Located on the island of Tromsøya in Northern Norway is a beautiful and cozy city of Tromsø. Due to the influence of the Gulf Stream, it is warmer than most other places of the same latitude. After landing in the international airport the first surprising thing you meet with is the underground tunnel network. It creates an impression of the fairy city with its warmly illuminated ways and toy-like road signs.
On the way out the fascinating city pops up. Slow down and take a walk along its beautiful nordic streets packed with the old wooden houses that exist with modern architecture side by side.Walking to the Fjellheisen Cable Car, cross the famous Tromsø bridge. Make a stop for a few minutes at the center to enjoy the remarkable panoramic landscape of the Tromsø city and harbor, Tromsøysundet strait, and mountains. At the end of the path, you get the spectacular Arctic Cathedral scenery.
Take a one-mile walk through the Tromsdalen neighborhood and set off in one of two gondolas, known as polar bear and seal, up to the mountain ledge. Only four minutes trip and you are on the viewing platform of the Fløya mountain, enjoying the breathtaking view of Tromsø, fjords, endless islands, open sea, and mountains. It is a perfect spot to chase the majestic northern lights in winter or observe the midnight sun in summer.
Upon return to the land get some rest and go for hunting Aurora. Buy an activity and travel in a group bus guided by professionals or rent a car and chase it on your own, using northern lights forecast. It is undoubtedly the most mysterious and extraordinary experience you may witness.
The next day plan a visit to Sámi camp to immerse in their culture, have a ride in a traditional sled, feed charming reindeers, and stand among the herd of two hundred creatures. These fluffy and curious animals approach to eat from the small bucket in your hands, but once you take a step towards, they timidly run away. Warm yourself up around a campfire, while listening to the unique joiking and herders’ stories. After all, enjoy the delicious meal made of reindeer meat. It may astonish you, here you feed the animal and there you eat one, but Sámi people call it the circle of life.
Wanna explore the Arctic even better, then go to Polaria. The most northerly aquarium in the world offers you panoramic cinema, exhibitions, one large and several small aquariums, and unforgettable four seals training and feeding which is considered the most popular attraction.
What else is Tromsø so famous for in winter? Undoubtedly, the whale watching. Tour by hybrid-electric catamaran is a good option for whale safari. The trip starts in the morning and takes almost all day. Humpback and killer whales feed on herring in the fjords at this time of the year. This fantastic adventure takes you to the world’s biggest mammals closer than ever.
Beyond any doubt, Tromsø is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Midnight sun, polar nights, whale watching, northern lights, fjord cruise, and many other activities this small, but the adventurous city, can offer in any season.