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Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Alta, Northern Norway
Roll on over to the Alta rocks to check out the UNESCO World Heritage Site carvings. There are thousands of these fascinating archaeological remains, which detail images of animals, and scenes of hunter/gatherer life. Alta is also home to the northernmost ice hotel in Europe, an utterly majestic masterpiece replete with ice chandeliers, chairs and even beds.
Restaurants in Alta
1. Omdal Farm
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Experience the nature and silence surrounded by snowclad mountains in the valley of Mathisdalen. In a sleigh drawn by the norwegian fjord horse, the breed that is known from the disney movie Frozen. If luck is with us the aurora borealis may appear. The ride is 30 to 40 minutes long, and you can snuggle up under warm blankets. You will also have the upportunity to see and say hallo to our norwegian short tale sheep when we return back to the farm. Our sheep have the upportunity to be outside all year long, and in the summertime they lives side by side to the reindeer up in the mountains. Our experienced guides will pick you up at your location in Alta and bring you to our farm. Approximately 30 min. drive. The price includes hot beverage and snacks served inside the lavvo infront of the fireplace. Warm clothing provided if needed. Restroom availible for our guests.
Reviewed By MikeNomad007 - Galway, Ireland
Omdal Gard is situated in a beautiful valley of Mathisdalen with amazing scenery, gorgeous mountains and raw nature all around you! Marit and her whole family welcomed me there and made me feel like at home! All of them there are very kind, loving folks! :) Hiking, Horseback riding, helping on the farm with bunch of different farm animals was amazing and valuable experience for me! Missing this place and the whole family a lot! Hoping to come for a visit soon! :)
2. Alta Museum - World Heritage Rock Art Centre
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4.5 based on 560 reviews
WORLD HERITAGE ROCK ART CENTRE - ALTA MUSEUM Experience one of Northern Europe's largest rock carving sites, inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage list. The carvings were made by hunters and gatherers, the oldest carvings are over 7000 years. The rock art park is available in the snow free period. The museum is open all year and features exhibitions on rock art in Alta and other cultural history exhibitions. Temporary exhibitions on themes such as the Northern Lights, angling and art exhibitions. Cafe with a panoramic view over the Altafjord and souvenir shop. Guided tours for groups by prior arrangement. Audioguides available in Norwegian, English, German and French.
Reviewed By mberlin2015 - Berlin, Germany
I passed through Alta on my way to the Nordkapp. This is one of the few UNESCO world heritage sites in Norway and absolutely not to be missed. Take an hour or two and walk down the path from the museum towards the more than 5000 years old stone carvings -- the artistry is really astonishing - and there are lots of carvings ... lots , and lots ! Spend a few quid extra for the Audio guide the audio descriptions are phenomenal and make for the best experience.
3. Northern Lights Observatory at Haldde
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
4. Kafjord Church
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Kafjord Kirke (1836) is a long church, built in an English-inspired neo-Gothic style. The history of the church is closely linked to the copper mines. Alta’s oldest standing church is open to the public during the summer. Located east of the E6 in Kafjord, 20 km from Alta.
5. Bubbelen
6. Sami Siida
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
SAMI SIIDA IS YOUR GATE TO SAPMI! Genuine experience of sami culture, traditions and way of life. Meet the reindeerherders for a Reindeer ride, experience reindeersledding with the northern lights mystery, try reindeersledding on your own on a short lane at Siida, try other outdoor activities like Lasso trawing and feeding Reindeers, listen to storytelling and traditional way of singing(joik)- and of course traditional Sami food experience in the surroundings of Sami reindeer camp.
Reviewed By CKE2102 - Washington DC, United States
Amazing dinner. We had the finnbiff, schnitzel and bidus. Also had multekrem for dessert. Everything was delicious. Prices reasonable. Ambiance was also lovely. Definitely recommend this restaurant.
7. Northern Lights Cathedral
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4.5 based on 388 reviews
Reviewed By Davvebiegga - Germany, null
I am completely non-religious, but I like to visit churches in the Nordic countries. The rather new church is really very particular and unusual. There is a small entrance fee and you can also purchase a ticket for the very interesting Northern Lights Museum in the basement of the church.
8. Alta Church
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4.0 based on 86 reviews
Alta Church is located in Bossekop and is a long church of wood/timber with a rear gallery, originally built in 1858 in an English-inspired neo-Gothic style.
Reviewed By SouthBucksTraveller
Worth a visit to see the inside as well as the outside. we did it in snow which made it look even better
9. Elvebakken Church
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2.5 based on 2 reviews
Elvebakken Church was built in 1964 as a long church with a rear organ gallery and an adjoining vestry.
10. Talvik Church
Talvik Kirke – Originates from the oldest church built in the Alta Fjord area (late 17th century), on the island of aroya, east Altafjord. Open during the summer.
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