Overview
Set in a red 1830 harbor warehouse, this museum chronicles the heroic history of Norwegian Arctic explorers and Tromsø's trappers. Exhibits feature relics and journals from polar legends like Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen, the history of polar bear and walrus hunting, and the lives of Tromsø trappers who worked Svalbard from the 1700s. It explains why Tromsø was called the 'Paris of the North' and the launching point of 19th-20th century polar expeditions. Admission about NOK 80. Near the harbor in city center.
Opening Hours
10:00-17:00 (09:00-18:00 in Jun-Aug).
Travel Tips
The film commemorating Amundsen's South Pole conquest is fascinating. Combine with a Tromsø harbor walk.
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Other attractions in Tromsø
Arctic Cathedral
A modern triangular church that is Tromsø's signature landmark.
Polaria
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Fjellheisen Cable Car
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Tromsø Domkirke
The world's northernmost wooden cathedral, a Neo-Gothic building completed in 1861.
Mack Brewery
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Tromsø Arctic-Alpine Botanic Garden
The world's northernmost botanic garden, freely showcasing Arctic and alpine plants.
Tromsø Public Library
A striking modern city library with free Wi-Fi and impressive views.