Things to do in Ålesund

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Alesund Church featuring heritage architecture
Alesund Museum
Alesund Museum
Alesund - More og Romsdal showing a city and a river or creek
Alesund - More og Romsdal which includes a river or creek and a city

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Alesund - More og Romsdal showing a river or creek and a city

Aksla Viewpoint

Learn about the local history of Ålesund when you take a trip to Aksla Viewpoint. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Aksla Viewpoint
Alesund Church featuring heritage architecture

Alesund Church

After visiting Alesund Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ålesund. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Alesund Church
Alesund Museum

Alesund Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Alesund Museum during your travels in Ålesund. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Alesund Museum
Alesund Golf Club

Alesund Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Skodje at Alesund Golf Club. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops while you're in the area.

Alesund Golf Club

Alesund Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Ålesund with a trip to Alesund Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Alesund Ferry Terminal

Atlanterhavsparken

Take the family to visit the sea life at Atlanterhavsparken during your trip to Ålesund. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Atlanterhavsparken

Alesund Aquarium

Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Alesund Aquarium during your trip to Ålesund. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Alesund Aquarium

Tourist Information Office Alesund

After visiting Tourist Information Office Alesund, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ålesund. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Tourist Information Office Alesund

Color Line Stadium

Catch an event at Color Line Stadium during your trip to Ålesund. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Color Line Stadium
Alesund - More og Romsdal featuring a river or creek

Molde

Fjord

Fjord

Frequently asked questions

Is Ålesund worth visiting?
Whether you plan to experience the local charm and cultural highlights or try unique foods and explore the outdoors, there are plenty of things to do in Ålesund.
How do I spend a day in Ålesund?
Once you've checked off leading attractions like Atlanterhavsparken and Alesund Aquarium, spend the rest of your day experiencing Ålesund's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Ålesund?
Atlanterhavsparken is one of the top tourist attractions in Ålesund and deserves a spot on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Ålesund?
Three days will be enough time to tick off many city highlights, such as Atlanterhavsparken, Alesund Aquarium and Jugendstil Art Nouveau Centre. The average stay in Ålesund is two days. If you have the time to extend your escape, Giske isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Ålesund with kids?
Planning what to do in Ålesund with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're vacationing with little ones or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights and activities to keep everyone entertained here.

What to do in Ålesund for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Ålesund, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to The Fisheries Museum.
Are there free things to do in Ålesund?
From enjoying parks to wandering around hip neighborhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Ålesund. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Jugendstil Art Nouveau Centre is a must for anyone wishing to save on their travel adventures.