{"id":7400,"date":"2020-10-13T10:57:22","date_gmt":"2020-10-13T10:57:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nordnorge.com\/en\/?post_type=artikler&p=7400"},"modified":"2025-09-01T11:17:44","modified_gmt":"2025-09-01T11:17:44","slug":"see-the-northern-lights-in-walking-distance-from-tromso","status":"publish","type":"artikler","link":"https:\/\/nordnorge.com\/en\/artikkel\/see-the-northern-lights-in-walking-distance-from-tromso\/","title":{"rendered":"See the northern lights in walking distance from Troms\u00f8"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\tTroms\u00f8 is touted by many as one of the best places in the world to see the northern lights. However, many believe the only way to actually see the lights is to leave the city, but this isn\u2019t true!\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n

If you prefer to hunt for the lights on your own terms and in close proximity to the city, read on! Here we present some of the best locations on, or near, the island of Troms\u00f8ya (Troms\u00f8 island) for viewing the northern lights. These locations are all in walking\/ bus distance from the centre of town, so bear in mind that there will always be a degree of light pollution, but it shouldn\u2019t hinder your viewing if skies are partly clear\/ clear. Being on the coastline, the city benefits from gulf stream warmth meaning even in the depths of winter, the temperature rarely drops below -15 celsius. However, it is important to remember that when undertaking any of these trips it is at your own risk, and in the winter time wrap up warm, wear reflective markers, use spikes on your shoes if icy and if needed bring a head torch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Northern Lights over the Arctic Cathedral \u00a9 William Copeland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

You can see the northern lights in town<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re on a business trip, you only have a few hours to spare and the sky is clear, or it\u2019s not possible to take a tour due to mobility issues. Then the following suggestions are for you, as there are some places right in the centre of town that you can see a good display. If you see stars, even if there is a little cloud, it may be worth visiting these locations just in case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00a9 William Copeland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Harbour area<\/em> offers lights and pints <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many locations along the waterfront of the city actually have dark enough zones to see lights looking over towards the Arctic Cathedral. The best two areas we recommend are the stretch between the Scandic Ishavshotel and Kaia restaurant. And then outside Kystens hus if no boats are docked. You will likely find many other city visitors there on a clear night, stood ready with camera and tripod.<\/p>\n\n\n\n