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Book your arctic Harstad experience here!

Start your experience of the Arctic right here in Harstad! Check out and book one of the many exciting activities for a unforgettable adventure.
Winter in Harstad
Basecamp Arctic

Harstad is the perfect base for your holiday in Northern Norway. With its' central location right between Tromsø and Lofoten, you can easily go on daytrips in the region whilst spending the night in the surroundings of Harstad.
Grottebadet - The Waterpark underneath the city

A spectacular world underneath Harstad City centre! Visit Harstads water park inside the mountain.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
2. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
Hiking
Medieval farm, Trondenes Historical centre

You can get to know this region, from the stone age to this day, through the historical exhibition "1000 years with plow, cross and sword". From 125 NOK.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
The Adolf Gun sightseeing

Visit one of the largest battleship-cannons put on land in Europe during the second World War. You need to book tickets in advance.
History & Culture
The world's northernmost inhabited archipelago

Explore the vast and beautiful archipelago in Harstad – miles upon miles of rugged mountain peaks touching the stunning blue sky, hidden tranquil coves with waves gently cradling against the rocks..
Harstad Tourist Office

Welcome to Harstad, the city in the middle of Northern Norway
1. 21 Aug 20233 Jun 2024
Travelling to Harstad

Instead of finding out on your own how to get to Harstad, have we compiled this list of all recommended transportation methods for you!

Welcome to Harstad

Situated on Norway’s biggest Island, Hinnøya, you find Harstad – a region with unforgettable nature experiences, local food with excellent chefs, genuine shops, music festivals, an untouched archipelago and much more! Home to the most romantic place in Norway to see the midnight sun and in the middle of the northern lights belt – Harstad is ready to seduce you as well! With 24/7 hours of sunlight in summertime and the mysterious green and purple northern lights in wintertime, the natural phenomena in the Harstad area can be experienced all year.