The 10 Best Things to do in Alta, Northern Norway

March 12, 2022 Lean Nau

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

Mathisdalen 301, Alta 9518 Norway +47 992 91 809 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Omdalgard/?rf=151641558336638
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Omdal Farm

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 Canyon and the Alta Dam

Alta Norway +47 78 44 50 50 [email protected] http://Sorrisniva.no
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Alta Canyon and the Alta Dam

3. Tirpitz Museum

Kaafjordbotn 59, Alta 9518 Norway +47 920 92 370 [email protected] http://www.tirpitz-museum.no/
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Tirpitz Museum

Tirpitz Museum is a war museum that is located in Kåfjord outside the city of Alta in Finnmark county, Norway. Tirpitz Museum is open from 1 June to 1 September. Out of season we open on request for groups or other special occasions.

Reviewed By Laurence1952 - Burgess Hill, United Kingdom

When researching Alta, I heard of the Tirpitz Museum and was particularly keen to visit it as my father had been on the Arctic Convoy during the war. Although normally closed during the winter months, I managed to arrange for them to open for me and I am so glad that they did. Although the museum is quite small, the number of artefacts they have on display is amazing ranging from uniforms to musical instruments and even a typewriter salvaged from the wreck. If you are in the area and have an interest in WW2 history, do try to visit the museum. Highly recommended.

4. Alta Museum - World Heritage Rock Art Centre

Altaveien 19, Alta 9518 Norway +47 417 56 330 [email protected] http://www.altamuseum.no
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Alta Museum - World Heritage Rock Art Centre

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.

5. Northern Lights Observatory at Haldde

Halddetoppen, Alta Norway +47 417 56 330 [email protected] http://www.alta.museum.no/sider/tekst.asp?side=171&meny=VISIT%20US
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Northern Lights Observatory at Haldde

6. Kafjord Church

Kafjord, Alta 9518 Norway +47 78 44 50 50 [email protected]
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Kafjord Church

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.

7. Alta Tourist Information

Bjoern Wirkolas vei 11, Alta 9510 Norway +47 991 00 022 [email protected] http://www.visitalta.no
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Alta Tourist Information

The Tourist Information is located in the city center by the bus station. Alta - the City of the Northern Lights - where past meets future! Rock carvings created 10,000 years ago tell the history of our cultural past. Today, export and technology, entrepreneurs and the service industry leave their mark for the future. Alta is a modern technological community, with an emphasis on research and higher education. 2,000 students have found their place in the community and fallen in love with the city of Alta and the wonderful countryside right on Alta's doorstep. Alta, the City of the Northern Lights, is only a 2-hour flight from Oslo, and provides a natural base for day trips to the most popular attractions such as the North Cape, Sapmi theme park and Juhls' Silver gallery. Population: 20.000 Area, municipality: 3,845 km²

Reviewed By OldBill2 - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Beside the bus station this Tourist Information Centre is staffed by exceptionally well mannered, helpful staff who go out of there way to please. They will give you all the information you need regarding tourist spots in the area. They sell post cards and stamps too and will even post them for you after you have written them (works out a good £1 cheaper then posting them with P and O if your on a cruise). Thoroughly recommended.

8. Sami Siida

Oeytunveien 4, Alta 9518 Norway +47 468 38 645 [email protected] http://www.samisiida.no
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Sami Siida

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.

9. Northern Lights Cathedral

Lokkeveien Markedsgata 30, Alta 9504 Norway +47 78 44 42 70 [email protected] http://www.nordlyskatedral.no/
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Northern Lights Cathedral

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.

10. Alta Church

Kirkeveien, Alta 9511 Norway +47 78 44 50 50 http://www.alta.kirken.no/index.phtml?pid=5613
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Alta Church

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

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