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What to do and see in Norway, Norway: The Best Natural History Museums
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1. Sykkylven Museum of Natural History
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
In picturesque Sykkylven you will find the region's only museum of natural history. Get to know the extensive and unique collection of 270 birds and wildlife species from Norway and Spitzbergen. The realistic displays with bird mountains, mountain landscapes and art paintings show beautiful creatures such as musk, polar bears, lynx and eagles in their natural habitat. Come and explore Norwegian nature and fauna in Sykkylven! In September every year, the museum arranges Naturhistoriske dagar (Days with history of nature).
2. Rindal Skimuseum
3. Alta Museum - World Heritage Rock Art Centre
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4.5 based on 560 reviews
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.
4. Mammuthus
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Mammuthus is the name of a building which houses an geolocigal exhibition and models of two wolly mammoths. When booked in forehand groups can combine a guided tour with a dinner and an magnificient view over the region.
5. Blaafarvevaerket The Cobalt Works
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4.5 based on 83 reviews
Blaafarvevaerket, or the Royal Cobalt Works of Modum was established in 1773 for the extraction of cobalt ore from the local mines in the surrounding hills. Today Blaafarvevaerket is one of Norways best known tourist attractions offering historical insight into the extraction and production of cobalt, guided tours of the mines and surrounding area and annual art exhibitions. Other attractions at the museum are the Theodor Kittelsen museum. The artist that created the troll as we know it! Children's Farm, several shops and eateries makes us a complete destination for all travellers. The museum and surrounding area is a popular tourist destination in central Eastern Norway with the Vikersund Ski Flying Arena, the worlds largest, and several other destinations for active tourists near by.
Reviewed By 705siris - Jessheim, Norway
I have not been there for more than 20 years and what I remember best is the peaceful surroundings: the white houses with their black wood, the large lawns and the tall white birches by the lazy river. Serene and still peaceful. We spent quite som time in their arts exhibition, which changes every year. We also spent time (and money) in their various shops, had a waffle break at the Tranen cafeteria by the waterfall, and walked down from there to the other side of the river. From where we had to walk all the way up again as the float to take us over the river is far too heavy for three persons in their 60s to pull to the other side. Some info about that would have been nice! All in all a wonderful day on one of the probably last summer days this year.
6. Astronomisenteret Kometland
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
7. Sunnmoere Museum
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4.5 based on 202 reviews
Visit the open-air museum with its vast collection of old houses. Enjoy a stroll between the picturesque houses and the indoor exhibitions, and get an insight into the cultural and architectural history of Sunnmore. Sunnmore Museum is a beautiful open air museum with 55 old and distinct houses. While walking in between these houses you feel as if you are put back in time, and you will see how people lived in earlier times. On Wednesdays during summer, there are a lot of activities going on at the museum. In the main building the fascinating exhibitions on archaeology and culture in the Sunnmore region will provide you with a unique insight into the life of the people who have inhabited this area for several thousand years. Take a look at the museum's vast boat collection too, including replicas of Viking ships. The beautiful area surrounding the museum is also excellent for walks.
Reviewed By FroekenPetrell - Bergen, Norway
This is a must for all tourists that are tired of the Art Noveu City and just want a walk in the forest, see old boat and house building techniques.. relax and feed the horses, birds and just enjoy the tranquility far from the buzzing city center. The museum has it all: A woodboat marina with modern boats, Viking boats and vast boat collection Houses and buildings from the middle ages to the early 20th century the museum also has a walk threw.. storie show from the stone agne up to recent times The 50acres with forest and the old houses is just perfect to take a stroll around, and there is also a beautiful stone church up the hill and a small farm with a colletion of birds, horses, donkeys and rabbits: Perfect for the young ones. If you still have time you can even move down to the historical place where they show you traces from the medieval times going to the medieval museum to see the excavations and the traces of old churches and port facilities. It´s just a fantastic place to be with the beautiful Sunnmørs Alps in the background and the lovely lake with all the old houses. Buy the norwegian traditional svele or waffels, see if you can orrow a woodboat with the family and row around in the mini lake and see the horses rund on the hills by the church.
8. Norwegian Mountain Center
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Nominated for Museum of the year in 2019! Explore the thrilling exhibition Spellbound, with vikings and vistas, peaks and pioneers, mammoths and ramblers, folklore and fairytales - included the interactive Mountain Science Center. Are you up for the weather room? Or do you prefere forming your own landscape in sand and see how water changes it? Get tips for your mountain hike, buy the maps you need and sit down by the fire before you visit the mountains. The Norwegian Mountain Center is a visitor center for the national parks Jotunheimen, Reinheimen and Breheimen.
Reviewed By 38tgjpgg - Canberra, Australia
On first appearance this is a relatively small museum but we easily spent two hours going through the exhibits. The museum beautifully documents Norwegian mountaineering history including how recent climate change and glacial retreat is uncovering artifacts. This museum is excellent for children, with the weather room and active exhibits (including an indoor orienteering challenge) leaving mum and dad in peace to walk the exhibit. Also some beautiful audio visual displays of the mountains. Highly recommended!
9. E-huset Aerfuglmuseum
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
A must when visiting Vega, situated in the port of The Vega Archipelago World Heritage: A small, charming information centre telling about the unique tradition of tending the eider ducks. Feel the softness of the exclusive eider down, hear the moving stories about the people who have cared for the birds in centuries. We offer personal storytelling! The museum is open every day from the 10th of june to end of august every year.
