A summer place for all

Enjoy an ice cream in the sunshine, have a picnic on the lawn, or be inspired by our exciting exhibitions.

These Are Our Summer Activities

Throughout the summer season, from 15 June to 15 August, we stock the ice cream freezer, bring out our mega chessboard and outdoor games, and offer fun activities for children every single day.

Opening Hours (15 June–15 August)
Monday–Friday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday: 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Photos of children playing — Bring the whole family for fun activities both indoors and outdoors. If you ask at the reception desk, you can borrow a variety of fun games to enjoy during your visit. Foto: Christel Slettli Hansen

Guided tour every Wednesday at 1PM

Every Wednesday at 1:00 PM, you can join the guided tour Sámi Culture – Past and Present, where you can learn about both traditional Sámi culture and contemporary Sámi society.

Ladies looking at a display with Sami tourist objects — Discover Sámi history and culture through our weekly guided tours of the exhibitions. Foto: David Jensen

Rotunden Museum Café – the City's Sweetest Outdoor Café

The Rotunden Museum Café is open every day, serving soup, pastries, ice cream, and much more. You're also welcome to bring your own packed lunch if you prefer. No museum ticket is required to visit the café.

Flower with a bee on. Man with stroller in the background — Relax with a coffee among flowers and buzzing bees. Foto: Christel Slettli Hansen

Get to Know the Nature and People of the North

Our exhibitions are, of course, also open. With us, you can journey through the history of Northern Norway, all the way back to the creation of the Earth, and discover a region where people have adapted to a highly variable climate over thousands of years.

Through our exhibitions, you can explore Sámi history, the geology and zoology of Northern Norway, Viking Age boat burials, and the region’s advanced Northern Lights research, among many other fascinating topics.