Sightseeing in Tromso - what to see. Complete travel guide

Returning to the theme of attractions and sightseeing, it is surely worth mentioning Arctic Cathedral, which has become the undisputed symbol of Tromso. The cathedral is like a majestic iceberg. This is a true work of architectural art. This church is decorated with huge mosaic windows, so it looks like a palace of the Snow Queen from the fairy tale. Learn about the history of the city and look at collections of historical finds in Museum of Tromso, which was organized in the 19th century. Hunters and fishermen will find much interesting in visiting Polar Museum, which exhibits a collection of antique weapons, fishing gear and other attributes associated with fishing.
The city has also prepared a surprise for fans of beer, because a great brewery can be found here. It was opened over a hundred years ago. Here is prepared the best dark beer in Norway are. Diverse your cultural program with the visit to Northern Lights Observatory, in which you will be offered to attend fascinating lectures and a laser show. When you want to admire the panorama of the city, move your feet to the top of the Storsteinen Mountain which is equipped with multiple viewing platforms. You will find several cozy restaurants at the foot of the mountain. There is also a lift, which will take you to the top in minutes. Theater fans and music lovers should definitely visit Culture House, where they will be able to visit concerts and orchestra performances. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
A great vacation spot for tourists with children and all nature lovers will be a Polar Zoo. It is the world's northernmost wildlife park. Its visitors can see animals who have perfectly adapted to the conditions of the harsh winter, for which these places have long become home. Typical zoo inhabitants are lynx, bears, reindeer, wolves, elk, and musk oxen. The zoo is completely different from an ordinary one. Unique, close to natural, environments have been created here for animals. The zoo is open to visits all year round.

Trips to the nearby island of Kvaloya, also known as the island of whales, are extremely popular among lovers of guided tours. The island is remarkable not only for its natural beauty but for unique archaeological sites. Researchers found signs of cave paintings aged more than 2500 years there.

Lovers of event tourism will be interested in visiting Tromso in January. The International Film Festival - the largest of its kind in Norway - is held in this month. At the end of the month, they hold an equally exciting music festival called the Northern Lights. Classical and modern musicians take part in it. Annual world's most northern marathon is held in Tromso in June.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Tromso and surroundings
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National and city parks around Tromso
♥ National Park 'Øvre Dividal' , 110.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Vadvetjåkka' , 127.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Øvre Dividal' , 110.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Vadvetjåkka' , 127.5 km from the center. On the map


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