The Rest of Tromsø – Exploring the City
The Rest of Tromsø - Exploring the City
This section, entitled The Rest of Tromsø, covers some of the places that I thought were important to mention but couldn’t figure out where to fit them into my other pages. Many of these places are not the main tourist attractions of Tromsø but are places that I thought were worth visiting. I hope this page helps you learn a little bit more about some non-touristy things to do in Tromsø.
The Rest of Tromsø - Table of Contents
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Storgata Street - Tromsø, Norway's Main Street
Storgata street is the main pedestrian street in Tromsø and is packed with restaurants, cafes, and souvenir/specialty shops. It is an excellent place to start if you are exploring Tromsø by foot or have a few hours to kill in between tours. I highly recommend walking through the shops and making a few purchases to bring home. In addition to supporting the local economy, there are some beautiful items and gifts available. Also, there are some really great restaurants and cafes on Storgata Street. While I didn’t visit many of them because I was typically on tours, I did have a really good pizza.
While some parts of Storgata Street have heated sidewalks that melt the snow, I found that boots were necessary at all times in Tromsø.
The Coop Prix is a convenience store that had excellent snacks and quick meals. Not wanting to spend much time waiting in restaurants it is where I ate many my meals. Also, notice the H&M on the left-hand side and the Tromsø Souvenir Shop on the right.
Tromsø Harbor is a short walk from Storgata Street. There are various shops and restaurants around as well as a few different hotels that are right on the water. I enjoyed taking pictures of the colorful buildings near the harbor. During cruise season, cruise ships are arriving and often departing from Tromsø Harbor. You can experience the harbor in less than an hour. I highly recommend you make some time to explore Tromsø Harbor.
One of the days I was in Tromsø a Hurtigruten Cruise Ship arrived. This company offers day tours as well as multi-day tours out of Tromsø. The ship wasn’t there long as it was gone the following morning.
Walking Around Tromsø
When walking around Tromsø there are all sorts of exciting and unique things to see. Be sure to watch out for trolls. I found these two on Storgata Street outside a local souvenir shop. Thankfully they were very friendly!
As far as the difficulty of walking, I had little issues walking through the snow. Just be sure to bring good boots and a waterproof outer layer. A warm winter coat is most important, but I would have been miserable without a waterproof raincoat to wear over it.
Google Maps worked well for me, and all of my destinations were easy to find. Tromsø is so compact that after a day or two I didn’t even need to use my map. If you don’t have international cellphone service most of the hotels provide paper maps and many of the businesses have free WIFI.
If you need to make a call, there are even some telephone booths like the one on the right. Just make sure you are prepared to dig to get the door open.
Driving Around Tromsø
I chose not to rent a car and instead opted for tours. I was worried about driving in the Arctic winter conditions and felt like I would have a better experience having a guide show me around. If you do rent a car, all cars in Tromsø are required to have special studded snow tires. Getting from Tromsø Island to the other islands is easy. There are multiple bridges and underground tunnels connecting the islands. The biggest downside of renting a car would be the cost of fuel. Gasoline was Kr15.78 per liter during my trip, which comes out kr 59.72 per gallon or $7.30 per gallon.
Tours that Depart from Tromsø
There are so many wonderful tours that depart from Tromsø City. Some of these tours include whale watching, northern lights, dog sledding, snowshoeing, fishing, fjord cruises, and more. Even if every one of your days in Tromsø is filled with tours, I highly recommend a trip to the Fjellheisen Cable Car. I am an affiliate of Viator. If you book any of the tours below, I will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider booking with one of my links.
These prices are accurate as of April 2023.
 Lapland Husky Sled Safari from Tromso - $219.49 Love snow? Love speed? Then this 4.5-hour husky safari experience from Tromsø combines them in one adrenaline-rushing adventure. Travel to a husky farm in the wilderness around Tromsø, and meet the eager huskies. Then sit inside your sled for a breathless journey across beautiful Breivikeidet, racing through white winter scenery or the dark Lapland night. Back at the husky farm, refuel with a hot drink and cake in a tepee-like tent, before your return to Tromsø. |
 Small-group Arctic Landscapes Sightseeing Tour from Tromso - Winter - $159.63 Arctic Landscapes is a road-trip to the fjords around Tromsø. On this tour you'll discover places with breath-taking sceneries, see the wildlife, take the best photos and enjoy home-made food on a picnic in the Arctic. Come and join the ride in the countryside of Tromsø! |
 Reindeer Sledding, Feeding, and Sami Culture Tour from Tromso - $211.51 Enjoy the Sami experience of reindeer sledding, where you'll enjoy a long sleigh ride (30 mins) pulled by a wild reindeer. Then feed a herd of 200 reindeer at the camp, and gather inside a traditional Sami tent for a hot meal and to listen to stories about Sami culture around the campfire. A Sami guide will also perform a folk song for you before return transportation to Tromsø. |
 Lapland Husky Sled Safari from Tromso - $218.73 Self Mushing. Love snow? Love speed? Then this 4.5-hour husky safari experience from Tromsø combines them in one adrenaline-rushing adventure. Travel to a husky farm in the wilderness around Tromsø, and meet the eager huskies. Then sit inside your sled for a breathless journey across beautiful Breivikeidet, racing through white winter scenery or the dark Lapland night. Back at the husky farm, refuel with a hot drink and cake in a tepee-like tent, before your return to Tromsø. |
 Northern Lights by Minibus. Photos Under the Lights included. Tromso - $150.06 Get an intimate look at the Aurora Borealis on a 15 people group Northern Lights tour, departing from Tromsø. This 7-hour nighttime tour travels off the beaten path on an Arctic route. See the eye-catching display and focus your camera lens with tips from your photographer guide. Snacks, drinks around the fire, plus a thermal suit, professional photos, and round-trip hotel transportation are all included. |
 Summer Night Campfire Tour from Tromso - $159.63 A Summer Night Campfire is a small-group tour for those, who wish to enjoy watching the never-ending sunset of the arctic summer nights in a cosy atmosphere. The tour takes you to the beautiful islands on the west side of Tromsø with fjords, mountains and the Norwegian sea. During the evening you'll experience the midnight sun by sitting on a reindeer skin in front of a bonfire having warm home-made meal. |
 Puppy Training Experience at a Husky Farm in Tromso - $131.69 One of Tromsø's main ambitions is participation in dogsled racing. Training of both dogs and people throughout the year is essential and summer is the time for new puppies first try at teamwork. Take part in the most fun part of our job, spending time with the little ones as they race to see who will become the next star leader dog. Suitable for adults and always a hit with the kid |
 Northern Lights Safari from Tromso - $173.14 Chase the Northern Lights and experience the beauty of the north in Tromsø with personal service, good food and lots of fun. You will look fabulous with the provided thermal suits and you will not forget this night with the lady AURORA dancing above you. Photos will be taken and sent to you by e-mail to remind you about this unforgettable night. Looking forward to seeing you! |
 Essential Tromso Historical City Walk - $37.00 An experienced guide introduces you to the city of Tromsø and its century long history full of stories and anecdotes. You will encounter Tromsø's most important landmarks, including several northern superlatives and charming wooden houses from the city's time as central trade hub in the North. |
 Small-group Snowshoeing Tour from Tromso - $146.33 Take a walk on the wild side of Tromsø on this small-group outdoor tour and explore the Arctic nature on foot. You'll be taken to the countryside of Tromsø in the middle of beautiful mountains, fjords and valleys, where you and your group will snowshoe up a small mountain with a guide. On the tour we'll be using snowshoes, which makes it easier and a lot of fun to walk on the snow. |
 Reindeer Camp Dinner with Chance of Northern Lights in Tromso - $192.89 On this evening tour from Tromsø, enjoy the chance to feed native reindeer, and feast on a traditional dinner with local Sami reindeer herders while they tell you about their culture and traditions. You'll also hear about the importance to the community of the Northern Lights, which you may be lucky enough to see if the sky is clear above the reindeer camp. 3-course dinner is included. |
 Northern Lights and Reindeer Sledding in Tromso - $195.65 We would like to give you the opportunity to become better acquainted with the Saami culture and join a soft and pleasant Reindeer Sledding safari and have a chance of observing the Northern Lights at the same time. |
 Tromso Fjord & Wildlife Cruise - $149.71 With panoramic views and underwater drones, this cruise brings you closer to the epic coastal landscapes of the North. The area around Tromsø is dotted with straights and bays, rich with wildlife, from fish below to eagles soaring above. |
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