Things to do in Norway

3 destinations in Norway, when to visit each, and what a trip actually costs.

Places to visit in Norway

When flights to each destination are cheapest.

Bergen: January through March and November are the cheapest months to fly to Bergen, with round-trip fares from US hubs often 30-40% lower than peak summer (June-August); midweek departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) shave an additional 10-15% compared to Friday or Sunday flights.
Oslo: Fly to Oslo in January-February or late October-November for the lowest fares, often 30-45% cheaper than summer peak (June-August). Tuesdays and Wednesdays consistently offer the best midweek fares regardless of season.
Tromso: Flying mid-January through February or late April to May avoids peak aurora-chaser and summer tourist seasons, with savings of roughly 25-40% on flights versus December or the July midnight-sun peak. Midweek departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) consistently undercut weekend fares by 15-20%.

A day on the ground for one person travelling alone, before flights: somewhere to sleep, food, something to do and getting around.

Set your dates, budget and home airport on any destination below for a total that includes flights.

Bergen: Hike Mount Ulriken via trails Bergen's highest city mountain offers breathtaking 360° views with free access via marked trails from Haukeland.
Bergen: Stroll Bryggen alleyways Duck behind the famous facades into medieval timber passages full of artisan workshops and hidden courtyards.
Oslo: Vigeland Sculpture Park stroll World-class outdoor sculpture experience entirely free, any time of year
Oslo: Aker Brygge waterfront walk Oslo's lively harbor promenade lined with public art, boats, and fjord views
Tromso: Stroll Storgata & the Old Town Wander wooden 19th-century buildings and the lively pedestrian street at no cost.
Tromso: Midnight Sun viewing from the waterfront In summer, watch the sun refuse to set over the fjord, a surreal, unforgettable experience.

Pingvinen in Bergen, Kjøttkaker (Norwegian meatballs) with mashed potato and gravy Plates $18-24
Bare Vestland in Bergen, Open-faced smørbrød sandwiches with local cured fish Plates $10-16
Mathallen Oslo in Oslo, Grab a bowl of fish soup or smørbrød open-faced sandwich from any vendor Plates $10-16
Syverkiosken in Oslo, Classic Norwegian hot dog (pølse) with all the toppings, a true local institution Plates $5-8
Nerstranda food court (Nerstranda Shopping Centre) in Tromso, Daily hot specials from various stalls Plates $10-14
Driv student café in Tromso, Soup of the day with bread Plates $8-13