Tromsø attractions
Sightseeing
The cable car (Fjellheisen) is the easiest way to get an amazing view of the city and its surroundings from above. For the most active of you, I recommend walking up (and down) the sherpa stairs to the cafe/viewpoint. Dress according to weather, and be prepared to walk for an estimated 45 minutes up the mountain. Remember shoes with spikes in wintertime.
The cable car has a fee, while walking is free of charge. Catch bus no 26 from Snarveien bus stop nearby the studio, and all the way to the starting point.
244 locals recommend
Tromsø Cable Car
12 SollivegenThe cable car (Fjellheisen) is the easiest way to get an amazing view of the city and its surroundings from above. For the most active of you, I recommend walking up (and down) the sherpa stairs to the cafe/viewpoint. Dress according to weather, and be prepared to walk for an estimated 45 minutes up the mountain. Remember shoes with spikes in wintertime.
The cable car has a fee, while walking is free of charge. Catch bus no 26 from Snarveien bus stop nearby the studio, and all the way to the starting point.
Food and drinks
Fishing history and exotic food – such as whale, stockfish, cod skin ++. Take part in the traditional and long lasting fishing history of Norway. Located by the docks downtown.
14 locals recommend
Full Steam Tromsø AS
3 Søndre TollbodgateFishing history and exotic food – such as whale, stockfish, cod skin ++. Take part in the traditional and long lasting fishing history of Norway. Located by the docks downtown.
My preferred place for fine dining in Tromsø. The owner and chef is on the Norwegian national culinary team. Enjoy their excellent seafood and local produce. See mathallentromso.no for menu/prices.
64 locals recommend
Mathallen Tromsø
60 GrønnegataMy preferred place for fine dining in Tromsø. The owner and chef is on the Norwegian national culinary team. Enjoy their excellent seafood and local produce. See mathallentromso.no for menu/prices.
Maskinverkstedet
49 NordøstpassasjenA nice restaurant in a industry area turned modern neighborhood.
Vervet Bakeri
1 SkansegataPopular bakery with a French touch. Well designed interior and area.
Cozy lunch spot with brilliant food and fantastic V60 coffee service.
59 locals recommend
Risø food & coffee shop
32 StrandgataCozy lunch spot with brilliant food and fantastic V60 coffee service.
Things to do
Experience the Tromsø nature from a dog sled! 30 minutes outside the city you can get a ride from one of the 300 dogs in the kennel, and even cuddle with the puppies. I've been to this place several times myself, and always enjoyed it.
You'll be taken care of by the experienced guides, and get proper clothing by the staff. Visit their booking point downtown or search for Tromsø Villmarkssenter online
116 locals recommend
Tromso Wilderness Center - Dog sledding
601 StraumsvegenExperience the Tromsø nature from a dog sled! 30 minutes outside the city you can get a ride from one of the 300 dogs in the kennel, and even cuddle with the puppies. I've been to this place several times myself, and always enjoyed it.
You'll be taken care of by the experienced guides, and get proper clothing by the staff. Visit their booking point downtown or search for Tromsø Villmarkssenter online
A modern pool and water activity area on the top of the island. Go here to play, swim, or just relax in the saunas. My favourite is to swim outside in shifting weather with a view of the mountains. If you're lucky, there may be a northern lights above! In the same building, you'll find an amazing indoor climbing spot.
64 locals recommend
Tromsøbadet
35 DramsvegenA modern pool and water activity area on the top of the island. Go here to play, swim, or just relax in the saunas. My favourite is to swim outside in shifting weather with a view of the mountains. If you're lucky, there may be a northern lights above! In the same building, you'll find an amazing indoor climbing spot.
Pretty lake surrounded by nature and view to the mountains, just a 10 minute walk from the studio. Trail for walking or skiing around it, and better chances for spotting northern lights.
109 locals recommend
Prestvannet Lake
Pretty lake surrounded by nature and view to the mountains, just a 10 minute walk from the studio. Trail for walking or skiing around it, and better chances for spotting northern lights.
Famous sauna facility available for booking at their website (search for Pust Tromsø)
Sauna Pust Tromsø
Famous sauna facility available for booking at their website (search for Pust Tromsø)