The self-assured capital of the Arctic, Tromsø is a city of dazzling contrasts. The largest city north of the Arctic Circle it is ringed by a spectacular girdle of mountain landscapes and ice encrusted fjords and is home to the world’s northernmost university, brewery and cathedral, making it at once a city of captivating scenic and cultural diversity. .
The city itself has a fascinating architectural inheritance and many of its 19th century buildings still remain, whilst the distinctly unique Arctic Cathedral is one of the city’s most iconic modern landmarks.
Inspired by Norway’s absorbing folklore and natural beauty its simple interior lends prominence to a spectacular triangular stained-glass window that fills an entire wall. A rich mix of native cultures also affords a unique insight into the Arctic’s indigenous traditions and Trømso can boast a lively nightlife and a number of excellent restaurants that serve a variety of dishes based on Arctic ingredients.
Founded in the latter years of the 18th century, Tromsø became the centre of the Arctic's rich fishing industry during the 1850s, going on to become the starting point for many of the early 20th century Polar expeditions, earning it the title of the 'gateway to the Arctic'.
Its Polar Museum and Polaria Centre are rich repositories for the vast array of Polar history and folklore and are a matchless source of information on the pioneering work of the early explorers.
TROMSØ HOTELS
Radisson SAS Tromsø ****Nestled in the heart of downtown Tromsø, the newly refurbished Radisson SAS Hotel is the ideal base for exploring the inviting deep blue waters of the Arctic Sea as well as the majestic fjords which surround this tranquil area. The hotel has just completed a total renovation of all 269 guest rooms with high-quality furnishings and modern amenities. With its central location, our hotel is just steps away from many of the city's galleries, excellent shopping and restaurant areas making it ideal for both business and leisure travellers. |
Clarion Bryggen ****Clarion Bryggen Tromso Hotel is located in the city center of Tromso. Built in 2001, the Clarion Bryggen Hotel is the newest large-scale hotel in Tromso, with a harbor-front position. The hotel has a contemporary-style lobby, wide upstairs hallways, and big-windowed bedrooms that are comfortably laid out, usually with a writing table. One of the favored spots here is the outdoor hot tub on the rooftop terrace near the hotel's sauna. As icy rain falls, hot-tubbers soak up the heat while admiring panoramas over the frigid waters of Tromso's harbor. |
 Rica Ishavshotel ****This hotel features eye-catching modern architecture in steel and glass with views over the Tromso harbour, and is two kilometres from Ishavskatedralen, the Artic cathedral.
Guests can enjoy a drink in either of the hotel bars, and sample traditional cuisine and specialities from the north of Norway in the contemporary restaurant.
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