Chase the Northern Lights at the Edge of Arctic Norway
Far from city lights, with open sky in every direction, this makes Nordkapp one of the best places to see them.
Far from city lights, with open sky in every direction, this makes Nordkapp one of the best places to see them.
Book a hotel room with a stunning view. While here also take time to recollect and enjoy their spa that includes sauna and a pool under the seasonal sky.
Experience where the catches from the ocean come ashore — for a guided tour through the entire production, from dock to finished product. The tour ends with a tasting of king crab, stockfish and caviar.
Exploring Honningsvåg? Make sure to stop by the jewellery boutique where a local artist gathers wildflowers from the landscapes around the North Cape and transforms them into wearable art (No booking needed).
Experience Arctic wildlife on a RIB boat tour along the majestic coastline. The trip also includes a visit to Bruket - Fish Factory, a fish processing plant, where you can taste local delicacies such as dried fish and Norwegian caviar.
Travel from Honningsvåg to the North Cape on a guided English-language tour across Magerøya. See Arctic landscapes, coastal viewpoints, and the famous North Cape plateau.
This indoor exhibition explores the stories and themes connected to the ocean, the force that has shaped life, culture and survival here at the top of Europe. A fun and engaging visit for families and curious explorers of all ages, rain or shine.
Gjesvær is a true pearl of Magerøya, with spectacular landscape. During the summer months it is a home for many colonies of seabirds, and in winter period it is a good place to catch the Northern Lights.
This is where the island's daily life happens. Honningsvåg's harbour, airport and streets are the starting point for almost every trip north on Magerøya.
Kamøyvær is an idyllic fishing village on the road to the North Cape
Skarsvåg is the world's northernmost fishing village — just 14 km from the North Cape, and close enough to feel like the edge itself.
The North Cape Plateau - where the Arctic Ocean meets the sky. A breathtaking viewpoint and home to the iconic Globe monument.
Nordvågen is a dreamy fishing village, located in close proximity to Honningsvåg.
Sarnes is a small coastal settlement located about 10 km south of Honningsvåg, along the road to the North Cape.
Shopping in Honningsvåg reflects the character of the North Cape. Here you’ll find small local shops, handmade crafts, outdoor clothing, souvenirs, and everyday essentials - all within walking distance of the town center.
Whether you prefer staying near the harbour or surrounded by quiet coastal nature, you’ll have comfortable places to rest while exploring the area.
The food on Magerøya is influenced by the sea, the seasons, and the pace of coastal life. You’ll find cafés, restaurants and pubs where seafood, local stories and everyday atmosphere meet — whether you’re looking for a relaxed meal or something simple on the go.
Here, the seasons are felt in the sky. Light changes, colours shift, and the landscape follows. Visiting the North Cape means meeting the place as it is - in that moment.
From the Sherpa stairs to local breweries and delicious seafood: ten things to do in Honningsvåg, the starting point for every trip to Nordkapp.
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