The Ultimate Guide to Northern Norway: Top Things to Do (2025)
- Sophie
- Sep 1
- 2 min read
Cities in Northern Norway, such as Tromsø and Lyngen, are known for their unique activities that we'll go through together! Be sure to keep reading until the end for ways to finish out your Norway trip...
*not arranged in any order
Northern Lights Chasing
Whether you're in a car or boat, chasing the Northern Lights while in the Arctic Circle is a must. Aurora Borealis is an incredible, unique phenomenon; however, it is never guaranteed to be seen due to its natural occurrence only.
Dogsledding (only available December to March)
With the help of a team of huskies, dogsledding in the Lyngen Alps is unlike anything else. Though it's cold and sometimes hard to control, this activity is perfect for any animal lover and thrill seeker!
Snowshoeing
For travelers who want to exercise while viewing the Lyngenfjord, slap some snowshoes on! It's another chilly but adrenaline-building experience for anyone willing to learn how to walk in a whole new way.
Arctic Float (only available November to March)
Bonus! Best Things to Do in Oslo, Norway (in the Winter)
Sunset Fjord Sauna and Cold Plunge
This is a prime example of luxury thrill-seeking: getting your body all warmed up and comfortable, only to then jump into the freezing cold water to really get your circulation going. It may seem crazy, but for Norwegians, this is a daily occurrence in the Skagerrak Strait.
National Museum (Nasjonalmuseet)
Home to Edvard Munch's "The Scream" and thousands of other works, the National Museum is a must-visit destination for all art lovers. It's the largest museum in the Nordic region, featuring pieces by Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso.
Oslo Public Library (Deichman Bjørvika)
One of Oslo's 22 connected libraries, the Bjørvika houses the Future Library Project, an initiative by Katie Paterson launched in 2014. Each year, a new author is inducted into this unpublished collection, which will not be read or published in 2114!
Holmenkollen Ski Jump
Visit this iconic sight from the 1952 Winter Olympics. First opened in 1892, this ski jump has been used for a multitude of international competitions and is now part of its own museum. You can get up close to the attraction and experience a ski simulator, all while seeing a new viewpoint of the city of Oslo!
