They were moving their existing tourist information centre into a new purpose built space within the newly built tromso ferry and cruise terminal. Among others, tromso is home to two must see museums. Tromso guide 2020 all you need to know before you go with. Combine stunning scenery with an adrenalinefuelled adventure as you undertake a breathtaking journey across breivikeidet. Large tromso maps for free download and print high. Mar 11, 2017 but its a bit tricky visiting tromso during christmas because much of the city shuts down and you arent left with a ton of options. The tour tromso guide makes certain that you see the northern lights as they provide extensive scientific background and knowledge about the. Client visit tromso background at the asva conference in 2016 we were introduced to the team from visit tromso who were attending the conference. All you have to do is select the type of places youd like to include restaurants, museums, etc. N, the small city of tromso bills itself as norways gateway to the arctic, and theres definitely more than a hint of polar atmosphere around town. Nicknamed the gateway to the arctic due to being a launching point for polar expeditions, tromso provides numerous activities such as hiking and kayaking during summer, and skiing and dogsledding in winter, all in a backdrop of eyecatching scenery.
When lonely planet released their list of the best places in europe to visit in 2015, we gave a little cheer for not one, but two gorgeous nordic destinations receiving a nod. One of norways most innovative and experienced tour guides. This tour deliversa guide chooses a prime viewpoint according to the days weather and youll enjoy soup beside a firelit camp as you watch. Accessibility in tromso norway visit tromso visit tromso. Know about the monthly weather in tromso, major seasons, and when to expect discounts on your stay in tromso. Tromso international film festival frozen land moving. Visit tromso samuel arnesens gate 5, 9007 tromso, norway rated 4. Hurtigruten the norwegian coastal express visit norway. I saw them once on a february visit to tromso, and they were magnificent. At the start of this millennium, tromso suddenly realized that the northern lights really are something special to share with the rest of the world, and has since grown to be one of the most important northern lights destinations, with a large range of local operators offering their various northern lights excursions and snow based activities such as dog sledding. Tromso is easily northern norways biggest town, and has all the ingredients for a fantastic few days should you wish to stop here. Detailed and highresolution maps of tromso, norway for free download.
Most cruise ships offer shuttle busses to the tromsos town center. During this time, we will visit the worlds northernmost university, the university of tromso, hike to the top of floya mountain, and see some local. The city lies amongst a cluster of islands scattered off the northern coast, and the temperature remains fairly moderate all year round, especially in summer, despite the town being around 400km into the arctic circle. Founded as a center for herring fisheries, it is the chief city of northern norway. Cruise port guide tromso norway by cruise crocodile. Tromso international film festival has gained a steady audience in russia.
A city of northern norway on an offshore island in the arctic ocean. In this modern city in the arctic, nature and culture go hand in hand. Tromso fjords visit with chasing lights team tromso thank you to marius and alex for a great day trip to the fjord region to the west of tromso. Do you want to know when is the best time to visit tromso in the year. To enjoy the northern lights crossing narrow fjords while you are pulled by huskies through the arctic wilderness. You are also welcome to visit the tourist information office when you are in tromso and pick up a copy. Tromso is ideal for seeing the northern lights and has a modern mix of outdoor activities, a vibrant nightlife, and places to eat local food.
There are no less than 22 properties in tromso, so finding a decent room for your cheap vacation or luxury getaway wont be a drama. Travel guide to touristic destinations, museums and architecture in tromso. No sun in the sky will certainly be a new experience for us. Immerse yourself into worldclass art, exciting history, and mindbending science. Dec 17, 2015 issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. Visiting tromso 10 things you didnt know snowintromso.
Visit tromso is the official tourist information site for all your northern lights and midnight sun tours and tromso regional information. The english word fjord is actually a loan word from norwegian that originated in old norse and is used to describe a narrow elongated sea inlet that is usually surrounded by steep cliffs. In tromso in northern norway, you can hike under the midnight sun in. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in tromso, norway on tripadvisor. See the best attraction in tromso printable tourist map. Also many of our museums, galleries and science centres are fully accessible including the botanical garden only open in summer. We are looking forward to experiencing the polar light. Tromso has many activities on offer, from an aquarium and several quality museums to the worlds northernmost botanical garden. Visit tromso offers a number of useful maps and guides for the tromso region. All you need is a list of options on topics such as where to stay, what to eat, weather in tromso and places to visit in tromso and you can be guaranteed an awesome trip to tromso.
Hi, i am thinking of visiting tromso in february of next year and have a few questions 1 would this be a good time weather wise to visit and to see the nothern lights 2 how much do tours cost. So it makes sense to increase your chances of a sighting by joining a guided excursion, especially if youre only in tromso briefly. The first is the polar museum, which is stuffed excuse the pun with taxidermy and pelts, showcasing many of the daring expeditions that have taken place in this part of the world, as well as how explorers and locals alike cope with the conditions. Located right on the waterfront, ishavshotel offers panoramic views of tromso harbour, tromso bridge and the arctic cathedral, as well as easy access to local sights the polar museum is mere minutes away. Mar, 2020 are you traveling to tromso in northern norway. The magazine can also be downloaded as a pdf file at. Around 80,000 lively inhabitants live here on the edge of the arctic. Tromso city guide featuring 8 best travel tips from tromso locals that know their city inside out. Tromso where your arctic adventure begins visit norway. Tromso norway, the arctic city that has positioned itself to be the preferred destination for the northern lights travellers, but the city has so much more to offer where else in europe can you combine a day visit to an ice hotel with whale watching from a sailboat. The moon norway guidebook has everything you need to plan your trip.
Tromso tourism, tromso travel guide, must see places in. Norway offers many breathtaking glacial landscapes, and tromso fjord must be among the most impressive. Bus from tromso to narvik tromso forum tripadvisor. Theres a reason that so many european magazines and newspapers were buzzing a few years ago in 2014 about the northern lights. Tromso, the city in my heart where i was born and have spent most of my life, is located at 69north in the arctic part of norway. Tromso fjords 2020 all you need to know before you go with.
However, there are other things to do in tromso besides chasing the lights. We are not skiers, but have booked dogsledding and chasing the northern lights. Tromso city map 2016 by visit tromsoregion as issuu. When youre done, you can download your tromso travel guide to your phone or tablet, or print it as a pdf. Guidegunnar services visitors to northern norway from guides central in tromso. Here we give you the ultimate travel guide to tromso with everything you need to know on what to do summer and winter, the best sights, where to eat, and where to stay. The english word fjord is actually a loan word from norwegian that originated in old norse and is used to describe a narrow elongated sea inlet that is. Kimaflyktning, we are also spending three days in bergen prior to tromso.
The norwegian coastal express hurtigruten has sailed from port to port along one of the worlds most beautiful coastlines for more than 125 years. Below you will find an overview of the brochures that you can download or read online. Top 10 things to do and see in tromso, norway culture trip. Oct 06, 2019 theres a reason that so many european magazines and newspapers were buzzing a few years ago in 2014 about the northern lights. For more information on the city, where to stay and what to do, get my e. Head to a husky farm located in the snowsmothered wilderness of tromso, and then climb aboard your sleigh for an exhilarating ride. We spent four days in the city and can offer the following tips for visiting tromso.
Tromso is norways main hub north of the arctic circle and serves as an excellent base for seeing the majestic natural phenomenon. We went to hakoya first but missed seeing moose unfortunately then on to kaldfjord then the very pretty ersfjord then to tromvik. Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. A selection of short films from the festivals films from the north program is now ready for russian cinemas. The 15 best things to do in tromso updated 2020 must see.
Beautiful view of the northern lights from tromso, norway see more. New years eve tromso 2018 tromso message board tripadvisor. Well keep our third day free to roam around tromso. Easily share your publications and get them in front of issuus. Things to know about visiting tromso, norway during winter. Tromso is one of the best places to view the amazing colours of the northern lights. Get the free printable map of tromso printable tourist map or create your own tourist map. Tromso fjords all you need to know before you go updated. Tromso tourist information 2020 all you need to know before. The 15 best things to do in tromso 2020 with photos. Check out the best museums in tromso to visit in 2020. Here are 10 things to know about tromso whether youve already been or are still planning to visit.
So here are several things to know about visiting tromso, norway during winter. Jun 27, 2018 check out our guide to transport in tromso, which covers getting here, and how to move around the city once youre here. We stayed at scandic ishavshotel, an excellent alternative to the hulking radisson next door. Find the relevant tabs above and see what might be suitable for your group, look up their websites and fbpages and make contact if in doubt about offer. The 10 best things to do in tromso 2020 with photos. This dock is located about 5 km from the city center. Cannot comment on bars, but i would imagine quite a few will be open. In fact, it is like a veritable information packed handbook on tromso tourism. Tromso definition of tromso by the free dictionary. Tromso offers 2 docking locations for cruise ships. Apr 23, 2020 looking to get inspired on your trip to tromso. Leave plenty of time for sightseeing tours you wouldnt want to miss out on top attractions like this one and many more. And i was lucky enough to witness what is known as the solar maximum, a peak in activity in the suns 11year cycle.
With that said, you can still find things to do and places to eat, you just need to manage your expectations. Its not every week you get to go on vacation, so why not treat yourself to a few nights in a flashy room at the enter tromso apartments gronnegata 18 or the radisson blu hotel, tromso sjogata 7. Read more about this docks locations and facilities in the full tromso cruise port guide. Visit with the dogs free of charge, and you can enjoy a cup of coffee and delicious homemade cake. Delight in the wintery wonderland of norway on a 4. Explore tromso holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. The northern lights are notoriously hard to predict, even in tromso. Before you visit tromso, heres a quick checklist of important things to consider. A group of young women enjoying the view of tromso city, northern norway the. Few restaurants will be open so start looking and booking asap. We are hiring a car for the four days we are there so we can drive out and try and catch the northern lights can anyone recommend any other fun things to do whilst we are there. Guides central is a hub of fellow independent tour guides, created by. The 10 best things to do in tromso april 2020 with photos. Tromso synonyms, tromso pronunciation, tromso translation, english dictionary definition of tromso.
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