The “Paris of the north,” Tromsø is an inviting, comfortable town of 70,000 (and the largest north of the Arctic Circle). It’s a great base to tour northern Norway in the summer and perhaps the best place to see the northern lights, with easy flight connections, lots of lodging choices, and plenty to do when you are not out chasing the aurora.
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Eat & Drink
Emma’s Under and Emma’s Dream Kitchen Tromso
These are among the most popular places to eat in Tromso. Emma's Under is more of a cafe a…
Olhallen
Oldest bar in Tromso with 72 beers on tap. It can get crowded so you might want to get the…
Fiskekompaniet
One thing you will find is that if you are eating on Sunday many paces are closed. This on…
Roast
This is the restaurant in the recommended Scandic Ishavshotel. They offer good food and se…
Rorbua Pub
This pub has been around for 40+ years. Apparently the interior is the setting of one of N…
See
Fjellheisen (Tromso cable car)
Just across the water from downtown Tromsø is a cable car that goes up 421 meters for a great view of the city from…
Arctic cathedral
A somewhat unique modern "cathedral" across the water from Tromso near the cable car. It's…
Tromso Museums
There are several and none are blockbuster - but adds to the interest of Tromso as a place to visit when not out seeking…
Do
Tromso Dog Sledding
Dog sledding is another popular Tromso attraction. There needs to be enough snow - so won't open till December. The dogs sure seem to…
Whale watch in Tromso
A whale watching trip is a great way to get out on the beautiful water around Tromso. Ther…
Reindeer and Sami culture
Visit a Sami camp and herd of reindeer - you can do reindeer sledging as well. There ar…