Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northern Norway October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Northern Norway Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Norway.dx6056708)[Hotels in Northern Norway](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Norway-Hotels.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northern Norway](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Norway.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Flights)[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) # What to do in Northern Norway ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northern Norway Types of activities Where to stay [Northern Norway travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Norway.dx6056708) ![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) ## Northern Norway Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Northern Norway has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Northern Norway is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northern Norway to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Northern Norway Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northern Norway. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Norway attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ## Top places to visit ### 1\. North Cape Look over the immense Arctic Ocean from North Cape’s cliff plateau. Discover seabirds, including puffins and sea eagles. Spot otters, weasels and hares in the wilderness. North Cape features a tourist center that is open year-round, with exhibits examining the region’s ecology and North Cape as a traveler destination. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Cape-Nordkapp.d6112648.Vacation-Attraction) ![North Cape featuring a monument and views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155539-North-Cape-Nordkapp.jpg) ### 2\. Honningsvåg Port Honningsvåg Port is the gateway to Norway’s northernmost city and the famous North Cape. The port is just a short walk from the main street of Honningsvåg, where you will find restaurants serving seafood straight from the icy Arctic Ocean. Shop for a number of local items, including knitwear, printed textiles and handmade clothing. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Honningsvag-Port-Nordkapp.d6287564.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) ### 3\. Tromso Cathedral Notice the exquisite stained-glass windows as you enter the beautiful Tromsø Cathedral. Admire the open wooden interior and the stunning replica painting of Christ’s resurrection by Norwegian romantic painter Adolph Tidemand. This great church is one of the largest wooden cathedrals in Norway. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Tromso-Cathedral-Tromso.d6112618.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) ### 4\. Polaria Learn about the ecology of the Arctic from a number of educational displays at Polaria. See bearded seals swimming in a large tank and view an exhibit about clams being used by researchers to identify changes in the arctic marine ecosystem. This aquarium has been designed as a resource to educate visitors on the region’s marine life and the effect of climate change on the Arctic. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Polaria-Troms.d6112632.Vacation-Attraction) ![Polaria which includes modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155516-Polaria.jpg) ### 5\. Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund Hurtigruten Ferry Terminal Stamsund is a port on the island of Vestvågøy in the Lofoten archipelago. It’s a great place to watch cruise ships dock, dine at waterfront cafés and enjoy relaxed walks. The terminal is also the starting point for dozens of excursions along the Norwegian coast and out to sea. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Hurtigruten-Ferry-Terminal-Stamsund-Vestvagy.d6271236.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) ## Recommended things to do in Northern Norway | Number of things to do | 10 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [3 Hour UNESCO World Heritage Hike to Komsa Mountain](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-unesco-world-heritage-hike-to-komsa-mountain.a49052275.activity-details): CA $124 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Discover the Tastes of Northern Norway A Culinary Adventure](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-the-tastes-of-northern-norway-a-culinary-adventure.a48795233.activity-details) - [Trip to view Alta City from Altabakken](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-trip-to-the-ski-jump-in-alta.a47633949.activity-details) - [3 Hour UNESCO World Heritage Hike to Komsa Mountain](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-unesco-world-heritage-hike-to-komsa-mountain.a49052275.activity-details) - [Hike to Orvvosfossen Waterfall](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hike-to-orvvosfossen-waterfall.a48371868.activity-details) - [Alta: Small-Group Guided Northern Lights Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alta-small-group-guided-northern-lights-tour.a48227681.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Discover the Tastes of Northern Norway A Culinary Adventure](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-the-tastes-of-northern-norway-a-culinary-adventure.a48795233.activity-details) - [Trip to view Alta City from Altabakken](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-trip-to-the-ski-jump-in-alta.a47633949.activity-details) - [3 Hour UNESCO World Heritage Hike to Komsa Mountain](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-unesco-world-heritage-hike-to-komsa-mountain.a49052275.activity-details) - [Small Group Whale Watching by RIB](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fjord-and-whale-safari-tour.a45050128.activity-details) - [From Alta: Small Group Whale Watching by RIB](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-alta-fjord-whale-adventure.a47667366.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Trip to view Alta City from Altabakken](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-trip-to-the-ski-jump-in-alta.a47633949.activity-details) - [Small Group Whale Watching by RIB](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fjord-and-whale-safari-tour.a45050128.activity-details) - [From Alta: Small Group Whale Watching by RIB](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-alta-fjord-whale-adventure.a47667366.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northern Norway * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Northern Norway ![North Cape featuring a monument and views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155539-North-Cape-Nordkapp.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Cape The famous cape on the island of Magerøya is known for its tall jagged cliff with viewing areas and a range of excellent facilities for visitors. [](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 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 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) ![Torghatten](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3762f958fec4a4b155d91d412c161d3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Torghatten Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Torghatten during your travels in Brønnøy. [](https://expedia.ca/Torghatten-Brnny.d553248635976021944.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 Designed as an educational center, this aquarium features knowledge-based exhibits, display tanks with local marine life and a panoramic cinema. [](https://expedia.ca/Polaria-Troms.d6112632.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) ![Arctic Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ae85a94218b5fabb1d6e3830a14523b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arctic Cathedral 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) ![Henningsvaer Bridge featuring a bridge and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155502-Svolvaer.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Henningsvaer Bridge Enjoy beautiful archipelago views from the gateway between the secluded fishing village of Henningsvær and the main island of Austvågøya. [](https://expedia.ca/Henningsvaer-Bridge-Svolvaer.d6320716.Vacation-Attraction) ![Saltstraumen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3cd502f5abceced91cc8066414604534.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Saltstraumen Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Saltstraumen during your travels in Bodo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Saltstraumen-Bodo.d6112594.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of 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) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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