Arctic Norway – magnificent nature and vibrant culture

Explore Arctic Norway, also known as Northern Norway, and discover what the region has to offer.

© Trym Ivar Bergsmo
Discover places to visit, things to do, local food to try and experiences worth travelling for. Get to know small fishing villages, vibrant towns, local culture and the stories of the people who live here. From well-known attractions to places you might never have heard of, find inspiration and practical tips for your journey through Arctic Norway.

Welcome to us.

Arctic Norway is a place of vast distances, small communities, powerful nature and shifting conditions.

Travelling here can give you memories for a lifetime. Whether you come in search of space and silence, adventures and steep mountains, wildlife and open seas, or the queen herself: the northern lights.

But nature here is also fragile.

Care for the Arctic, and for yourself

To experience it at its best, travel with curiosity and care. Stay longer. Choose local. Leave nature as you found it. And come prepared for conditions that can change quickly.

Read our 6 Principles for Responsible Travel

Arctic Norway – by the taste buds

Arctic Norwegian cuisine is rustic, with simple, strong tastes. The riches of the sea are reflected on your plate. More surprising are maybe the intense flavours of veg and soft fruit grown in Northern Norwegian agriculture. Add wild berries and some surprises for the sweet tooth, and your tastebuds will be amused.

How to travel and plan your trip?

What do you want to see and do?

Where do you want to sleep and eat?

When to go and how to get the best holiday?

Where should you drive next spring and summer?

Northern Norway was made for individual exploration by car. There is something new around every corner; scenic beauty and picturesque villages. No less than six Norwegian Scenic Routes are found, and we can also strongly recommend quite a few others. Here are some suggestions.

Arctic Norway is the best place to see the Northern Lights

Is it really daylight 24/7?

Drive safely in Norway. Videoproduction: Arctic Norway Tourist Board / Montevideo Tromsø