Tromsø, Capital of the Arctic

Tromsø, Capital of the Arctic

Tromsø, often referred to as the “Paris of the North”, is a lively city with fierce nature in its backyard and a dramatic polar history. Join us on a tour through the city and up onto its very roof.
Yellow cable car in Tromsø, to viewpoint over the city.

About the excursion

Join a guided bus tour – preferably by electric bus – through Tromsø’s city center to Full Steam – The Gateway to the Arctic, a historic building full of stories. You’ll also visit the iconic Arctic Cathedral with its striking stained glass, and ride the gondola up the mountain for breathtaking views. Remember warm clothing and good footwear for the top.

Direction: Northbound

Disembarkation port: Tromsø

Embarkation port: Tromsø

Time: 14:30-18:00 

Meal:  None

Level: 1 (Read more)

Season: All year round

Min/max persons: 15-336

Booking reference: TOSN1

Price: Price list

Due to ongoing construction work, Fjellheisen in Tromsø is unfortunately not accessible for wheelchair and rollator users. This will remain in effect until the completion of the new upper station in the summer of 2027

Arctic Cathedral in Tromsø illuminated on an autumn evening, with colorful stained-glass windows glowing through the triangular façade

The city of Tromsø is not only known as the “Paris of the North”; it is also “The Gateway to the Arctic”, and during your visit to the Full Steam building, you will get an insight into the city’s history from the 20th century to the present, including a story about the first tourists in Northern Norway and Tromsø. First and foremost, you will learn about the Sami culture, especially the part of it which is related to the sea.

   

During the excursion, you will also visit the Arctic Cathedral (Ishavskatedralen), one of Tromsø’s most iconic landmarks, known for its unique architecture and stained-glass windows.

   

Another highlight of the tour is the ride with the Fjellheisen cable car, taking you 421 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy a spectacular view overlooking the fjords, the city, and its surrounding islands and mountains. Feel free to take a short walk on the mountain or visit the restaurant on the top.

Tromsø is known as an international and modern city, as well as one of the world’s best “Northern Lights cities”.

   

Panoramic vinter view of Tromsø from the Cable Car on a clear day. Snow-covered mountains, fjords, and islands surround the city stretching across the peninsula.

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