Lofoten Islands Cruise Port Guide
Photos: Lukas Beck (CC BY 4.0) · via Wikimedia Commons; Dean Winchester, Christoph Trois, Nenad Miletic, Vladimír Černý · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Norway
- Region:
- Northern Lights & Arctic Norway
- Coordinates:
- 68.3331° N, 14.6664° E
About Lofoten Islands
Lofoten is an archipelago and a traditional district in the county of Nordland, Norway. Lofoten has distinctive scenery with dramatic mountains and peaks, open sea and sheltered bays, beaches, and untouched lands. There are two towns, Svolvær and Leknes — the latter is approximately 169 km (105 mi) north of the Arctic Circle and approximately 2,420 km (1,500 mi) away from the North Pole. The archipelago experiences one of the world's largest elevated temperature anomalies relative to its high latitude. As of 2017, the islands attract one million tourists each year. Winter tourism has grown significantly, with visitors coming to experience the northern lights and unique Arctic scenery during the polar night season.
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Things to do in Lofoten Islands on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Magic Ice Lofoten · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Magic Ice Lofoten
4.2 (1,547) 12.2 km from port
Near: Scandic Vestfjord Lofoten (47 m) · Lofoten War Memorial Museum (186 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 6:00 – 10:00 pm
- Tuesday: 6:00 – 10:00 pm
- Wednesday: 6:00 – 10:00 pm
- Thursday: 6:00 – 10:00 pm
- Friday: 6:00 – 10:00 pm
- Saturday: 6:00 – 10:00 pm
- Sunday: 6:00 – 10:00 pm
- 5 · “Stunning ice art. Ice bar experience is the highlight Friendly staff In Svolbàer # highly recommend *it's very cold inside…” — Hema Choudhary
- 5 · “We chose the pack “Bring on the Cold” and really enjoyed the experience. The cocktails were tasty, the ice slide…” — Ilze Briede
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Photo: artur samulski · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Austnesfjorden
4.7 (1,222) 2.8 km from port
Near: Viewpoint (124 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Epic views and great facilities - definitely worth a stop. This spot is an absolute must-visit along the road. The…” — Alena Sovová
- 5 · “This is a beautiful viewpoint! They are 85 steps total, but they're short and deep and separated by walking portions.…” — Jodie Larsen
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Photo: เฮียหมู พาเที่ยว · via Google Maps Museum
Lofoten War Memorial Museum
4.7 (813) 12.1 km from port
Civilian & military memorabilia from WWII, including uniforms, weapons & literature.
Near: Lofoten kulturhus (37 m) · Thon Hotel Lofoten (56 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 am – 10:15 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 10:15 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 10:15 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 10:15 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 10:15 pm
- Saturday: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 pm, 6:30 – 10:15 pm
- 5 · “Very knowledgeable museum curator Open to 10am Lots of guns” — Thomas Morrison
- 5 · “Really worth a visit. Never seen this level of details before and interesting to see the war from the eye…” — Emilie
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Photo: Dina · via Google Maps Scenic point
Djevelporten Rock Bridge Photo
4.8 (549) 9.6 km from port
Near: Floya Summit (312 m) · Robrobfossen (482 m)
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “An absolutely unforgettable hike! The Sherpa stairs are well built, and the trail offers incredible views the entire way. Reaching…” — Nîmû Adventures
- 5 · “Amazing view but really difficult! Sherpa steps are quite steep, approx 820 steps till the signpost. After signpost really difficult…” — Hita Bianka
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Tourist attraction
Hessand beach
4.5 (182) 12.2 km from port
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Love this beach and the scenary” — Mexuss P
- 5 · “Great views to all directions, new great dry toilet (10kr, contactless). Suitable for camping for smaller vehicles and tents, but…” — Mikael Huuhtanen
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Tourist attraction
Sildpolltjønna Ship Wreck Lofoten Norway
4.1 (97) 1.9 km from port
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Cool place but not for the wreck that is destroyed” — Mexuss P
- 4 · “Sure, why not. If you're driving and need a break stop , walk around and take in the surroundings. Rocks…” — Kirill F
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Tourist attraction
Visit Lofoten
4.8 (59) 12.0 km from port
Near: Torget (43 m) · Thon Hotel Lofoten (62 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- 5 · “Such beautiful views!” — Daria Badiu
- 5 · “A very good place to visit when you are in Norways. Aside from its picturisque sceneries, they have also museum…” — Venezia Monet Domondon- Lim
Map of Lofoten Islands and nearby attractions
Best time to visit Lofoten Islands
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