Troms and Finnmark

100 Attractions and Unique Experiences in Troms and Finnmark

Discover Norway’s northernmost treasures — from Sámi traditions and fjord safaris to midnight sun kayaking and aurora nights

Alta Rock Carvings – prehistoric petroglyphs at the World Heritage Rock Art Centre
Karasjok Sámi Museum – largest collection of traditional Sámi clothing and architecture
Hammerfest Museum of Reconstruction – WWII history and post-war rebuilding exhibits
Tromsø Polar Museum – stories of Arctic hunting, science, and polar expeditions
Tromsø Perspektivet Museum – exhibitions on contemporary life and cultural diversity

Nordkapp Plateau – Europe’s northernmost viewpoint with midnight sun and polar night
Lyngen Alps – dramatic peaks and glaciers ideal for hiking and ski touring
Nordreisa Reisa National Park – deep canyons, waterfalls, and salmon rivers
Porsanger Stabbursdalen National Park – world’s northernmost pine forest
Vardø Varanger Peninsula – Arctic tundra and birdwatching cliffs

Senja Segla Hike – iconic mountain trail with panoramic fjord views
Berlevåg Sea Kayaking – paddle along rugged Arctic coastlines
Tromsø Fjord Cruise – scenic boat tours with wildlife spotting
Hasvik Deep Sea Fishing – halibut and cod excursions off Sørøya
Loppa Øksfjordjøkelen Glacier – hike to one of Norway’s largest mainland glaciers

Trøndelag Region – sample reindeer meat, cloudberry ice cream, and cheeses from Europe’s Gastronomy Region 2022
Hardanger Cider Cruise – sail through fjords while tasting award-winning local ciders
Røros Food Safari – explore this UNESCO town’s artisanal food scene with local guides
Kristiansund Clipfish Museum – learn about Norway’s dried cod legacy and taste bacalao
Gvarv Fruit Village – indulge in apple juice, plum wine, and farm-fresh berries
Under Restaurant (Lindesnes) – dine beneath the sea in the world’s largest underwater restaurant
Hol Ysteri Cheese Tasting – try goat cheeses from eight local producers in a mountain village
Bergen Fish Market – feast on fresh seafood at one of Norway’s oldest culinary hubs
Sámi Reindeer Feast (Kautokeino) – enjoy traditional dishes around a fire with storytelling
Fårikål Day (Nationwide) – celebrate Norway’s national dish of lamb and cabbage every September

Tromsø Whale Watching – spot humpbacks and orcas in Arctic waters
Dovrefjell Musk Ox Safari – hike with guides to see Ice Age survivors in the wild
Pasvik Valley Brown Bear Tracking – explore bear habitats near the Russian border
Varanger Bird Cliffs – observe puffins, guillemots, and sea eagles in dramatic coastal settings
Røst Island Puffin Colony – visit one of Norway’s largest seabird nesting sites
Reindeer Herding Experience (Karasjok) – join Sámi herders for seasonal migration insights
Gjesværstappan Nature Reserve – boat tour to one of Norway’s richest bird habitats
Alta Sled Dog Kennel Visit – meet huskies and learn about Arctic racing traditions
Øvre Pasvik National Park – remote wilderness with lynx, moose, and rare flora
King Crab Safari (Kirkenes) – catch and feast on giant crustaceans from the Barents Sea

Midnight Sun (May–July) – experience 24-hour daylight in Northern Norway
Northern Lights (Sept–March) – chase auroras from Tromsø, Alta, and Svalbard
Spring Reindeer Calving (Finnmark) – witness newborns in tundra landscapes
Autumn Color Hikes (Lyngen Alps) – trek through fiery foliage and crisp air
Winter Snowshoeing (Sørøya) – explore Arctic terrain under polar twilight
Summer Glacier Kayaking (Lyngenfjord) – paddle past icefalls and turquoise waters
Christmas Markets (Tromsø & Alta) – festive stalls with Sámi crafts and Arctic treats
Spring Waterfall Season (Northern Fjords) – see snowmelt cascades at full force
Berry Foraging (August) – pick cloudberries, blueberries, and lingonberries in the wild
New Year’s Eve in the Arctic – celebrate under fireworks and Northern Lights