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://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919972618/ec458eab-e80f-4810-820f-31e8b03f0ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Leknes which includes a hotel and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919972618/ec458eab-e80f-4810-820f-31e8b03f0ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kautokeino](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4439/0e2db7ac-f877-499d-9783-adb790122f3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Norway showing a small town or village and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919972618/c93c2de7-e545-4893-8c7a-4f2b0608bcaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stamsund showing tranquil scenes, a small town or village and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129766/06eed469-d778-42c4-ae72-3a574023a427.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 $468 CA $524 total Jan 25 - Jan 26 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! (1,427 reviews) The room was clean but very small Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=7540823&PinnedHotelID=7540823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056708) ![Moxy Tromso](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91420000/91416900/91416843/86e3cb0f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moxy Tromso Huldervegen 2 Tromsø CA $355 CA $398 total Jan 30 - Jan 31 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! 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(533 reviews) There is a grocery shop nearby, which make it very convenient, and all the cooking stuff is there to use too. But we didn’t get any view. Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Troms-Hotels-Skaret-By-Vander.h87362014.Hotel-Information) ![TotalApartments - Stakkevollvegen studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109460000/109455300/109455209/cc19f747_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### TotalApartments - Stakkevollvegen studio 303 Stakkevollvegen Tromsø Troms Stay at this aparthotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Tromso Fjords and Polar-Alpine Botanical Gardens are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (116 reviews) Modern studio with good amenities. Bus stop only a short walk away. Supermarkets nearby. A pleasant stay. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Honningsvag-Port-Nordkapp.d6287564.Vacation-Attraction) ![North Cape featuring a monument and views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112648/16e2f022-f447-4064-8cd4-bc2d5a66293c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Cape 5/5(1 review) 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) ![Tromso Cathedral which includes a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112618/7c5d6dd6-7b67-4df7-a8dc-5a998479fadd.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. 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