What to do and see in Troms, Northern Norway: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

January 29, 2022 Elouise Mccaul

From its snow-capped mountains to its mighty fjords, from grand valleys to tranquil lakes and lovely archipelagos, the county of Troms is bursting with natural wonders. To cap it off, it also plays host to the northern lights. Tromso, the capital, is the gateway to the region's rugged beauty, but with 65,000 people it's also a surprisingly rich city culturally, with many interesting museums and sites (including the world's northernmost botanical garden) and even a pulsing nightlife.
Restaurants in Troms

1. The Lyngen Alps

Tromso 9060 Norway https://www.visitnorway.com/places-to-go/northern-norway/the-lyngenfjord-region/
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5.0 based on 59 reviews

The Lyngen Alps

Reviewed By kripayoga - Thailand, null

Went by bus to Lyngen and was surprise that the boat ferry was free, luckily that day got a few hours of cream sky, and the pictures although portray the landscape the real view is better

2. Haaja

Nordvegen 65, Sommaroy 9110 Norway
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Haaja

3. Tromso Botaniske Hage

Breivika, Tromso Norway http://uit.no/om/enhet/tmu/botanisk
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4.5 based on 326 reviews

Tromso Botaniske Hage

Reviewed By Traveller1035

What a lovely surprise as only 500 metres from where our ship docked and free to enter. The Gardens are very colourful even on a dull, damp day. The flowers were amazing for a garden that suffers such extreme conditions, mid night sun, seven months under snow but still a vast variety of flowers. Made up for the miserable weather! Not to be missed when in Tromso.

4. Fjellheisen Tromso

Sollivegen 12 Tromsø, Tromso 9020 Norway +47 77 63 87 37 [email protected] http://www.fjellheisen.no
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4.5 based on 2,511 reviews

Fjellheisen Tromso

The Cable Car is Tromsø’s most popular tourist destination. It runs from Solliveien in Tromsdalen up to the mountain ledge Storsteinen. The lower station is located on Tromsø’s mainland, 50 m above sea level, while the upper station, Fjellstua, is situated at an altitude of 421 m above sea level. The trip up takes just four minutes. From the large outdoor terrace, you can enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of Tromsø and the virtually endless sight of islands, fjords, mountains and the open sea. Fjellheisen was built in 1961 by Brød­rene Jakob­sens Rederi, a local shipping company that was a major player in arctic hunting/trapping, fishing and expeditions to the arc­tic and Antarctic. The gondolas proudly convey this tradition by bearing the shipping company’s symbols: the polar bear and the seal.

Reviewed By GKTravellers - Harrogate, United Kingdom

We walked for 40 minutes from our Hurtigruten ship to the cable car. The adult return price was 230NOK and the cars go on the hour and half hour throughout the day. From the hilltop viewing platform we enjoyed panoramic views across the city of Tromso and the surrounding fjords and snow-capped mountains. We chose not to take any of the open hiking trails to higher spots due to the cold wind.

5. Perspektivet Museum

Storgata 95, Tromso 9008 Norway +47 77 60 19 10 [email protected] http://perspektivet.no
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4.5 based on 246 reviews

Perspektivet Museum

Themes from Tromso's past and present. Challenging temporary exhibits in a magnificent villa from 1838. Documentary photo exhibits. Operates the Folkeparken open air museum

Reviewed By PeteM959 - Norwich, United Kingdom

It’s free, just wander in. There were 3 really good exhibitions there when we went. Especially enjoyed the superb photos of 1960s Tromso by Knut Stokmo.

6. Trondenes Church

Trondenesveien 128, Harstad 9404 Norway +47 77 01 89 89 [email protected] http://en.visitharstad.com/things-to-do/attractions/trondenes-church-p1677473
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Trondenes Church

The world`s northernmost stone church, dating back to the late Middle Ages (1250). The church is set in scenic surroundings and boasts several treasures and a beautiful interior. Guided tours by appointment available year-round.

Reviewed By lobstaluva - Springfield, United States

This sweet little church does not look like much from the outside, but it is a real treasure. From a historical perspective it is the northernmost medieval stone church in Norway and the world’s oldest northernmost surviving building. It was built over the remains of two previous stave churches (from the Vikings) around 1250. It was designed to serve as a sort of fort or safe place as the walls are thick stone and the windows up high. It is one of the largest of the medieval churches, is well preserved, and the exterior is believed to be close to the original. Despite a simple exterior, the inside is quite ornate. Of particular interest are the three Gothic triptychs.....stunning! The pulpit is interesting in Baroque style, and remains of frescoes can be seen. A very interesting, historic church.

7. Trondenes Historical Centre

Trondenesveien 122, Harstad 9404 Norway +47 77 01 83 80 [email protected] http://www.stmu.no
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Trondenes Historical Centre

The Centre is located alongside Trondenes church on the Trondenes peninsula, a cultural heritage landscape marked by the Viking era, Middle Ages and Word War II. The exhibitiion provides an exiting insight into the history of Harstad from Stone Age to the 1950s. The story is told through a unique multimedia show, featuring vision, music, light and smells. In addition to the pernanent historical exhibitions you are invited to visit Trondenes Medieval Farm. The farm shows the daily life of the farmers during the early 1200s.

Reviewed By DP1066 - Hastings, United Kingdom

The museum traces the history of the Trondenes peninsula from Viking times through to the Second World War. It is on two floors and takes 30 - 40 minutes to go round. Afterwards there is a medieval farm to visit just beyond the museum.

8. Profil Glassdesign

Leirstrandvegen 1414, Tromso 9106 Norway +47 922 82 844 [email protected] http://www.profilglassdesign.no/Products.aspx
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

Profil Glassdesign

Local factory of hand blown glass, shop and small café. Located in Southern Kvaloya

Reviewed By Harveychant

Nearly drove past...so look out for the signs. Easy going cafe with some great artwork for sale. Coffee was rich and fresh. The owner told us he did the best waffles in the world. As it turns out he’s right. He also does Air BnB. I’d love to go back and discuss 1970’s rock with the owner, have a drink and just watch the world go by. Highly recommended if you are on your way past.

9. Northern Norwegian Science Center

Hansine Hansens veg 17 Bus stop: UiT/Planetariet, Tromso 9019 Norway +47 77 62 09 45 [email protected] http://nordnorsk.vitensenter.no/engelsk/
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Northern Norwegian Science Center

The Science Centre offers northern lights planetarium shows every day. In addition there are close to a hundred interactive exhibits where everyone can have fun with popular science, exploring both regional and universal questions. The Science Centre is open about 359 days of the year. Check our website for opening hours, planetarium schedules and prices.

Reviewed By karolyno831

This is one of my favourite places to go and take visitors to Tromso. There is there an amazing Aurora video (still my favourite even after seeing it about 10 times). I love the hands on science activities that are varied and lots of fun as well as educational and informative. Best place to have fun while learning at the same time for all ages. Although many think it is more for kids I take adults and they love it too. Highly recommend.

10. Grotfjord

Tromso Norway
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4.5 based on 128 reviews

Grotfjord

Reviewed By underwinterskies - Singapore, Singapore

Have been here twice last year during the winter nights and it is a good spot to catch the glimpse of the auroras if you’re lucky. Went back this year again during winter and tried to see how it looks like in the morning twilight and I was really in awe of how beautiful the place is in the day. (Really dark at night hence you can’t really make out the details of the buildings / fjords / surroundings of the beach)

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