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. 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(1,407 reviews) Lovely room with a window we could open for fresh air. Friendly staff Amazing breakfast Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025 [](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 $298 CA $334 total Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026 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! (1,001 reviews) Fabulous breakfast and great location. 3rd bed could have been a bit more substantial. 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[](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) ![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 5/5(4 reviews) 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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[](https://expedia.ca/Hurtigruten-Ferry-Terminal-Stamsund-Vestvagy.d6271236.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Group under Northern Lights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2723481/e1c38835-4fa9-431a-a575-8ba3511d2e4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Northern Lights tour with Alta Adventure CA $258 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/northern-lights-tour-with-alta-adventure.a2723481.activity-details) ![Old Ski Jump in Alta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47633949/39072323-723c-4d0e-b73c-491acb04d1ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Trip to view Alta City from Altabakken CA $227 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/trip-to-view-alta-city-from-altabakken.a47633949.activity-details) ![Northern Lights Minibus Chase Max 16 Person In Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49565261/55d1a4b7-588e-4eab-8dc7-2ab4a602d312.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Northern Lights Minibus Chase Max 16 Person In Group CA $278 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/northern-lights-minibus-chase-max-16-person-in-group.a49565261.activity-details) ![Scooter safari i sentrum av Alta. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49658997/d3882539-9244-40a7-91ea-d80ec820e8aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snowmobile or UTV Safari in centrum of Alta city. close to harbor CA $304 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/snowmobile-or-utv-safari-in-centrum-of-alta-city-close-to-harbor.a49658997.activity-details) ![Sleigh or wagon ride in the arctic Country side ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1669588/f2082398-f1cd-4c1b-810d-982035c9f165.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sleigh or wagon ride in the arctic Country side CA $300 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sleigh-or-wagon-ride-in-the-arctic-country-side.a1669588.activity-details) ![Igloo Ice Hotel and Hiking to the Frozen Waterfall from Alta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49750479/10ac0308-9643-46ef-9647-01840b30c9a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Igloo Ice Hotel and Hiking to the Frozen Waterfall from Alta CA $430 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/igloo-ice-hotel-and-hiking-to-the-frozen-waterfall-from-alta.a49750479.activity-details) [See all activities in Northern Norway](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Norway.d6056708.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Places of interest - [North Cape ](https://expedia.ca/North-Cape-Nordkapp.d6112648.Vacation-Attraction) - [Honningsvåg Port ](https://expedia.ca/Honningsvag-Port-Nordkapp.d6287564.Vacation-Attraction) - [Arctic Cathedral ](https://expedia.ca/Arctic-Cathedral-Troms.d553248621532956495.Vacation-Attraction) - [Polar Museum ](https://expedia.ca/Polar-Museum-Troms.d6112624.Vacation-Attraction) - [Polaria ](https://expedia.ca/Polaria-Troms.d6112632.Vacation-Attraction) - [Polar-Alpine Botanical Gardens ](https://expedia.ca/Polar-Alpine-Botanical-Gardens-Troms.d6313458.Vacation-Attraction) - [Saltfjellet-Svartisen National Park ](https://expedia.ca/Saltfjellet-Svartisen-National-Park-Nordland.d6298996.Vacation-Attraction) ![](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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