Tromsø
Tromsø, the “Gateway to the Arctic,” offers cruise guests a rare mix of vibrant city life, spectacular wilderness, midnight sun, and northern lights
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About Tromsø
Tromsø, the “Gateway to the Arctic,” is a northern gem that captures the heart of every visitor. The city is a lively hub of culture and education with an international atmosphere, beautifully located on an island surrounded by mountains and fjords.
Tromsø is the ideal destination to experience both the midnight sun in summer and the northern lights in winter, offering a unique blend of urban life and wilderness.
Tromsø’s Arctic location provides unique opportunities for year-round tourism. The wide range of activities, together with its extraordinary nature and culture, makes Tromsø a highly valued destination for cruise lines looking to offer something out of the ordinary.
Port Information
Tromsø Port has strong capacity and several cruise quays located close to the city center, ensuring efficient embarkation and disembarkation.
The port is developing Prostneset, an environmentally friendly terminal and infrastructure project for Tromsø, which will also enhance cruise facilities, improve seafood offerings, and create a welcoming city beach.
Port services
- Full shore excursion services
- Tailormade product development
- Destination development
- Guide services
- Transportation
- Shuttle service
- Dispatch service
Guide Services & Excursions
Shore excursions in the Tromsø region are outstanding. In winter, northern lights safaris—by bus, boat, or dog sled—are a major draw.
Summer brings midnight sun adventures, whale safaris, cable car rides with Fjellheisen, and visits to ice hotels and Sámi camps.
Environmental focus and value creation
As a driver of the green maritime transition, Tromsø Port is investing in sustainable solutions.
It is reducing energy use across its properties and exploring solar power as a future energy source for both port facilities and ships.
The port also leads efforts in the circular economy by developing methods for handling bio-waste and marine plastics.
