Top Things to do in Tromso
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Tromso, Northern Norway
The fjords and mountain ranges of Tromso are simply magical. Here, the northern lights sparkle across the same navy blue sky that's illuminated by the midnight sun. You'll be spellbound by Tromso's enchanting fishing villages, fragrant botanical gardens and crystalline waterfalls. Music is a major part of the Tromso culture, particularly techno and electronic music, which adds some thumping thunder to the city once a year during the annual Insomnia Festival.
Restaurants in Tromso
1. The Lyngen Alps
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5.0 based on 59 reviews
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. Backbeat Kaffe & Vinyl
3. Snarby Strikkestudio
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Tromsø's best and biggest selection of Norwegian knitwear. We have sweaters, jackets and accessories from Dale of Norway, Oleana, Norlender and more. From the traditional to the modern, our focus is on knitwear made in Norway and we have our own range of products made here in Tromsø. In our knitting department we offer a huge selection of yarn in many different qualities.
4. Tromso Botaniske Hage
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4.5 based on 326 reviews
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.
5. Perspektivet Museum
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4.5 based on 246 reviews
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. Profil Glassdesign
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4.5 based on 31 reviews
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.
7. Grotfjord
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4.5 based on 128 reviews
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)
8. Tromso Tourist Information
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4.5 based on 1,535 reviews
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.
9. Tromso Public library and City Archives
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4.5 based on 154 reviews
Reviewed By Redpanda59 - The Hague, The Netherlands
Been here a few times on a quiet afternoon when I ran out of idea’s of what to do. It’s great as libraries usually are and is joined to the Movie house complex and there is a great little cafe, with small meals and lovely coffee and sweets.
10. Prestvannet Lake
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4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By charlottesteve00
Prestvannet is a scenic area near Tromsø in Norway. Together with the pond and the surrounding wooded area it represents an important natural space, and also a fundamental nesting place for different types of birds. Located a short walk from the center of Tromso on this beautiful lake surrounded by lots of greenery, the locals go for a stroll and relax. Being also a cultural center, it is often full of schoolchildren. I have visited it both in summer and in winter when it is completely frozen. If you are in the area I recommend a visit.
