Geirangerfjord
Region: Møre og Romsdal County
Nature
A representative fjord with cliffs and waterfalls, registered as a World Heritage Site
Tourism in Norway
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Preikestolen
Region: Rogaland County
Nature
Spectacular view of Lysefjord from a 604m vertical cliff
Bergen Bryggen
Region: Bergen
Cultural Heritage
Medieval port town with wooden warehouses from the Hanseatic period
Oslo Opera House
Region: Oslo
Modern Architecture
Theater modeled after an iceberg with glass and marble exterior, with walkable roof
Nidaros Cathedral
Region: Trondheim
Cultural Heritage
Northern Europe's largest Gothic cathedral, site of Saint Olav's tomb
Lofoten Islands
Region: Nordland County
Nature
Archipelago with steep mountains and fishing villages, a photographer's dream
Flåm Railway
Region: Vestland County
Transportation
Scenic train with maximum gradient of 55‰ descending to Sognefjord
Svalbard Archipelago - Longyearbyen
Region: Svalbard
Nature
Arctic outpost at 78°N, gateway for polar bear watching and Arctic experiences
Vigeland Sculpture Park
Region: Oslo
Urban Park
Citizens' relaxation spot with 212 unique sculptures
Atlantic Road
Region: Møre og Romsdal County
Modern Architecture
Scenic drive route with bridges arcing over the sea
Suggested itineraries
Classic Fjord 7 Days
Duration (days): 7
Highlights: Bergen, Geirangerfjord cruise, Flåm Railway, Preikestolen climb
Experience representative fjords and World Heritage townscapes while touring the west coast
Winter Northern Lights & Dog Sledding 5 Days
Duration (days): 5
Highlights: Tromsø, Sami cultural experience, Dog sledding, Northern lights viewing
Short-term model utilizing the long Arctic nights for high-probability aurora viewing
Urban and Art 3-Day Oslo Stay
Duration (days): 3
Highlights: Munch Museum, Oslo Opera House, Vigeland Park
Casually enjoy art, modern architecture, and Nordic cuisine on a weekend trip
Travel tips
- Make good use of hotel breakfasts due to high prices
- Cashless society. Credit cards and mobile payments are convenient
- Northern regions are around 10°C even in summer. Warm clothing essential
- Alcohol sold only at Vinmonopolet, pay attention to business hours
- Trekking is self-responsible. Submission of mountain cards recommended
- Public transport can be searched and purchased together via apps like Ruter and Vy
- Many shops closed on Sundays
- Early booking safe for high-season fjord cruises
- Large seasonal differences in daylight hours, including polar night and midnight sun, check in advance
- Road surfaces slippery, spiked shoes reassuring in winter
- Outdoor drinking prohibited in many designated areas
- Tipping culture not strong, but sometimes 10% given at upscale restaurants