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 $388 CA $434 total Jan 18 - Jan 19 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! (1,426 reviews) Standard and location excellent. Pitty the lobby bar closed at 30 minutes past midnight on New Year’s Eve. Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=7540823&PinnedHotelID=7540823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056708) ![Quality Hotel Saga](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83633/076c9094_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quality Hotel Saga Rich Withs Pl. 2 Tromsø CA $296 CA $332 total Jan 11 - Jan 12 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free breakfast, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) The location is excellent and access to many restaurants. One of the best things is the hotel buffet breakfast! The food is very delicious.The staff is friendly and hotel is clean. But the room is kind of small. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Honningsvag-Port-Nordkapp.d6287564.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?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) ![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. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Hurtigruten-Ferry-Terminal-Stamsund-Vestvagy.d6271236.Vacation-Attraction) ![Polar Museum featuring a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155533-Polar-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polar Museum Get insight into the history of many polar expeditions and learn about Norway’s heritage of bear trapping and arctic travelers in this intriguing museum. 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