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Radisson SAS Hotel

Address: Sjogata 7

Tel: +47 77 60 00 00

Fax: +47 77 68 54 74

Email: info.tromso@radissonSAS.com

Website: www.radissonsas.com


Ishavs Katedralen (Arctic Cathedral)

Also known as the sanctuary of the Arctic Ocean, the Artic Cathedral is modern architectural structure, which is based on a design that uses Tromsø's winter and northern lights as a motif, which suits the atmosphere of the town. The beautiful, stately stained glass panels inside are 12m high and are definitely worth seeing. The architect of this building is Jan Inge Hovig.

Address: Tromsdalen

Tel: +47 77 75 34 40

Website: www.kirken.tromso.no


Karasjok

Karasjok is an a that has been a settlement for the mountain Sami people since olden days. The name "Karasjok" is believed to have originated from the Finish phrase meaning the cove's river. This region experiences drastic temperature changes, and has recorded a lowest-ever temperature of minus 51.4 degrees, and a highest-ever temperature of 32.4 degrees. There are also a theme park, museum, and other facilities that display the Sami culture.

Access: Approximately 1 hour 35 minutes from Lakselv Airport by bus.


Rica Hotel Nordkapp

Rica Hotel Nordkapp is located in the very north of Norway, close to Lofoten Islands.

Address: Skipsfjorden

Tel: +47 78 47 33 88

Fax: +47 78 47 32 33

Email: rica.hotel.nordkapp@rica.no

Website: www.rica.no


Kirkenes

Kirkene is a village near the Russian border where the terminal harbour for Norway's coastal steamer, which is known as the world's most beautiful boat ride, is located. It was an air-raid shelter during the Second World War called Andersgrotta which still exists. By plane, it is approximately 2 hours from Oslo and approximately 1 hour from Tromsø.


Cruise (Coach and Costal Steamer)

This cruise you will experience on a coastal steamer. In the evening, you will go to Sjervøy from the bus terminal in Tromsø, and experience an elegant cruise. You can enjoy the midnight sun in the summer and the northern lights in the winter.

Operation time: Throughout the year (excluding Saturdays)

Duration: 8 hours


Tromsø by Air

Why not see the view of Tromsø from the sky in a small airplane Get a bird's eye view of the scenery. In the winter, if you are lucky, you might be able to have a mid-air dance with the northern lights.

Operation time: Throughout the year (depends on the weather)

Duration: 45 minutes (time can be shortened or extended)


Tromsø Museum

Tromso Museum is attached to Tromsø University that was established in 1872. It displays and showcases a wide array of strands, such as geography, plants, animals, archaeology, and studies of the Sami people.

Address: Lars Thorings veg 10

Tel: +47 77 64 50 00

Fax: +47 77 64 51 13

Email: museumspost@tmu.uit.no htt


Nordkapp

Nordkapp is a 307 m high cliff and is usually referred to as the northernmost point of Europe. Some 200,000 tourists visit this spot annually, during the two to three months of summer. From this point, it is 2110km to the north pole. In the past, this was a spot that the Sami people used for sacrifice. Nordkapp gradually became famous as a sightseeing area after king Oscar II of Sweden visited these lands in 1873. It is popular for tourists to come to Nordkapp after spending a night at Honningsvåg.

Access Approximately 45 minutes from Honningsvåg. There are no regular bus services during the winter so reservation is necessary.

For booking, please contact Finnmark Fylkesrederi og RuteselskapiFFRj

Tel: +47 78 40 70 78

Website: www.ffr.no


Emmas Drommekjokken

Emmas Drommekjokken is a pleasant restaurant with a stately atmosphere, said to fulfil any gourmet's dream. It sets the perfect tone for a special night and has a popular menu, including a la carte items.

Address: Kirkegata 8

Tel: +47 77 63 77 30

Website: www.emmaoglars.no


Bodø

Bodo is a commercial city with a population of approximately 44, 000 people. The city has a railway station, coastal steamer harbour, and an airport, making it a strategic spot for transportation in northern Norway. It is also the gateway to the Lofoten islands, located on its opposite shore, from mainland Norway.


Andenes

Andenes is a small fishing village in the county of Nordland, which is part of the northern region of Norway. Andenes is the northernmost settlement of the island Andøya. To the east is the island Senja, and to the west the endless horizon of the North Atlantic. Andøy municipality calls itself Nordlyskommunen (The community of the Aurora Borealis).


Beer Hall (Ølhallen)

The Beer Hall serves Tromsø's Mack beer (Mack øl) but you can also enjoy a wide variety of other types of beers. The Beer Hall also offers a guided tour of their beer brewery.

Address: Gronnrgata 81

Tel: +47 77 68 49 06

Website: www.mack.no


Loiten Lys

Loiten Lys is a specialty shop that sells hand-made candles. This spacious shop of 600m sq. has a wide selection of colourful candles that are great for gifts.

Address: Strandgata 5

Tel: +47 77 67 48 60

Fax: +47 77 67 48 61

Email: postmaster@denlysesiden.no

Website: www.denlysesiden.no


Corner Restaurant

At this lovely restaurant you can enjoy local fish dishes and the chef's special menu. Corner has a nice outdoor terrace where you can watch people passing by while enjoying a meal.

Address: Fiskeriveien 2A

Tel: +47 78 47 63 40

Email: post@corner.no

Website: www.corner.no


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