VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. 10 REASONS TO VISIT TROMSO IN SUMMER Tromsø is renowned for its pulsating nightlife. You will find bars, pubs and cafés to suit every taste. These venues often have concerts, while in summer the Tromsø region hosts several exciting festivals. 7. Shopping. You will find nice little shops in downtown Tromsø – HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the WEATHER AND NORTHERN LIGHTS FORECAST Weather in Tromsø and the region. Stay updated on the weather in Tromsø and the region, as well as getting the latest Northern Lights forecast. In Tromsø the weather can change quickly so it is important to be prepared if you are going out on tours and activities.

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking

VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. 10 REASONS TO VISIT TROMSO IN SUMMER Tromsø is renowned for its pulsating nightlife. You will find bars, pubs and cafés to suit every taste. These venues often have concerts, while in summer the Tromsø region hosts several exciting festivals. 7. Shopping. You will find nice little shops in downtown Tromsø – HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the WEATHER AND NORTHERN LIGHTS FORECAST Weather in Tromsø and the region. Stay updated on the weather in Tromsø and the region, as well as getting the latest Northern Lights forecast. In Tromsø the weather can change quickly so it is important to be prepared if you are going out on tours and activities.

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. EXPLORING THE TROMSO REGION If you have enough time, we highly recommend exploring the region surrounding Tromsø. Within a three-hour radius of downtown Tromsø, you will find beautiful island paradises such as Sommarøy, Kvaløya and Senja. These are great places to experience the coastal culture and visit small fishing communities.

TROMSØ PASS

The Tromsø Pass applies for children up to 17 years old, adults, and seniors aged 67 or more. The Tromsø Pass folder and tickets must be validated in the attractions provided. The tickets can only be used once at each attraction. Visit Tromsø is not responsible for closed attractions due to technical issues and/or weather.

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

NORTHERN LIGHTS TOUR December 1st - February 28th: 6pm (18:00) March 1st - March 20th: 7pm (19:00) March 21st - April 1st: 8pm (20:00) April 2nd - April 18th: 9pm (21:00) Departure from outside of Tromsø Activities, Storgata 107, 9008 Tromsø (on top of the Storgata/main street hill) FULL STEAM TROMSØ AS Full Steam restaurant was established in 2018 and is located at Bangsundbrygga in Tromsø. FULL STEAM TROMSØ AS Bangsundbrygga ble bygd i 1902 og var da et fiskemottak/fabrikk. Bygget er velholdt og er kommet i sitt rette element med tilbudet som restauranten Full Steam gir; fortellingen om den eldre fiskerihistorien i Tromsregionen og matservering basert på lokale

råvarer fra havet.

AURORA SPIRIT DISTILLERY Aurora Spirit’s price winning visitor centre serves Northern Lights tourists Whisky, Aquavit and gin with water from a glacier as part of a complete Arctic experience.

VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. 10 REASONS TO VISIT TROMSO IN SUMMER Tromsø is renowned for its pulsating nightlife. You will find bars, pubs and cafés to suit every taste. These venues often have concerts, while in summer the Tromsø region hosts several exciting festivals. 7. Shopping. You will find nice little shops in downtown Tromsø – HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the WEATHER AND NORTHERN LIGHTS FORECAST Weather in Tromsø and the region. Stay updated on the weather in Tromsø and the region, as well as getting the latest Northern Lights forecast. In Tromsø the weather can change quickly so it is important to be prepared if you are going out on tours and activities.

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking

VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. 10 REASONS TO VISIT TROMSO IN SUMMER Tromsø is renowned for its pulsating nightlife. You will find bars, pubs and cafés to suit every taste. These venues often have concerts, while in summer the Tromsø region hosts several exciting festivals. 7. Shopping. You will find nice little shops in downtown Tromsø – HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the WEATHER AND NORTHERN LIGHTS FORECAST Weather in Tromsø and the region. Stay updated on the weather in Tromsø and the region, as well as getting the latest Northern Lights forecast. In Tromsø the weather can change quickly so it is important to be prepared if you are going out on tours and activities.

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. EXPLORING THE TROMSO REGION If you have enough time, we highly recommend exploring the region surrounding Tromsø. Within a three-hour radius of downtown Tromsø, you will find beautiful island paradises such as Sommarøy, Kvaløya and Senja. These are great places to experience the coastal culture and visit small fishing communities.

TROMSØ PASS

The Tromsø Pass applies for children up to 17 years old, adults, and seniors aged 67 or more. The Tromsø Pass folder and tickets must be validated in the attractions provided. The tickets can only be used once at each attraction. Visit Tromsø is not responsible for closed attractions due to technical issues and/or weather.

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

NORTHERN LIGHTS TOUR December 1st - February 28th: 6pm (18:00) March 1st - March 20th: 7pm (19:00) March 21st - April 1st: 8pm (20:00) April 2nd - April 18th: 9pm (21:00) Departure from outside of Tromsø Activities, Storgata 107, 9008 Tromsø (on top of the Storgata/main street hill) FULL STEAM TROMSØ AS Full Steam restaurant was established in 2018 and is located at Bangsundbrygga in Tromsø. FULL STEAM TROMSØ AS Bangsundbrygga ble bygd i 1902 og var da et fiskemottak/fabrikk. Bygget er velholdt og er kommet i sitt rette element med tilbudet som restauranten Full Steam gir; fortellingen om den eldre fiskerihistorien i Tromsregionen og matservering basert på lokale

råvarer fra havet.

AURORA SPIRIT DISTILLERY Aurora Spirit’s price winning visitor centre serves Northern Lights tourists Whisky, Aquavit and gin with water from a glacier as part of a complete Arctic experience.

ARCTIC WILDLIFE

Arctic wildlife in Norway. Whales, huskies, sea eagles, seals, bears, wolfs, reindeer and so much more. There are plenty of animals in the Tromsø region, and some you will meet in the wild, whereas some you can meet up close and personal.

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

TROMVIK LODGE

Tromvik Lodge was built in 2011 and is held in classical modern Scandinavian style with wooden floors, white wooden walls and white ceiling. Large panorama windows give a 270 degrees view to the ocean in the north and a spectacular alpine landscape with peaks reaching

3000 feet

WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking AURORA SPIRIT DISTILLERY Aurora Spirit’s price winning visitor centre serves Northern Lights tourists Whisky, Aquavit and gin with water from a glacier as part of a complete Arctic experience.

ARCTIC WILDLIFE

Arctic wildlife in Norway. Whales, huskies, sea eagles, seals, bears, wolfs, reindeer and so much more. There are plenty of animals in the Tromsø region, and some you will meet in the wild, whereas some you can meet up close and personal.

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

TROMVIK LODGE

Tromvik Lodge was built in 2011 and is held in classical modern Scandinavian style with wooden floors, white wooden walls and white ceiling. Large panorama windows give a 270 degrees view to the ocean in the north and a spectacular alpine landscape with peaks reaching

3000 feet

WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking AURORA SPIRIT DISTILLERY Aurora Spirit’s price winning visitor centre serves Northern Lights tourists Whisky, Aquavit and gin with water from a glacier as part of a complete Arctic experience. 10 REASONS TO VISIT TROMSO IN SUMMER Tromsø is renowned for its pulsating nightlife. You will find bars, pubs and cafés to suit every taste. These venues often have concerts, while in summer the Tromsø region hosts several exciting festivals. 7. Shopping. You will find nice little shops in downtown Tromsø – APPROVED BY VISIT TROMSO The Visit Tromsø-region AS launched the quality mark "Approved by Visit Tromsø" for our partners in the first quarter of 2020. With this you are now able to see the logo on cars, in shops and restaurant windows, on clothes and on our partners’ web sites. HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

ARCTIC WILDLIFE

Arctic wildlife in Norway. Whales, huskies, sea eagles, seals, bears, wolfs, reindeer and so much more. There are plenty of animals in the Tromsø region, and some you will meet in the wild, whereas some you can meet up close and personal.

BUSSRING AS

Easiest way to safe transport. Bussring has a bus park consisting of 30 vehicles.The buses have a capacity of 15 to 55 passengers, depending on your needs.

SHOPPING IN TROMSO

Shopping in Tromsø. Shopping in Tromsø, you will find everything from local produce and delicacies, to souvenir shops or high fashion. In the main street of Tromsø you will find several shops among restaurants and cozy cafés. Nerstranda shopping centre is in the middle of the city centre, and Jekta shopping centre is not far from

the airport.

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the FULL STEAM TROMSØ AS Full Steam restaurant was established in 2018 and is located at Bangsundbrygga in Tromsø. FULL STEAM TROMSØ AS Bangsundbrygga ble bygd i 1902 og var da et fiskemottak/fabrikk. Bygget er velholdt og er kommet i sitt rette element med tilbudet som restauranten Full Steam gir; fortellingen om den eldre fiskerihistorien i Tromsregionen og matservering basert på lokale

råvarer fra havet.

VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

TRANSPORT AND TRAVEL OPTIONS FOR GETTING AROUND TROMSO AND Bus 420 Tromsø - Hella - Brensholmen - Sommarøy. This route offers a short excursion from Tromsø around the southern part of the island of Kvaløya. Same day return to Sommarøy is possible from Monday to Friday during the summer. Bus 425 Tromsø - Ersfjordbotn. Ersfjordbotn offers fantastic views of fjords and steep mountains. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic.

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking

VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

TRANSPORT AND TRAVEL OPTIONS FOR GETTING AROUND TROMSO AND Bus 420 Tromsø - Hella - Brensholmen - Sommarøy. This route offers a short excursion from Tromsø around the southern part of the island of Kvaløya. Same day return to Sommarøy is possible from Monday to Friday during the summer. Bus 425 Tromsø - Ersfjordbotn. Ersfjordbotn offers fantastic views of fjords and steep mountains. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic.

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking EXPLORING THE TROMSO REGION If you have enough time, we highly recommend exploring the region surrounding Tromsø. Within a three-hour radius of downtown Tromsø, you will find beautiful island paradises such as Sommarøy, Kvaløya and Senja. These are great places to experience the coastal culture and visit small fishing communities. HOW TO GET TO TROMSO Bus from Bodø / Fause via Narvik to Tromsø. There is a daily bus departing from Bodø at 07:15 (7.15 am), Fauske train station at 08:50 (8.50 am) and arriving in Narvik at 13:30 (1.30 pm). The bus departs for Tromsø at 15:45 (3.45 pm) and arrives in Tromsø at 19:50 (7.50

pm).

APPROVED BY VISIT TROMSO The Visit Tromsø-region AS launched the quality mark "Approved by Visit Tromsø" for our partners in the first quarter of 2020. With this you are now able to see the logo on cars, in shops and restaurant windows, on clothes and on our partners’ web sites. HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic.

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

10 REASONS TO VISIT TROMSO IN WINTER We give you 10 reasons to visit Tromsø during winter. 1. Great location. Tromsø is located in the middle of the Northern Lights Oval, which is the area with the highest probability of seeing the lights. This means that there will always be good chances of Northern Lights, regardless of the sun’s cycles. This natural phenomenon can

be

TROMVIK LODGE

Tromvik Lodge was built in 2011 and is held in classical modern Scandinavian style with wooden floors, white wooden walls and white ceiling. Large panorama windows give a 270 degrees view to the ocean in the north and a spectacular alpine landscape with peaks reaching

3000 feet

THE ARCTIC CATHEDRAL The cathedral: Tromsdalen Church, also known as Ishavskatedralen (The Arctic Cathedral) was dedicated on November 19, 1965. Architect Jan Inge Hovig succeeded in creating a masterpiece. The cathedral is a landmark visible from the Tromsø Sound, the Tromsø Bridge and when landing in Tromsø by aircraft. The 11 aluminium-coated concrete

panels

SMALL GROUPS

This tour is conducted by Tromsø Lapland. We would like to invite you to visit our Sámi camp and join us for a family-friendly reindeer interaction tour surrounded by stunning scenery and

VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

TRANSPORT AND TRAVEL OPTIONS FOR GETTING AROUND TROMSO AND Bus 420 Tromsø - Hella - Brensholmen - Sommarøy. This route offers a short excursion from Tromsø around the southern part of the island of Kvaløya. Same day return to Sommarøy is possible from Monday to Friday during the summer. Bus 425 Tromsø - Ersfjordbotn. Ersfjordbotn offers fantastic views of fjords and steep mountains. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic.

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking

VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

TRANSPORT AND TRAVEL OPTIONS FOR GETTING AROUND TROMSO AND Bus 420 Tromsø - Hella - Brensholmen - Sommarøy. This route offers a short excursion from Tromsø around the southern part of the island of Kvaløya. Same day return to Sommarøy is possible from Monday to Friday during the summer. Bus 425 Tromsø - Ersfjordbotn. Ersfjordbotn offers fantastic views of fjords and steep mountains. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic.

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

WHERE TO FIND PARKING IN TROMSO Where to find parking in Tromsø. Parking options in the city centre range from parking in the street to outdoor car parks and in the tunnels. No free parking is available in the city centre during the day on weekdays. Different regulations apply for different parking EXPLORING THE TROMSO REGION If you have enough time, we highly recommend exploring the region surrounding Tromsø. Within a three-hour radius of downtown Tromsø, you will find beautiful island paradises such as Sommarøy, Kvaløya and Senja. These are great places to experience the coastal culture and visit small fishing communities. HOW TO GET TO TROMSO Bus from Bodø / Fause via Narvik to Tromsø. There is a daily bus departing from Bodø at 07:15 (7.15 am), Fauske train station at 08:50 (8.50 am) and arriving in Narvik at 13:30 (1.30 pm). The bus departs for Tromsø at 15:45 (3.45 pm) and arrives in Tromsø at 19:50 (7.50

pm).

APPROVED BY VISIT TROMSO The Visit Tromsø-region AS launched the quality mark "Approved by Visit Tromsø" for our partners in the first quarter of 2020. With this you are now able to see the logo on cars, in shops and restaurant windows, on clothes and on our partners’ web sites. HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic.

ICE FISHING

Price from : 2495 NOK per person - Adult NOK 2495 - child 10-12 år

NOK 1495

10 REASONS TO VISIT TROMSO IN WINTER We give you 10 reasons to visit Tromsø during winter. 1. Great location. Tromsø is located in the middle of the Northern Lights Oval, which is the area with the highest probability of seeing the lights. This means that there will always be good chances of Northern Lights, regardless of the sun’s cycles. This natural phenomenon can

be

TROMVIK LODGE

Tromvik Lodge was built in 2011 and is held in classical modern Scandinavian style with wooden floors, white wooden walls and white ceiling. Large panorama windows give a 270 degrees view to the ocean in the north and a spectacular alpine landscape with peaks reaching

3000 feet

THE ARCTIC CATHEDRAL The cathedral: Tromsdalen Church, also known as Ishavskatedralen (The Arctic Cathedral) was dedicated on November 19, 1965. Architect Jan Inge Hovig succeeded in creating a masterpiece. The cathedral is a landmark visible from the Tromsø Sound, the Tromsø Bridge and when landing in Tromsø by aircraft. The 11 aluminium-coated concrete

panels

SMALL GROUPS

This tour is conducted by Tromsø Lapland. We would like to invite you to visit our Sámi camp and join us for a family-friendly reindeer interaction tour surrounded by stunning scenery and

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

APPROVED BY VISIT TROMSO The Visit Tromsø-region AS launched the quality mark "Approved by Visit Tromsø" for our partners in the first quarter of 2020. With this you are now able to see the logo on cars, in shops and restaurant windows, on clothes and on our partners’ web sites. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

ARCTIC WILDLIFE

Arctic wildlife in Norway. Whales, huskies, sea eagles, seals, bears, wolfs, reindeer and so much more. There are plenty of animals in the Tromsø region, and some you will meet in the wild, whereas some you can meet up close and personal. HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

BUSSRING AS

Easiest way to safe transport. Bussring has a bus park consisting of 30 vehicles.The buses have a capacity of 15 to 55 passengers, depending on your needs.

TROMVIK LODGE

Tromvik Lodge was built in 2011 and is held in classical modern Scandinavian style with wooden floors, white wooden walls and white ceiling. Large panorama windows give a 270 degrees view to the ocean in the north and a spectacular alpine landscape with peaks reaching

3000 feet

AURORA SPIRIT DISTILLERY Aurora Spirit’s price winning visitor centre serves Northern Lights tourists Whisky, Aquavit and gin with water from a glacier as part of a complete Arctic experience.

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

APPROVED BY VISIT TROMSO The Visit Tromsø-region AS launched the quality mark "Approved by Visit Tromsø" for our partners in the first quarter of 2020. With this you are now able to see the logo on cars, in shops and restaurant windows, on clothes and on our partners’ web sites. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

ARCTIC WILDLIFE

Arctic wildlife in Norway. Whales, huskies, sea eagles, seals, bears, wolfs, reindeer and so much more. There are plenty of animals in the Tromsø region, and some you will meet in the wild, whereas some you can meet up close and personal. HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGION Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

BUSSRING AS

Easiest way to safe transport. Bussring has a bus park consisting of 30 vehicles.The buses have a capacity of 15 to 55 passengers, depending on your needs.

TROMVIK LODGE

Tromvik Lodge was built in 2011 and is held in classical modern Scandinavian style with wooden floors, white wooden walls and white ceiling. Large panorama windows give a 270 degrees view to the ocean in the north and a spectacular alpine landscape with peaks reaching

3000 feet

AURORA SPIRIT DISTILLERY Aurora Spirit’s price winning visitor centre serves Northern Lights tourists Whisky, Aquavit and gin with water from a glacier as part of a complete Arctic experience. EXPLORING THE TROMSO REGION If you have enough time, we highly recommend exploring the region surrounding Tromsø. Within a three-hour radius of downtown Tromsø, you will find beautiful island paradises such as Sommarøy, Kvaløya and Senja. These are great places to experience the coastal culture and visit small fishing communities. APPROVED BY VISIT TROMSO The Visit Tromsø-region AS launched the quality mark "Approved by Visit Tromsø" for our partners in the first quarter of 2020. With this you are now able to see the logo on cars, in shops and restaurant windows, on clothes and on our partners’ web sites. HELLA | VISIT TROMSO Excellent fishing from the rocks (NB! Look after the children). Old, restored houses moved from Tromsø. Fantastic view to the island of Ryøya in the current, and to the 1200m/4000ft high Bentsjordtindan mountains. Hellastua café: opened every Sunday from 11:00 to 1700. Address: Hella, 9106 Tromsø. Email: carolehella@yahoo.fr. Email

address

HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

ARCTIC WILDLIFE

Arctic wildlife in Norway. Whales, huskies, sea eagles, seals, bears, wolfs, reindeer and so much more. There are plenty of animals in the Tromsø region, and some you will meet in the wild, whereas some you can meet up close and personal.

BUSSRING AS

Easiest way to safe transport. Bussring has a bus park consisting of 30 vehicles.The buses have a capacity of 15 to 55 passengers, depending on your needs.

SHOPPING IN TROMSO

Shopping in Tromsø. Shopping in Tromsø, you will find everything from local produce and delicacies, to souvenir shops or high fashion. In the main street of Tromsø you will find several shops among restaurants and cozy cafés. Nerstranda shopping centre is in the middle of the city centre, and Jekta shopping centre is not far from

the airport.

WEATHER AND NORTHERN LIGHTS FORECAST Weather in Tromsø and the region. Stay updated on the weather in Tromsø and the region, as well as getting the latest Northern Lights forecast. In Tromsø the weather can change quickly so it is important to be prepared if you are going out on tours and activities. CLOTHING - WHAT TO WEAR IN TROMSO Autumn and winter (September – April) Warm clothing is key to a good and comfortable stay in Tromsø during winter. Think wool clothing closest to your body and then supply with layers of warm and dry sweaters and jackets. Don’t forget to bring warm shoes, gloves, scarfs and hats. If you come from warmer countries or do not wish to

carry a

ROAD CONDITIONS AROUND TROMSO Driving in summer. Summer driving is fine here. In early summer (May and early June) some snow showers can still occur on the mountain passes. These usually melt within a few hours but you should be prepared to wait it out. In some areas, there can be a good

VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

EXPLORING THE TROMSO REGION If you have enough time, we highly recommend exploring the region surrounding Tromsø. Within a three-hour radius of downtown Tromsø, you will find beautiful island paradises such as Sommarøy, Kvaløya and Senja. These are great places to experience the coastal culture and visit small fishing communities. APPROVED BY VISIT TROMSO The Visit Tromsø-region AS launched the quality mark "Approved by Visit Tromsø" for our partners in the first quarter of 2020. With this you are now able to see the logo on cars, in shops and restaurant windows, on clothes and on our partners’ web sites.

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

SPECIAL DAYS, EVENTS AND HOLIDAYS IN TROMSO Details of Christmas, Easter, Norwegian National Day and other special holiday events in Tromso. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

BUSSRING AS

Easiest way to safe transport. Bussring has a bus park consisting of 30 vehicles.The buses have a capacity of 15 to 55 passengers, depending on your needs. FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGIONVISIT TROMSO NORWAYTRAVEL TO TROMSO NORWAYTRIPADVISOR TROMSO NORWAYTROMSO NORWAY ATTRACTIONSLOCATION OF TROMSO NORWAYTROMSO NORWAY MAP Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

SMALL GROUPS

This tour is conducted by Tromsø Lapland. We would like to invite you to visit our Sámi camp and join us for a family-friendly reindeer interaction tour surrounded by stunning scenery and

VISIT TROMSO

Visit Tromso is the official tourist information site for all your Northern Lights and Midnight Sun tours and Tromso regional

information.

EXPLORING THE TROMSO REGION If you have enough time, we highly recommend exploring the region surrounding Tromsø. Within a three-hour radius of downtown Tromsø, you will find beautiful island paradises such as Sommarøy, Kvaløya and Senja. These are great places to experience the coastal culture and visit small fishing communities. APPROVED BY VISIT TROMSO The Visit Tromsø-region AS launched the quality mark "Approved by Visit Tromsø" for our partners in the first quarter of 2020. With this you are now able to see the logo on cars, in shops and restaurant windows, on clothes and on our partners’ web sites.

FISHING IN TROMSO

Fishing in Norway has been part of the culture for over a thousand years, and still is for many. Northern Norway has some of the world’s richest oceans and Tromsø is the biggest fishing municipality in the county of Troms, as well as one of the biggest in

the country.

HOW TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN TROMSO A Northern Lights Chase is usually in a vehicle where you meet at a central place in Tromsø in the early evening or late afternoon and then drive to find the lights. If the sky is clear and there is a strong forecast for Northern Lights that night you might not need to drive far. However if the weather is cloudy your chase might involve a

bit

SPECIAL DAYS, EVENTS AND HOLIDAYS IN TROMSO Details of Christmas, Easter, Norwegian National Day and other special holiday events in Tromso. NORTHERN LIGHTS CYCLES Despite their efforts, the scientists have not found any correlation between the 11-year solar cycles and actual observations of the Northern Lights in the area around the Northern Lights Oval. When the well known British actress Joanna Lumley visited Tromsø and Northern Norway in 2008, she saw several powerful and magical outbreaks of the

BUSSRING AS

Easiest way to safe transport. Bussring has a bus park consisting of 30 vehicles.The buses have a capacity of 15 to 55 passengers, depending on your needs. FERRIES AND EXPRESS BOATS AROUND THE TROMSO REGIONVISIT TROMSO NORWAYTRAVEL TO TROMSO NORWAYTRIPADVISOR TROMSO NORWAYTROMSO NORWAY ATTRACTIONSLOCATION OF TROMSO NORWAYTROMSO NORWAY MAP Travel time is 35 minutes. The ferrie between Gryllefjord and Andenes usually operates from end of May till end of August and is run by Senja Fergene. Travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes. See all ferry times here. A lot of the ferries in Troms county is run by Torghatten Nord. See information and timetables for Torghatten Nord here.

SMALL GROUPS

This tour is conducted by Tromsø Lapland. We would like to invite you to visit our Sámi camp and join us for a family-friendly reindeer interaction tour surrounded by stunning scenery and TROMSØ'S OFFICIAL TOURIST AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Tourist Information core opening hours are Monday-Friday 9 am and 3 pm. In peak seasons (both summer and winter), we have longer opening hours including weekends. Opening hours can be affected by public holidays. We are here to make your trip unforgettable. Come and talk to us, and book you Arctic Adventure today. HOW TO TRAVEL TO TROMSO Whether you are spending a weekend in Tromsø, or several days, there is a lot to see and do both in the city and in the surrounding region. Our activity selection consists of activities from museum visits and beer tasting, to dog sledding or chasing the Northern Lights hours away from the city lights. Have a look around, and don't hesitate to

BUSSRING AS

Easiest way to safe transport. Bussring has a bus park consisting of 30 vehicles.The buses have a capacity of 15 to 55 passengers, depending on your needs.

ARCTIC WILDLIFE

Arctic wildlife in Norway. Whales, huskies, sea eagles, seals, bears, wolfs, reindeer and so much more. There are plenty of animals in the Tromsø region, and some you will meet in the wild, whereas some you can meet up close and personal. 10 REASONS TO VISIT TROMSO IN WINTER We give you 10 reasons to visit Tromsø during winter. 1. Great location. Tromsø is located in the middle of the Northern Lights Oval, which is the area with the highest probability of seeing the lights. This means that there will always be good chances of Northern Lights, regardless of the sun’s cycles. This natural phenomenon can

be

THE POLAR MUSEUM

Following its establishment as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 19th century, Tromsø became a base for many polar expeditions. The Polar Museum preserves and conveys stories related to this aspect of the history of Tromsø and the Arctic. GUIDELINES FOR WHALE WATCHING IN TROMSO Minimum speed should be kept from 100m and idle speed from 50m from a situation. Keep quiet. Whales may approach the boat, which is fine, but go to engine neutral and only re-engage if the whale has clearly passed. Turn engine off if appropriate. Avoid sudden acceleration/change in boat direction. Whales will not always react

fast enough if

AURORA SPIRIT DISTILLERY Aurora Spirit’s price winning visitor centre serves Northern Lights tourists Whisky, Aquavit and gin with water from a glacier as part of a complete Arctic experience. PRIVATE SUMMER KVALØYA FJORD TOUR MERCEDES V CLASS This tour is conducted by Northern Norway Travel. Explore the "whale island" Kvaløya to see Arctic wildlife, endless fjords and stunning mountains in your private Mercedes V Class with your own driver and English-speaking guide (max 5 seats). PRIVAT SUMMER KVALØYA FJORD TUR MERCEDES V CLASS …TRANSLATE THIS

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Kom med oss til Kvaløya for å oppleve uendelige fjorder, fantastiske fjell og utallige øyer og holmer, og lær om arktisk dyreliv og kultur. (Privat tur for 1- 5 personer).

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MÅLSELV SENJA HARSTAD LYNGENFJORD KVALØYA/SOMMARØY TROMSØ

Kvaløya/Sommarøy

Tromsø

Lyngenfjord

Harstad

Senja

Målselv

WINTER WONDERLAND

Book your next adventure here Till we meet again, please feel free to dream about all the beautiful things you can experience here. Hope to see you soon! Read about covid-19 travel advice here

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4 things you CAN DO even though you can’t travel

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10 reasons to visit Tromsø in winter

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How to photograph the Northern Lights

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Christmas and New Years in Tromsø

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Holiday opening hours

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Caring for Tromsø

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Film magic in the Polar Night

SLEEP TIGHT

Spend the night in city hotels, live like the locals in apartments and holiday houses or combine fun activities with spending the..

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WINE AND DINE

Enjoy everything from local delicacies, international kitchens, fresh brewed coffee and new food experiences in Tromsø.

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TROMSØ PASS

Buy your ticket to Tromsø experiences at the Tourist Information office. The Tromsø pass includes entrance to several attractions as..

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ACTIVITIES

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Arctic wildlife in Norway

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Boat tours in Tromsø

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Fishing in Tromsø

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