7 days in Tromso Itinerary

The cultural and economic hub of northern Norway, Tromso boasts a historical city center containing one of the highest concentrations of wooden houses in Europe.

Get a sense of the local culture at The Arctic Cathedral and Troll Museum. Visit Elverhoy Kirke and Skansen for their historical value. Change things up with these side-trips from Tromso: Northern Light Dog Adventure (in Nordkjosbotn) and Balsfjord Fjordmuseum (in Balsfjord Municipality). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at Tromsø Museum – Universitetsmuseet, take in the views from Tromso Bridge, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Polaria, and take in the exciting artwork at Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum.

For reviews, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Tromso itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Belgium, the closest major aiport is Tromsø Airport. In January, daytime highs in Tromso are -1°C, while nighttime lows are -7°C.