Best Free Things to Do in Tromso

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Best Free Things to Do in Tromso

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  • Hjo_Hostel
    Bjorke, Norway8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were there on a tour with The Green Adventure, really beautiful place and nice beach. We will never forget this arctic picnic in this village.
    Written January 1, 2023
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  • Laila S
    Nairobi, Kenya198 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went in one winter night to try and catch the auroras. No luck with such cloudy skies but we appreciated the serenity of the place, and the fact that they have benches to sit on, especially that Aurora chasing can take hours and the ground is icy wet.
    Written February 27, 2024
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  • Brooke K
    Washington DC, DC226 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This garden is kept so clean and healthy! The views are incredible and the staff does a fabulous job with the upkeep of these plants and gardens.
    Written August 3, 2023
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  • LK Leung
    Hong Kong, China15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very lucky to have visited on a sunny day. About 1 hour drive + ferry ride from Tromso. It offers epic views on a clear day, and much less crowded than the city. Snowmobiling tour or skiing tour with guide strongly recommended, as the best scenic areas are off-road. It is also worth to spend more days in the area for exploring on foot. Do note that weather can change rapidly or deteriorates quickly on any day, so always check the weather and avalanche forecast before heading out.
    Written April 14, 2023
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  • Jason S
    Melbourne, Australia2,165 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Helpful, friendly and knowledgeable is all you can ask when you go to information centers.

    this one had all these and helped me plan my tours.
    Written July 29, 2024
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  • Cheryl
    78 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you are staying in Tromsø and the sky is looking clear this is one of the darker places you can go to see the lights without leaving the island. It was a half hour walk (uphill) from the centre of Tromsø. The roads are really well lit but shoe spikes might be advisable.

    I was really lucky as got to experience an hour of ever changing lights the night that I went.
    Written March 27, 2024
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  • chiasha
    Tokyo, Japan172 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It was nothing really special. But nice to look at. Did not go inside. Looks very neat during the day with the sun etc. Stands in the middle of the village.
    Written December 27, 2023
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  • Jason S
    Melbourne, Australia2,165 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice bridge linking both sides of the town, only takes about 15 minutes to walk across, I did it in winter and had no issues.

    Views are nice, on other side is artic cathedral and cable car, so important bridge to the town and people.
    Written July 29, 2024
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  • PayalBanerjee
    Bangalore71 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Spent a rainy afternoon in Tromso reading in a cozy nook. The library is massive and so well lit. The views on one side are lovely and the whole place has a warm, welcoming ambience. Saw several folks sitting and working away on their laptop and there was also a kids section downstairs to keep the little ones entertained. There’s also a cafe though we didn’t try it out. Perfect if you’re a book lover and have a few hours to spare in Tromso and looking for something chill and relaxing to do.
    Written August 31, 2024
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  • flamingice
    Maidstone, UK1,090 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I liked this place, but my husband wasn't too interested. Some of the artwork was really interesting and I enjoyed it, some of it I didn't quite 'get'. Still, it was worth a visit.
    Written December 31, 2022
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  • HelenJB18
    Brisbane, Australia31 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    If the weather is bad this is not a bad place to spend an hour or so. Interesting stories to follow.
    Written March 24, 2023
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  • Arne J
    Tromso, Norway25 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great selection of stores, free parking, possible to charge your electric car. Even a play room for smaller kids if you need some free time and they are over 4 years old
    Written July 6, 2024
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  • Rachel frost
    Melbourne, UK16 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Popped in on a rainy lunchtime, bar staff very helpful in beer choice. Good beer , different tv channels in different rooms. Good atmosphere.
    Written March 15, 2020
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  • StaffordSteve49
    Manchester, UK332 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unlike its Stockholm namesake this building is not a museum of buildings from around the kingdom but a single historical building left in situ conserved within its immediate surrounding. It is worth finding if only to gain a sense of scale for what Trondheim must have been like for most of its modern existence. There are nice cafes nearby, and it is not far on foot from the more well known buildings around the town hall. Worth a stroll even if you are only in town for an hour over two from a Hurtigruten cruise.
    Written August 27, 2019
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  • Marie T
    Antwerp Province, Belgium4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You can really find inner peace by looking at Miss Slydahl's art. She is an amazing artist! And a warm person!
    Written May 31, 2017
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