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Tromso

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Paris of the North

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. Most visitors come here to observe the northern lights and find that Tromso, located nearly 400 km (250 mi) north of the Arctic Circle, offers a surprising mix of tourist attractions including lively nightlife and an eclectic restaurant scene. Home to the world's northernmost university, the city boasts a diverse population of young students and highly skilled professionals staffing the region's research institutes. Surrounded by a pristine natural landscape of snowcapped mountain peaks, Tromso provides easy access to some of Norway's top hiking and skiing areas. Plan your vacation with our Norway attractions planner and discover the best things to do in Tromso.
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Top Tromso tours

Small-Group Aurora Hunt Northern Lights Tour from Tromso BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $216
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Duration: 8 hours
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Northern Lights Chase by Bus from Tromsø BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $117
4.9
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Duration: 6 to 10 hours
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From Tromso all-inclusive Bird and Arctic Wildlife Sightseeing cruise BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $93
4.8
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Duration: 5 hours
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Nature & Wildlife Tours
4.5
Duration: 5 hours
The Polar Museum
3.9
Duration: 3 hours
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Dolphin & Whale Watching
4.3
Duration: 4 hours
Polaria
2.2
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Tromso

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The Arctic Cathedral
Tromsdalen
3.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Segla
Senja
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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69NORD Sommaroy Outdoor Center
Sommaroy
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
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Northern Light Dog Adventure
Nordkjosbotn
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Tromso

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Arctic Escape
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
Tromso Botaniske Hage
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Boat Tours & Water Sports
2.7
Duration: 2 hours
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Tromsø Museum – Universitetsmuseet
4.0
Duration: 2 hours

Museums in Tromso

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Perspektivet Museum
4.2
Duration: 2 hours
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Profil Glassdesign
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
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Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum
4.1
Duration: 30 minutes
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Lone Slydahl
4.6
Duration: 30 minutes

Tours in Tromso

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Speed Boats Tours
4.8
Duration: 3 hours
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NorthernShots Tours
4.4
Duration: 6 hours
City Walk Day Tours
5.0
Duration: 2 hours

Wildlife in Tromso

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Polar Charter
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
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Places to visit with Tromso

Bodo BEST FOR: Scenic Walking Area, Military Museum, History Museum
Svolvaer BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, Water Sport, Fishing Charter / Tour
Alta BEST FOR: Natural History Museum, Church, Nature / Wildlife Tour
Harstad BEST FOR: Church, Hiking Trail, Water Park
Mosjoen BEST FOR: Flea Market, Hiking Trail, Religious Site
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