Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Longyearbyen, Svalbard

June 27, 2021 Merry Kessler

Longyearbyen is a great jumping-off point for experiencing the humbling power of the Arctic islands. Glaciers, mountains and primitive wildlife are the main attractions here. Be warned, though: Those polar bears look cuddly enough, but they are extremely dangerous and don't take kindly to gawking tourists.
Restaurants in Longyearbyen

1. Green Dog Svalbard

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5.0 based on 995 reviews

Green Dog Svalbard

Green Dog separates from other commercial dog kennels at Svalbard, since our dogs are a mix between the Greenland dog and husky – and also, since our family, consisting of 2 adults and 4 children – and our guides – are living at the kennel, year round. We put dog welfare above all, so it was a natural choice to live at the kennel, to be present with our 4 legged friends, at all times. When our dogs retire, we put great effort in finding new families for them and this has resulted in many happy relationships. You can read about some of our pensioners at the blog at www.greendog.no. We offer tours with our dogs year around - on dog sledges in winter and on carts or by foot, accompanied by a happy Green Dog, in summer. To give you the best experince, our sled tours are for maximum 8 guests and everybody gets the chance to steer the dog sled. All of our tours inludes coffee & bisquits and we offer a 50% discount for children up to 12 years. We look forward seeing you!

2. Poli Arctici

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5.0 based on 599 reviews

Poli Arctici

Snowmobile tour, hiking, skiing, expeditions in Svalbard, transports in the field. Overnight in cabin. Boat trips. daytrips and long overnight trips

3. Better Moments

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5.0 based on 639 reviews

Better Moments

Better Moments AS is a tour operator that aims to offer their guests that little extra. Our excursions are managed by our professional and experienced tour guides and the groups are small. We offer exclusive snowmobile-, kayak-, hiking- and boat-safaris.

4. Husky Travellers

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5.0 based on 312 reviews

Husky Travellers

Experience the joy of dog sledding in Svalbard with our small family business! We have experience from long-distance dog racing and trips to the North Pole and have been active on Svalbard more than 10 years. We customize tours for all levels of experience – from family tours with small children to longer expeditions with experienced mushers.

5. Arctic Adventures

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5.0 based on 217 reviews

Arctic Adventures

Arctic Adventures is owned and run by Jens Abild who has more than 20 years experience as an expedition leader, with both scientific and recreational expeditions, in the Arctic and Antarctic. Since we have high focus on the individual and we want to provide safe and exciting experiences in a friendly atmosphere, we are operating with small Groups. We will give you the little extra personal touch and we are looking forward to help you fulfill Your wishes.

6. Svalbard Brewery

Seaside area. Blue and grey storage building Pb 624, Longyearbyen 9171 Norway +47 458 18 181 [email protected] http://svalbardbryggeri.com/
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Svalbard Brewery

During a visit at Svalbard Bryggeri you will hear about how Svalbard Bryggeri became a reality, how former coal miner and pilot Robert Johansen got the idea about establishing his own brewery on the northern most settlement, Longyearbyen Svalbard, and what would be required to implement the dream. You will taste five different beers brewed on 2000-year-old glacier water from Bogerbreen.

Reviewed By DNP2014 - Copenhagen, Denmark

The tour as others have mentioned is really just a tasting, but it takes place in a bar overlooking the equipment so you're killing two birds with one stone. It was a really fun experience thanks to the high energy host Brianna and the fact that the beer is awesome. Thoroughly recommended as a way to spend a couple of relaxing hours after an excursion.

7. Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

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4.5 based on 268 reviews

Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

The nature in Svalbard is beautiful, majestic, attractive and demanding. An encounter with this Arctic wilderness makes an impression on people who experience it. The team at Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions AS make the conditions favourable so that you as a whole can actively take part in Svalbard nature-based adventures.

8. Svalbard Husky

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4.5 based on 390 reviews

Svalbard Husky

Svalbard Husky offers guided tours and dog sledding in the beautiful nature the Arctic Archipelago Svalbard. Experience the magnificent arctic nature while driving your own pack of dogs in front of the sledge. See the reindeers, polar foxes and now and then the polar bear in its natural environment. No matter what type of tour you decide for, we can promise you that Svalbard will give you wildlife experiences that you will never forget. Svalbard Husky Holds the Eco label of "Eco-Lighthouse"

9. Spitzbergen Adventures

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4.5 based on 328 reviews

Spitzbergen Adventures

Tour operator in the arctic offering snowmobiling, ice cave, sightseeing, hiking and many more activities. We also facilitate media productions and logistic operations. Owner run company with highly professional service.

10. Polar Permaculture Solutions

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4.5 based on 84 reviews

Polar Permaculture Solutions

Polar Permaculture Solutions is based in Longyearbyen, Norway on the archipelago of Svalbard. We are growing food near the north pole, and composting organic waste for natural fertilizer. Join us on a tour and see how we are working to make the "northern most" town in the world more sustainable.

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