Top Things to do in Norway

Norway has always been really high on my list of places to visit for a number of reasons. The main reason I’ve always wanted to visit Norway is because of the Northern Lights, but there a number of other reasons to visit this beautiful country. Norway is well known for its striking landscapes and it’s painfully cold winters – adding to the beauty of this country. Another unique way to explore Norway is on a cruise, allowing you to visit a lot of the smaller coaster towns that you might otherwise miss out! There are so many great things to do in Norway, but here is a list of the things I’d like to do most:

See the Northern Lights in Norway:
When I was living in the Czech Republic I almost booked flights to Norway to see the Northern Lights, but the winter had been fairly inconsistent and there was no guarantee that you’d see the lights. Norway isn’t cheap, especially if you’re living somewhere like the Czech Republic and you’re only earning money as an au pair. I’ve seen numerous photos and videos of the Northern Lights and I can’t help but be enchanted by all of them. It’s like a painting in the sky! The best place in Norway to view the Northern Lights is in the North of Norway or actually on a cruise – this is because you’re away from big cities and other light that might distract from viewing the Northern Lights.

Take a Cruise:
Cruising Norway can be a really great way to experience the country. You can get far enough away to enjoy the Northern Lights while still being able to have all the creature comforts of a cruise line. Hurtigruten’s Norway cruises offer a number of cruises to suit every budget and itinerary, ensuring you get to discover Norway how you want to. I’ve never been on a cruise before so I think cruising Norway would be a great way to visit this striking country.

Visit the North Cape:
If you are a fan of natural beauty, then Norway will absolutely spoil you. The North Cape is known for being one of the most popular places in Norway, with over 250,000 people visiting the Cape annually. Here you will see breathtaking views, as well as the dramatic cliff that is at the Northern tip of Europe.

Explore the Geirangerfjord:
If you love cliffs, waterfalls and lush greenery, then the Geirangerfjord is somewhere you must add to your list of places to visit in Norway. A number of cruises pass by here, because it is such a special destination. It’s a great place to take guided tours, to go hiking, fishing or boating. Visiting the Geirangerfjord is really weather dependent and because of the chilly winters it is best to visit during the warmer months.

Those are the things I’d most like to do in Norway. What’s top of your list for Norway? Have you been before?