Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic
Tromsø, the Arctic Capital
Excursion
Price from $199
Difficulty level
Level 3: Active - good mobility needed
Booking code
HR-TOS5A
Duration
3h 30min
Notes
Read the practical information below
Enjoy a guided bus tour around Tromsø and learn more about its history
Ride the cable car up a nearby mountain for spectacular views of Tromsø
Admire the architecture and stained-glass window of the Arctic Cathedral
Visit the Full Steam coastal museum and learn more about Norway’s maritime heritage
Due to the renovation and rebuilding of Fjellheisen (the cable car in Tromsø), Fjellheisen is not suitable for wheelchair users and guests with reduced mobility at all. There is a long flight of stairs at the top of Fjellheisen and no passenger lift available at the moment.
The base for many Arctic expeditions of old, Tromsø is rich in both culture and history. As part of this excursion, you’ll get to see some of the main attractions of the third-largest city north of the Arctic Circle.
Your tour begins with a ride up Tromsø’s famous cable car to the top of Mount Storsteinen (420m or 1.377ft above sea level). Get your bearings as you take in the spectacular views across the city and the fjords, mountains, and islands that surround it. Explore the plateau or have a snack while you admire the view from Fjellstua restaurant.
Next, we make our way to the magnificent Arctic Cathedral. Dominated by glass mosaic windows, the structure was inspired by Arctic nature and today stands as an icon of the Tromsø skyline.
Our final stop is Full Steam, the world’s northernmost coastal museum, where you can take a deep dive into the region’s maritime heritage. You’ll learn more about the history, culture, and traditions of the Sea Sami, and their deep connection to the ocean and Arctic environment. You can also admire unique maritime artefacts and read stories of the sailors who braved the treacherous northern waters. Before you leave, be sure to stop by the Northern Lights exhibition to marvel at the aurora through the lens of renowned Norwegian photographers.
Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.
Practical information
Disembarking/embarking port: Tromsø
Available period: January 2–December 30, except May 17 and December 24–26
Transportation: Bus
Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing