Title: Visit Northern Norway: Best of Northern Norway Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Northern Norway](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Norway-Hotels.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Northern Norway](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Norway-Vacation-Rentals.d6056708.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Northern Norway](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Norway.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Northern Norway](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Norway.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Northern Norway Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Northern-Norway.d6056708.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northern Norway Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Norway.d6056708.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Northern Norway ## Travel Guide ![Leknes which includes a hotel and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155392-Leknes-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kautokeino](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/183000/183526-Northern-Norway.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Norway showing a small town or village and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155640-Nusfjord.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Norway](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155492-Stamsund.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kautokeino](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/183000/183525-Northern-Norway.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Norway Where to stay Things to do #### Learn about the residents’ indigenous roots, explore snowy terrain and gaze up at the aurora borealis in the Kingdom of Light. Northern Norway is a vast expanse with historical sites decorating the wilderness. Snowy peaks and islands make up the exceptional scenery of this cultural home of the Sami people. Drive through sparsely populated valleys and hills at the northern end of the world. Learn about the Sami community, the northernmost indigenous people in Europe, with a visit to [Sápmi Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Sapmi-Park-Karasjok.d6112640.Vacation-Attraction) in Karasjok. Taste reindeer meat, learn glass-blowing and watch a revealing film in the Magical Theater. The town has various intriguing sights, including the Sami Parliament of Norway and the Kárášjohka River. Among the largest towns is [Tromsø](https://www.expedia.ca/Tromso.d3512.Destination-Travel-Guides), which is known as the Gateway to the Arctic and has many cultural sights. Visit the Northern Norway Art Museum, the Mack Brewery and the [Tromsø University Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/Tromso-University-Museum-Tromso.d6112628.Vacation-Attraction) for an insight into the region’s history. The [Polar Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/Polar-Museum-Tromso.d6112624.Vacation-Attraction) contains interesting exhibits about seal hunting and Arctic expeditions. Summers are bright and relatively warm, with midnight sun in June and July. Lay down a blanket for a picnic next to Lillevardhaug Lake or As Lake. Explore the dense forests in the North Cape of Norway. Visit Kautokeino for the Kautokeino Church, the Kautokeino Museum and the charming [Juhls’ Silver Gallery](https://www.expedia.ca/Juhls-Silver-Gallery-Kautokeino.d6112638.Vacation-Attraction). The dark, freezing winter is the best time to see the northern lights, since parts of the region are totally deprived of sunlight in December and January. Gaze up at the green and pink rays of the aurora borealis from most parts of Northern Norway. Among the best place to see them is the Northern Lights Cathedral in [Alta](https://www.expedia.ca/Alta.d358.Destination-Travel-Guides). The region comprises Norway’s northernmost counties of [Nordland](https://www.expedia.ca/Nordland.d6056705.Destination-Travel-Guides), Troms and Finnmark. Take cruises to get to the various islands and drive around this picturesque terrain in the northern extremes of Europe. You can also fly from Oslo Airport to Tromsø and other towns. Cross the borders to see the northern parts of Sweden and Finland. Visit Northern Norway for its serenity, picturesque terrain and intriguing indigenous culture. ### Where to stay in Northern Norway ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vesterålen If you're spending some time in Vesterålen, Sortland Museum is a top sight worth visiting. [](https://expedia.ca/Sortland-Vesteralen.dx553248635975748833) - Northern Norway Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Northern Norway ![Clarion Hotel The Edge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7550000/7540900/7540823/24bf5646_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Clarion Hotel The Edge Kaigata 6 Tromsø CA $449 CA $502 total Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! 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[](https://expedia.ca/North-Cape-Nordkapp.d6112648.Vacation-Attraction) ![Honningsvag Port showing a small town or village, a marina and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155512-Nordkapp.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Honningsvåg Port 5/5(1 review) Notice the colorful backdrop of brightly painted buildings as you wander down a pier of this cruise port in northern Norway. [](https://expedia.ca/Honningsvag-Port-Nordkapp.d6287564.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tromso Cathedral which includes a monument](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155567-Tromso-Cathedral-Tromso-Domkirke.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tromso Cathedral 4/5(3 reviews) This 19th-century wooden Protestant cathedral is highly regarded for its Gothic Revival architecture, imposing bell tower and striking interior artwork. [](https://expedia.ca/Tromso-Cathedral-Tromso.d6112618.Vacation-Attraction) ![Arctic Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ae85a94218b5fabb1d6e3830a14523b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arctic Cathedral 4.5/5(3 reviews) After visiting Arctic Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tromsdalen. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's northern light views. [](https://expedia.ca/Arctic-Cathedral-Troms.d553248621532956495.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund showing a small town or village and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155494-Stamsund.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund Rugged coastlines, an island chain and migrating whales are some of the sights you can experience on boat trips from this port in the village of Stamsund. [](https://expedia.ca/Hurtigruten-Ferry-Terminal-Stamsund-Vestvagy.d6271236.Vacation-Attraction) ![Polaria which includes modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155516-Polaria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polaria 4.5/5(2 reviews) Designed as an educational center, this aquarium features knowledge-based exhibits, display tanks with local marine life and a panoramic cinema. 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