10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Troms That You Shouldn't Miss

March 20, 2022 Kiesha Cripe

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. Arctic Escape

Groennegata 53 3rd Floor, Tromso 9008 Norway +47 920 95 555 [email protected] http://www.arcticescape.no
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5.0 based on 276 reviews

Arctic Escape

The northernmost escape room in the world! You and your teammates will be given a mission and locked in a room full of codes, puzzles and cryptic leads, with 60 minutes to solve them all. Your only available tools will be creative thinking, teamwork and collaboration, and hopefully you will complete the mission before the hour is up. Bring a playful mood and an open mind!

Reviewed By puchaczbocian

We had John Winter office and it was really cool. The staff was super friendly and always supportive. If you are in Tromsø on a bad weather day don’t miss that place

2. Aurora Spirit

Aaroeybuktneset 44, Lyngseidet 9060 Norway +47 919 04 260 [email protected] http://www.lyngen.com
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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Aurora Spirit

Aurora Spirit is a unique distillery that attracts international attention with its spectacular location. The Lyngen alps, the fjord, the northern lights and the arctic wilderness provide an excellent setting for making whisky and other alcohol products under the brand name Bivrost. The products are based on local herbs, berries and melted glacier water. The northernmost distillery in the world offers guided Whisky tours, Whisky tastings, visits to an old NATO base, bathing under the northern lights and RIB - boat trips under the Lyngen Alps.

Reviewed By pederf2020 - Tromso, Norway

A combination of a ribboat journey with Lyngen Adventure on the wonderful Lyngenfjord and a lunch and a tour inside the Aurora Spirit Bivrost gives the day the extra touch! When visiting the Lyngen municipality you should find time for this marvellous combination and the possibility to visit this distillery

3. Escape House Sorreisa

Storveien 3 Basement entrance, Sorreisa 9310 Norway +47 993 72 273 [email protected] http://www.escapehouse.no
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5.0 based on 27 reviews

Escape House Sorreisa

With a 60 minute timer ticking in the background, you and your team mates have to solve puzzles, riddles and open secret hiding places in order to complete a mission and escape the room before the time runs out. Do you have what it takes?

4. Gammelbutikken in Skrolsvik

Skrolsvikveien 1829, Senja 9392 Norway +47 952 32 540 [email protected] http://www.skrolsvikkystferie.no/gammelbutikken/
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Gammelbutikken in Skrolsvik

Gammelbutikken (The old store) was built sometime in the 1870’s as a general store with all types of goods like food, equipment, clothes, fishing gear and whatever else that was needed in a fishing village on Senja. In addition to being a general store it also functioned as office for the local fish landing factory and shipping agent. The second floor was used as accommodation for fishermen seeking shelter and somewhere to sleep. Today’s furnishing are the originals from 1925 and the store today appears much the same as it did a long time ago. Gammelbutikken today is a combination of museum, souvenir shop and cafe serving baked goods, coffee, drinks, ice cream and old fashioned candy. Variety of handcrafted goods from local Senja artists. Open Summer 2019 from June 25. – Aug 28. And on request. Can be booked for private events.

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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4.5 based on 132 reviews

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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4.5 based on 78 reviews

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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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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4.5 based on 209 reviews

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. Tromso Tourist Information

Samuel Arnesens gate 5 Pb 311, Tromso 9008 Norway +47 77 61 00 00 [email protected] http://www.visittromso.no
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4.5 based on 1,535 reviews

Tromso Tourist Information

Welcome to Visit Tromsø, the Tromso Tourist Information Centre. We look forward to help plan your stay and offer extensive knowledge of the area. Our knowledgeable hosts speak many languages. You can book activities, car rental, accommodation and trips with Hurtigruten. You can buy Polar certificates, stamps, postcards, souvenirs, hiking and road maps. Tromsø - a world-class Arctic adventure.

Reviewed By 14jackih - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

I wanted to say a HUGE thank you to Tromsø tourist office for being so helpful in booking our once in a lifetime evening trip in the hope of seeing the mysterious Northern lights. The lady I’m so sorry I didn’t note your name )who helped in our plight was so understanding knowing that our previously booked trip was cancelled at the last minute due to poor weather which let us one night to see the lights before we left Tromsø. The lady was fantastic, understanding, empathetic and patient....thank you. We were truly spoilt by the spectacular display that greeted us in the booked trip. A fantastic last evening spent in beautiful Tromsø.

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