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Northern Lights Tours in Alta, Norway — When, Where & How to See the Aurora
Alta, Norway may not get the same attention as Tromsø, but locals quietly call it the City of the Northern Lights — and for good reason.
Every winter, Alta becomes one of the most reliable places on Earth to join a Northern Lights tour and actually see the aurora dance.
We’ve actually seen some of our best auroras there, and it’s the mix of quiet roads, wide skies, and cozy Arctic charm that makes it special… with less tourists, as we love it!
Tromsø vs. Alta - Which Northern Norway Town Should You Choose in 2025?
Norway is one of the best places on Earth to chase the Northern Lights and enjoy breathtaking landscapes — but when you zoom into the map, the Arctic north gives you two tempting main bases: Tromsø and Alta.
Both towns promise aurora magic, Arctic adventures, and that raw, snow-dusted beauty. But which is the right one for your trip in 2025? We’ve been to both — frozen toes included — and here’s the breakdown.
👉 This article is part of our Arctic Travel Hub, where we gather all our insider tips, destinations, and stories. If you’re chasing the northern lights, also check out our Northern Lights Hub.
Spoiler alert: We have a personal favorite, but both are absolutely worth a visit.
The Northernmost Everythings: Bars, Churches, Malls and Saunas at the Edge of the World
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from our Arctic adventures, it’s that human stubbornness knows no latitude. Where most creatures call it quits, slap on some fur, and hibernate, humans build bars, churches, and—of course — saunas. Because what’s a little darkness, ice, and bone-snapping wind when there’s beer to drink, sins to confess, and steam to sweat out?
We’ve been there, frozen that — from sipping local brews in Svalbard to sweating it out in a sauna shaped like a golden egg in Sweden. So here’s our firsthand guide to the northernmost everythings—places so absurdly remote that you’ll question why (and how) they even exist.
Alta, Norway: What to Do in the Arctic’s Most Underrated Town
When we got to Alta, locals kept asking us: “Why Alta”?
Indeed, many visitors skip Alta on their way to the North Cape, or just stop in Tromsø. And you know what? They’re missing out. Big time.
Alta might not be plastered all over Instagram, but that’s the beauty of it. And, as you know, our kind of destinations at Penguin Trampoline!
Interestingly for us, Arctic addicts, Alta is considered the northernmost city in the world with a population surpassing 10,000.
So, keep reading to find out why visit Alta, Norway!