Tromso Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

Where to stay

Hotels in Tromso

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Bustad

1510 Straumsvegen | Tromso, 9105, NO

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Volda Floating Home

Fjordvegen 1401 | Tromso, 9100, NO

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Tromsø City Apartments

5 Storsteinnesvegen | Tromso, 9020, NO

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24hrs Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise

Sjøgata | Tromso, 9000, NO

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Enter Tromsø Ultimate Luxury - Jacuzzi & Sauna

2 Prestenggata | Tromso, 9008, NO

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Northern Light Apartments - Nyholmen Luxury Penthouse B

Hjalmar Johansens Gate 314 | Tromso, 9006, NO

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Arctic Nine - Room nr 3 - Central room on the island

Anton Iversens Veg 25 Bolig | Tromso, 9009, NO

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Enter Tromsø - Historic Arctic Apartments

11 Prestenggata | Tromso, 9008, NO

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At a glance

Climate

Subarctic

Languages

Norwegian and English

Local currency

NOK (NOK)

Local time

04:48 (GMT+2)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

4 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

City Center

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

Not expected, appreciated

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 75 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Reindeer Stew Arctic Char Cloudberry Dessert Fiskesuppe

When to visit Tromso

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: December Busiest: Oct-Mar

Jan

85

Cold, dark, snowy
Feb

88

Cold, snowy, NL
Mar

80

Cold, lighter, snow
Apr

60

Cool, snow melts
May

55

Cool, spring bloom
Jun

70

Mild, midnight sun
Jul

75

Mildest, midnight sun
Aug

65

Cool, long days
Sept

70

Cool, autumn colours
Oct

80

Cold, dark, NL returns
Nov

85

Cold, dark, snowy
Dec

90

Cold, dark, festive

85

Jan Cold, dark, snowy

88

Feb Cold, snowy, NL

80

Mar Cold, lighter, snow

60

Apr Cool, snow melts

55

May Cool, spring bloom

70

Jun Mild, midnight sun

75

Jul Mildest, midnight sun

65

Aug Cool, long days

70

Sept Cool, autumn colours

80

Oct Cold, dark, NL returns

85

Nov Cold, dark, snowy

90

Dec Cold, dark, festive

Things to do in Tromso

8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

1 place

Dog Sledding Adventure

Outskirts 4 hrs

Experience the thrill of mushing your own team of huskies through the snowy Arctic landscape.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

1 place

Reindeer Sledding & Sami Culture

Outskirts 4 hrs

Engage with Sami culture, feed reindeer, and enjoy traditional storytelling around a fire.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

2 places

Northern Lights Chase

Outskirts 5 hrs

Embark on an evening tour to hunt for the magical Aurora Borealis in the dark Arctic sky.

Outdoors Good for children

Midnight Sun Cruise

Harbor 3 hrs

Experience the surreal phenomenon of the sun never setting on a scenic fjord cruise.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

4 places

Arctic Cathedral (Tromsdalen Church)

Tromsdalen 1 hr

Admire the iconic modern architecture and stained glass of Tromsø's landmark church.

Indoors Good for children

Fjellheisen Cable Car

Tromsdalen 2 hrs

Ascend to Storsteinen mountain for panoramic views of Tromsø and surrounding fjords.

Outdoors Good for children

Polaria Arctic Experience Centre

City Center 2 hrs

Explore Arctic wildlife, climate, and environmental challenges, featuring bearded seals.

Indoors Good for children

Polar Museum

City Center 2 hrs

Delve into the history of Arctic hunting, trapping, and polar expeditions from Tromsø.

Indoors Good for children

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Tromso — First-Timer Highlights

Discover the Arctic capital's unique blend of nature, culture, and vibrant city life.

This 3-day itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors eager to experience the best of Tromso, from its stunning fjords and majestic Northern Lights to its rich polar history and charming city center. Explore iconic landmarks, delve into Arctic culture, and soak in the breathtaking landscapes that define this Norwegian gem.

3 Days 15 Stops

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