Plan your visit to The Arctic University Museum of Norway

The museums adress is Lars Thøringsveg 10. It is located on the south of Tromso island, about 2.5 km from the city centre.

Visit us by bus

Use the journey planner Svipper to find the best route (look for Tromsø Museum in the system).

Bus no. 40 goes from the city centre and stops closest to the museum — the stop is called Tromsø Museum. Bus nr. 33 goes to the stop Telegrafbukta (about 300 m from the museum).

Please note that bus tickets cannot be purchased at the museum.

Visit us by car

Guest parking is available to the right of the museum. 

The parking area includes two accessible spaces, and there’s a smooth, step-free surface all the way to the entrance.

Parking fees and hours are shown on site — you can pay via mobile app (easypark) or at the ticket machine (across the street, about 50 m away) using cash or card.

You can also park at Telegrafbukta and follow the pedestrian and cycle path from Kvaløyvegen (about 300 m).

If you have any questions, just ask our friendly staff at the reception!

Visit us walking, biking or skiing

If you have the chance, we highly recommend enjoying the scenery surrounding the museum. There are several paths and a light trail close by, and the popular city beach Telegrafbukta is only 300 m away.

If you come by bike, there is a bicycle rack by the main entrance.

If you arrive on skis, you can store your skis in the cloakroom during your visit.

GPS- koordinates: 69.635069 18.913572

The Arctic University Museum of Norway

Lars Thøringsveg 10, 9006 Tomsø

Christmas 2025

Monday December 22. - 10.00–16.30 / 10 AM-4.30 PM
Tuesday December 23. - 10.00–16.30 / 10 AM-4.30 PM
Wednesday December 24. - CLOSED
Thursday December 25. - CLOSED
Fri Dec 26. – Wed Dec 31. - 11.00–16.00 / 11 AM-4 PM
Thursday January 1. - CLOSED
Friday January 2. - 10.00–16.30 / 10 AM-4.30 PM

Winter Season

August 16th – June 14th

Monday-Friday
10:00-16:30 / 10 AM-4.30 PM

Saturday-Sunday
11:00-16:00 / 11 AM-4 PM

Summer Season

June 15th – August 15th

Monday-Friday
10:00-18:00 / 10 AM-6 PM

Saturday-Sunday
11:00-17:00 / 11 AM-5 PM

We’re open every day with a few exceptions

The Arctic University Museum of Norway is open all days during the year, except for:

January 1st
May 1st
May 17th
December 24th
December 25th

These days the museum, including the cafe and the museum shop, is closed.

Café Rotunden

At Café Rotunden, you can help yourself to coffee, tea, soft drinks, and a variety of snacks Monday to Saturday during the museum’s opening hours.

On Sundays, the café is open with staff from 12 PM to 3.30 PM – serving delicious freshly baked waffles and more.

The Museum shop

Looking for a special gift? We have a wide selection of unique gift items and books that you can only find here. You’re welcome to visit the shop without purchasing a ticket to the rest of the museum.

The museum shop is open during the museum’s opening hours.

Follow us on Instagram: arktiskmuseum_shop

Guided tours

"Discover the Aurora"

A guided tour of our northern lights exhibion "Under the Lights". Delve into both the captivating myths and the enlightening facts surrounding the Northern Lights, while also gaining insight into Aurora research.

Join us every Tuesday at 2.00 PM (14:00) during fall season 2025 and spring season 2026!*

We recommend booking your tickets in advance. Same-day tickets are also available at the museum, if spots are open.

*The tour is offered every week, with some exceptions such as national holidays, Christmas, and other special occasions. The booking calendar available through the link is updated with all available dates. Additional guided tours may also be arranged. Please contact us if you have any questions: booking@tmu.uit.no

"Sami Culture - Past and Present"

The museum displays comprehensive exhibitions about the Sami people. This tour invites you to explore the history of the Sami nation, together with one of our skilled guides.

Join us every Thursday at 2.00 PM (14:00) during fall season 2025 and spring season 2026!*

We recommend booking your tickets in advance. Same-day tickets are also available at the museum, if spots are open.

*The tour is offered every week, with some exceptions such as national holidays, Christmas, and other special occasions. The booking calendar available through the link is updated with all available dates. Additional guided tours may also be arranged. Please contact us if you have any questions: booking@tmu.uit.no

For questions, call +47 776 45 001 or email booking@tmu.uit.no

In addition, free admission is offered to:

• Companions (with a valid companion card)
• Holders of the Opplevelseskortet and one accompanying adult
• Individuals who work with informing visitors and tourists about activities and attractions in Tromsø (valid identification required)

In addition, free admission is offered to:

• Companions (with a valid companion card)
• Holders of the Opplevelseskortet and one accompanying adult
• Individuals who work with informing visitors and tourists about activities and attractions in Tromsø (valid identification required)