The original Tromsø city walk with Polar Museum
Overview
Discover the secrets of the City of Tromsø and our century long history with a local guide and a SMALL GROUP: Despite the maximum of 15 guests, most tours are held for smaller groups of 4-8.
On this tour, we cover the area of Tromsø within the original borders of 1794. Already before the city was formally established, there has been centuries of human activity in this area. Especially the last 230 years made Tromsø to what it is today.
In addition to a wealth of historical sites, we will also encounter statues, busts and murals, telling stories of the people who crafted their destiny in the Arctic.
The tour includes a guided tour at Tromsø's unique Polar Museum.
All regular tours on Wednesdays and Saturdays are held in English.
What's Included
- English language commentary
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Historical city walking tour
- Admission to Polar Museum
- Professional guide
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- No hotel pickup and drop-off available
Meeting Location
Samuel Arnesens gate 5
9008 Tromsø, Norway
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Strandtorget 1
9008 Tromsø, Norway
What To Expect
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Tromso Budget Tours (pass by)
Roald Amundsen Monument (pass by)
The Polar Museum
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Raketten Bar & Pølse (pass by)
Tromso Domkirke (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Meet your guide at the tourist information office. The default language of the tour is English.
- There are some stairs in the Polar Museum. Outside, we will walk a total of 2,5km on flat terrain.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- English language commentary.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Historical city walking tour.
- Admission to Polar Museum.
- Professional guide.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- Gratuities.
- No hotel pickup and drop-off available.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The original Tromsø city walk with Polar Museum is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- English language commentary
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Historical city walking tour
- Admission to Polar Museum
- Professional guide
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- No hotel pickup and drop-off available
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Meet your guide at the tourist information office. The default language of the tour is English.
- There are some stairs in the Polar Museum. Outside, we will walk a total of 2,5km on flat terrain.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
