Category Archives: Norway

22 Things to Do in Tromso in Winter (and 2 You Can Skip!)

One of the best things to do in Tromso is to stroll along the harbor!

Every year, I meet several people who have booked a trip to Tromso in winter and wonder if there is enough to do to keep occupied for a few days. Well, I am here to declare that there is MORE than enough to keep occupied in Norway’s Arctic capital! And these are some of the […]

4 Best Sami Experiences in Tromso (Reindeer, Aurora, & More!)

Visiting and feeding reindeer in Tromso

One of the best winter activities and excursions in Northern Norway is visiting a Tromso reindeer farm and learning more about the Sami culture and their relationship with reindeer. This guide will showcase ethical Sami tours and places where you can go reindeer sledding in Tromso (or simply just feed the reindeer). I have been […]

Perfect 2-5 Day Tromso Itinerary for Winter (2024-2025)

Tromso itinerary: What to do with 2-5 days in Tromso

I have been fortunate enough to visit Tromso several times (and even ‘live’ there for a month), and each time I visit, I am amazed at how many people head to Northern Norway’s capital without a plan! This Tromso itinerary will give you details on how to spend 2–5 days in Tromso during the winter […]

9 Tromso Museums to Visit (When the Weather Lets You Down!)

The Polar Museum in Tromso - one of the most popular spots!

Most people flock to Tromso to partake in once-in-a-lifetime activities. But, these Tromso museums are worth adding to your itinerary, too! You never know when you end up with a rainy day, a canceled tour (let’s hope not!), or a storm that makes you want to head indoors! The museums in town have your back!  […]

25 Useful Things to Know Before You Visit Tromso (2024-2025)

Traveling Tromso is such a great idea - just prepare beforehand!

There are several things I recommend travelers know before they visit Tromso, Norway. This guide is a conclusive list of my Tromso travel tips – and it covers all seasons as I have visited multiple times! In my guide, you will find all the useful tips and recommendations I have for those traveling to Tromso, […]

5 Best Tromso Northern Lights Tours + Tips (2024-2025)

Best northern lights tours in Tromso, Norway

I have seen the northern lights in Tromso a handful of times – often on tours but more often than not on my own. As someone who lives in the Arctic, I get excited when someone books a trip up north and gets to check ‘seeing the aurora’ off on their bucket list! In this […]