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Reine

Reine is a small village that is situated in the southern region of Lofoten. It is surrounded by jagged rock-faced mountains and as a resalt the village captivates photographers from around the world. There is also a fishery harbour, cafés and restaurants that are converted from fishing cottages that are worth visiting during your journey.

Grand Café

The Grand Café is located on the first floor of the Grand Hotel along Karl Johans Gate. This café was a gathering place for artists in the second half of the 19th century, where Ibsen and Munch were frequent visitors to the café.

Address: Karl Johansgate 31

Tel: 23 14 53 00

Website: www.grand.no/en/rest_grand.asp

Kafe Sult

Its name, "Sult", means "hunger" in Norwegian. Although it does not offer a vast selection of dishes, it is reputed for its excellent flavours and it is always buzzing with people.

Address: Thorvald Meyers Gate 26

Tel: 22 87 04 67

Business hours: Tuesday to Friday 4pm to late Saturdays 1pm to 1am Sundays 1pm to midnight Closed: Mondays

Bellevue

Bellevue is located on a hilltop with a magnificent view overlooking the fjords. The whole boiled Atlantic salmon is to recommend.

Address: Bellevuebakken 9

Tel: +47 55 33 69 99

Business hours: 5pm to midnight

Website: www.bellevue.no

Spitsbergen Hotel

The Spitsbergen Hotel is a comfortable hotel where you can get a feel for the history of Svalbard. It is located on the peak of Haugen, overlooking longyearbyen City, Longyear glacier, Longyeardalen canyon and Mt. Hiorthfjellet. At the hotel you can enjoy delicious meals in a relaxed atmosphere in the renewed Funktionærmessen restaurant, which will make your stay a delightful experience.

Address: P.O.Box 500, 9171 Longyearbyen

Tel: +47 79 02 62 00

Fax: +47 79 02 62 01

Email:hotel@spitsbergentravel.no

Website: www.spitsbergentravel.no

Rica Hotel Alta

Rica Hotel Alta hotel is located in the central business district of Alta, 10 minutes from the airport by car. It also has restaurant and bar facilities.

Address: Lokkeveien 61

Tel: +47 78 48 27 00

Fax: +47 48 27 77

Email: rica.hotel.alta@rica.no

Website: www.rica.no

Fiskekrogen

Fiskekrogen is in front of the fish market and it specializes in seafood. (prior booking is essential)

Address: Fisketorget

Tel: +47 55 55 96 62

Business hours: Monday to Friday 11am to 12.30pm Saturdays 11am to 12.30 Sundays 11am to 12.30pm

Røkenes Farm and Guesthouse / HARR Gallery

Rokens farm has been managed by the same family since 1673. You can learn about what the surrounding areas were like back then. There is also a restaurant where you can enjoy the farm owner's home-made cooking for lunch or dinner.

Address: Stornesvn. 127

Tel: +47 77 05 84 44

Fax: +47 77 05 84 40

Website: www.roekenesgaard.no

Radisson SAS Polar Hotel Spitsbergen

Hotel Spitsbergen is a modern, functional, and environmentally-friendly hotel opened in March 1995. It is located in the centre of Longyearbyen with a magnificent view of Isfjord's snow capped peaks. The stately Mt. Hiorthfjellet and Adventdalen Canyon are spread around the hotel. It offers high-standard service and great food. Dining at the hotel restaurant, Brasseri Nansen, you will enjoy your meal with a panoramic view of the surrounding landscapes.

Address: P.O.Box 554, 9171 Longyearbyen

Tel: +47 79 02 34 50

Fax: +47 79 02 34 51

Email: sales.longyearbyen@radissonsas.com

Website: www.spitsbergentravel.com

Fish Market (Fisketorget)

The fish market is a bustling place for locals and tourists. It is located in the plaza, which faces the Bergen bay. Make sure you don’t miss the salt boiled shrimp and smoked salmon. If you wish to purchase vacuumed-packed salmon as a gift, do so at the tax-free market. Business hours: June to August Monday to Friday/Sundays 7am to 4pm September to May Monday to Saturday 7am to 4pm Closed: September to May Mondays

Website: www.torgetibergen.no

Enhjorningen

Enhjorningen is located on the second floor of a wooden building in the Bryggen district. The warm interior of the restaurant is very cosy and you can eat as much seafood as you want.

Address: Bryggen

Tel: +47 55 32 79 19

Business hours: Summer season 12noon to 11pm Winter season 4 - 11pm

Website: www.enhjorningen.no

Rica Hotel Honningsvåg

The Rica Hotel in Honningsvåg is located in the centre of the city and offers modern facilities. It also has a restaurant where you can enjoy Finnmark-style cuisines and a casual cafe.

Address: Storgt. 4

Tel: +47 78 47 23 33

Fax: +47 78 47 33 79

Email: rica.hotel.honningsvaag@rica.no

Website: www.rica.no

Archbishop's Palace

At the Archbishop's Palace you will find a collection that includes the Archbishop's Palace Museum, Royal Family Museum and Military Museum. It is located next to the Nidaros Cathedral. Restaurants are also available.

Address: Nidaros Domkirkes Restaureringsarbeider

Tel: +47 73 53 91 60

Fax: +47 73 53 91 69

Email: booking.ndr@kirken.no

Frogner Park (Frognerparken)

Frogner Park is one of the highlights in Oslo. The park contains 192 sculptures with more than 600 figures, all modelled in full size by Gustav Vigeland. Vigeland also designed the architectural setting and the layout of the grounds. The "Monolitten Human Tower", located in the centre of the park, is a masterpiece that took 13 years to construct. The park also has a pool and tennis courts. Also make sure you don’t miss the fantastic open-air restaurant.

Address: Frognerveien 67

Website: www.frognerparken.com

Dicken's

Dicken’s is located in a mansion style building. The menu mainly consists of light meals, but very tasty. At night, this place is a popular place for young people.

Address: Ole Bulls Plass 8-10

Tel: +47 55 36 31 30

Business hours: Monday to Saturday 11.30 to 11pm Sundays 2 to 11pm