Finnmark

Norway

A coastal village with colorful houses, a dock, and a mountainous backdrop.
Two wooden cabins with grass roofs by a calm lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees and hills.
A modern church with a tall tower and a cross at the entrance.
A winding road on a grassy hillside with a body of water in the foreground.
A group of dogs pulling a sled across a snowy landscape during sunset.

Popular cities in Finnmark

A lakeside village with houses, a road, and mountains in the background.
Alta
Known for Northern lights, Tours and Cross-country skiing
Alta is one of our northernmost towns and is the perfect place to experience Norwegian nature and mountain plateaus. You also get to experience city life and culture!

Reasons to visit

  • Northern Lights Cathedral
  • Alta Museum
  • Alta Rock Carvings
A harbor with boats, buildings, and mountains in the background.
Nordkapp
Known for Ports, Small town and Camping
Discover northern Norway’s remote natural beauty and wildlife while traversing spectacular snow-covered mountains or during deep-sea fishing charters.

Reasons to visit

  • North Cape
  • Honningsvåg Port
  • Knivskjellodden
A coastal town with colorful houses and a rocky shoreline.
Hammerfest
Known for Ports, Sea and Boating
Outgoing and talkative locals with tall tales to tell make a visit to Hammerfest that bit more exciting.

Reasons to visit

  • Kvalsund Bridge
  • Kvalsund Church
A log cabin with snow-covered eaves and windows, surrounded by a snowy landscape and trees.
Karasjok
Known for Sledding, Relaxing and Art
Come to the Finnmark plateau and discover stunning scenery. Learn about Sami art and culture and enjoy a traditional meal prepared over an open fire.

Reasons to visit

  • Sapmi Park
A calm river with rocky cliffs and trees in the background.
South Varanger
Known for Coffee, Excursions and Northern lights
Explore South Varanger: its northern lights, coffee, adventures, and more!
A person standing on a snowy landscape under a night sky with green aurora borealis.
Porsanger
Known for Fishing, Northern lights and Safaris
Explore upscale Porsanger: its fishing, northern lights, UNESCO site, and more!

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