often call it “The Capital of the Arctic”. Hundreds of visitors from around the world come to Tromsö from mid-September to March in search of Aurora Borealis. Here, you’ll have one of the highest probabilities of seeing the northern lights in the world thanks to the location: just in the middle of the Aurora zone. However, there are more things and places to discover both in Tromsö and the surroundings. Our best tip: stay longer and explore more.

 

WHY VISIT TROMSÖ

  • For its spectacular landscape.
  • To enjoy nature and wilderness.
  • For its easy access with direct flights from many international airports.
  • For its excellent base for a northern Norway trip.
  • To marvel at the Northern Lights. 
  • For its rich cuisine, unique and exclusive to these latitudes.
  • To learn first-hand about the Sami culture.
  • To live unique experiences such as a reindeer ride, ice fishing and ice bathing.
  • To enjoy some unique museums.

 

TOP SIGHTS & ATTRACTIONS

Our top from Tromsö

Dog sledding in Tromsö, Norway.

Best of Tromsö in winter

Getaways

With an array of natural wonders, culture and history and exciting outdoor activities, a trip to Tromsö in winter in Northern Norway charms all those who visit. Head north and explore spectacular sights beyond the arctic circle. Enjoy the thrill of chasing the northern lights and be fascinated by the beautiful winter arctic landscapes.  During this Getaway to Tromsö, you will base yourself in the center from where you will head out for exciting excursions: Whale safari and Dog sledding during the day and a Northern Lights tour after dark.  Departure 2023: October-March; daily

3-7 Nights
from $1,050

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TOP EXPERIENCES IN TROMSÖ

DISCOVER THE MIDNIGHT SUN

Stay out all night under the midnight sun. The reddish-yellow light is magical. It triggers you in a way that you have probably never experienced before.

Midnight sun in north Norway.
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JOIN A REINDEER RIDE

Get to know the sami culture and feed the reindeers.

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Reindeer ride in northern Norway.
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TAKE AN ARCTIC ROAD TRIP TO LYNGEN ALP

A 2 hours drive from Tromsö you´ll find one of the most beautiful areas outside of Tromsø. Stay in an igloo or glas cabin.

Lyngen close to Tromsö, Norway.
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GO DOG SLEDDING

Race across the landscape on a dog sled led by happy huskies.

Dog sledding with Husky dogs in Norway.
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SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS

For the best experience book a tour with a local guide that knows the best spot to catch the magical lights.

Northern lights over Tromsö, Norway.
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SLEEP IN A IGLOO HOTEL IN ALTA

This is the perfect location for an exotic winter adventure. Truly an adventure out of the ordinary.

Ice hotel in Alta, Norway.
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TRY LOCAL TREATS

Grilled stockfish, reindeer sirloin, or even seagull eggs?

Reindeer sirloin dinner.
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SIGHTSEEING CRUISE AROUND TROMSÖ ISLAND

Learn about the sights and landmarks of Tromsö, its surrounding nature and wildlife.

Sightseeing cruise around Tromsö Island, Norway.
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NORDLYSFESTIVALEN

Listen to a symphonic orchestra inside a cathedral at The Northern Lights Festival.

Northern Lights Festival in Tromsö Norway.

 

FAQ

If  your goal is to see the northern lights, you should consider visiting between October and March, when darkness reigns. 

From late October to mid-February the sun does not rise above the horizon. From mid-November to the end of January, Longyearbyen is in total darkness aside from moonlight. 

While this does limit the activities on offer, it’s a genuinely fascinating time to visit.

The months between mid-March and May in Svalbard come with increased light hours throughout the day as opposed to drastically increased temperatures and during these months the region sees a more normalized pattern of light hours during the day and darkness overnight.

While there is a slight temperature increase, the landscape is still draped in beautiful ice and covered in snow as far as the eye can see. The increased light can make for much better wildlife viewing and day time activities and the benefit of darkness overnight is that there are still amazing opportunities to chase the Northern Lights! Spring time could be the best time of year to visit Svalbard to get the full Arctic experience.

If you want to see as much of Svalbard as possible, you should visit between May and August. Thanks to the midnight sun you’ll have 24 hours of daylight, making it the ideal time to visit if you’ve only got a few days. 
 

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Whale season: X
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