Things To Do in Norway, Restaurants in Norway
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The 7 Best Nature & Wildlife Tours in Narvik, Northern Norway
Narvik (help·info) (Norwegian) or Áhkanjárga (Northern Sami) is the third-largest town and municipality in Nordland county, Norway by population. The administrative centre of the municipality is the town of Narvik. Other villages in the municipality include Ankenesstranda, Beisfjord, Bjerkvik, Bjørnfjell, Elvegård, Skjomen, Håkvik, Hergot, Straumsnes, and Vidrek. The Elvegårdsmoen army camp is located near Bjerkvik.
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Top 8 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Alesund, Western Norway
Perched at the top of Norway’s Western Fjord country, picture-perfect Alesund is spread over several islands stretching into the Atlantic, with the spectacular Sunnmøre Mountains as a backdrop. If its natural beauty doesn’t grab you, its architecture surely will: After an early 20th-century fire destroyed much of the town, Alesund was rebuilt in absolute Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) glory. Learn the history at Aalesunds Museum, or visit one of the world’s largest aquariums, the Atlanterhavsparken.
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What to do and see in Reine, Northern Norway: The Best Multi-day Tours
Reine is a fishing village and the administrative centre of the municipality of Moskenes in Nordland county, Norway. It is located on the island of Moskenesøya in the Lofoten archipelago, above the Arctic Circle, about 300 kilometres (190 mi) southwest of the town of Tromsø. The 0.29-square-kilometre (72-acre) village has a population (2013) of 307. The population density is 1,059 inhabitants per square kilometre (2,740/sq mi). Reine Church is located here and it serves the northern part of the municipality.
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10 Bars & Clubs in Vågen That You Shouldn't Miss
The colorful Norwegian city of Bergen is also a gateway to majestic fjords. Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf will give you a sense of the local culture – take some time to snap photos of the Hanseatic commercial buildings, which look like scenery from a movie set. Don’t breathe too deeply when you visit the outdoor fish market, a reminder of the city’s role in early fish trade. Ferry across a fjord to Lysøen, where the former villa of 19th-century composer Ole Bull will captivate you with fairytale charm.
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What to do and see in Vinterbro, Eastern Norway: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Vinterbro, Norway including Da Vinci-broen, TusenFryd, Nordby Church, Vinterbro Senter, Breivoll Strand.
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The 7 Best Nature & Parks in Gjovik Municipality, Eastern Norway
Discover the best top things to do in Gjovik Municipality, Norway including Totenasen, Fastland Friluftsbad, Gjovik Miljohestesenter, Hovdebakken, Glomstadbukta, Hugulia, Mjostrakk.
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Things to do in Central Norway, Central Norway: The Best Mountains
The central Norwegian area of Trondelag has its ideological capital in Trondheim, founded by Viking king Olaf Tryggvason in the 10th century and the seat of Norway's power until the 13th. Today, it's still the country's third-largest city, a university town with a rich culture. Trondelag's western offshore islands of Hitra and Froya are popular for outdoor adventures like camping, hiking, biking, snorkeling and scuba diving. They are also one of the world's best spots for deep sea fishing.
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The 10 Best Hiking & Camping Tours in Nordland, Northern Norway
Typified by steep mountains and the flat lowlands where they meet the Norwegian Sea, Nordland is known for its stunning scenery. The Lofoten Islands off the mainland are considered among the world's best for travelers and include unique attractions like the Lofotr Viking Museum at Borg. Saltstraumen near Bodo has the world's strongest tidal current. Further south, Vega has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its age-old lifestyle of fishing and eider duck down harvesting.
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Top 10 Fishing Charters & Tours in Hordaland, Western Norway
Lying at the heart of Norway’s Western Fjord area, Hordaland is home to culturally rich Bergen, the country’s second largest city. Hardangerfjord, Norway’s second-longest fjord (and the third-longest in the world), is here too, and cruising along its scenic 110 miles is a top area activity. Leirvik, the second-biggest town in Hordaland, has the interesting open-air Sunnhordland Folk Museum. Set atop one of the country’s biggest glaciers, Folgefonna National Park has a popular summer ski center.
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What to do and see in Stavanger Municipality, Western Norway: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Discover the best top things to do in Stavanger Municipality, Norway including SocialCooking, Broremann Bar, GOSTA, Go Stavanger, Real Escape Game, Bardello, Norwegian Petroleum Museum, The Irishman, Solvberget bibliotek og kulturhus, Breidablikk, Norwegian Canning Museum.
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10 Shopping in Hamar Municipality That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Hamar Municipality, Norway including Vinyl & Kaffe - Hamar, Kunstbanken Hedmark Kunstsenter, Hamar Sagbladfabrikk, Maxi Storsenter, Stubberud Gaard, Elverum Art Gallery, Gallery 22, Galleri EKG, ATH Flora Design, Hedmark Artists' Center (Hedmark Kunstnersenter).
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10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Oslo That You Shouldn't Miss
The 1000-year-old Norwegian capital sits at the head of Oslo Fjord. This stunning setting gives hints of the wild wonders that lie just beyond the city. From taking in visual delights at Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum, the Munch Museum and Holmenkollen, to the challenging content within the new Nobel Peace Centre and the Holocoust Center, Oslo offers plenty of food for thought. The Oslo Pass allows free travel on public transport, free parking and many museum and sight admissions.
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Things to do in Oslo, Eastern Norway: The Best Nature & Wildlife Tours
The 1000-year-old Norwegian capital sits at the head of Oslo Fjord. This stunning setting gives hints of the wild wonders that lie just beyond the city. From taking in visual delights at Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum, the Munch Museum and Holmenkollen, to the challenging content within the new Nobel Peace Centre and the Holocoust Center, Oslo offers plenty of food for thought. The Oslo Pass allows free travel on public transport, free parking and many museum and sight admissions.
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What to do and see in Lebesby Municipality, Northern Norway: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Lebesby Municipality, Norway including Arctic Coast, Davvi Siida, Foldalbruket, The Finnkirka Church, Lebesby Tourist Information, Kjollefjord Tourist Information.
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The 10 Best Architectural Buildings in Western Norway, Norway
Western Norway (Norwegian: Vestlandet, Vest-Norge, Vest-Noreg) is the region along the Atlantic coast of southern Norway. It consists of the counties Rogaland, Hordaland, Sogn og Fjordane, and Møre og Romsdal. The region has a population of approximately 1.3 million people. The largest city is Bergen and the second-largest is Stavanger. Historically the regions of Agder, Vest-Telemark, Hallingdal, Valdres and northern parts of Gudbrandsdal have been included in Western Norway.
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The 6 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Kirkenes, Northern Norway
Far up in the northernmost stretch of Norway—even further North than the Arctic Circle—lies Kirkenes. As you might imagine, there’s plenty to do in the winter months. Ride a husky-drawn sled under the splendor of the Northern Lights. Say hi to the reindeer at a wildlife preserve or go on an ice fishing expedition. Enjoy a succulent meal of King crab and cap it all off with an ice-cold shot of vodka at the Snowhotel.
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The 10 Best Specialty Museums in Vest-Agder, Southern Norway
Discover the best top things to do in Vest-Agder, Norway including Minne Aseral kultursenter, Knaben Mining Museum, Lindesnes Kulturtorv, ARKIVET Peace and Human Rights Centre, Kristiansand Museum, Sogne Rural Museum, Mandal Museum, Setesdalsbanen, Sjolingstad Woollen Mill, Odderoya Museumshavn.
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Top 6 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Alta Municipality, Northern Norway
Discover the best top things to do in Alta Municipality, Norway including Tirpitz Museum, Alta Tourist Information, Sami Siida, Northern Lights Cathedral, Alta Church, Nordlysbadet.
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The 6 Best Things to do in Fraena Municipality, Western Norway
Discover the best top things to do in Fraena Municipality, Norway including Trollkirka, Jendemsfjellet, Fiskevaeret Bjornsund, Turstart, med utsikt mot sor-vest Kyststien i Bud, Eventyrlige Skaret Klokkargarden, Ergan Coastal Fort.
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The 5 Best Things to do in Balsfjord Municipality, Northern Norway
Discover the best top things to do in Balsfjord Municipality, Norway including Northern Light Dog Adventure, Balsfjord Fjordmuseum, Storsteinnes Baptist Church, Storsteinnes Chapel, R/S 38 Biskop Hvoslef.