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The Polar Museum

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The Polar Museum is a museum in Tromsø that takes care of and conveys stories related to Norwegian catches, Arctic science and polar …

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Mar 23, 2025
Really interesting museum, looks small but has a few floors, we were in there a couple of hours. There is a lot to read, English translations are provided. Worth a visit.Full review by Tessa6668
Mar 22, 2025
This is a small museum in Tromso but it does have a lot of information set out across 10 different rooms. There are also a number of interesting artifacts on show.Full review by David250386
Feb 25, 2025
This place was super busy! We enjoyed the sections about walrus hunting and Amundson! We were there right at open. Maybe if you get there later, the crowd will have dwindled.Full review by boymomdfw
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The Polar Museum stands as a captivating repository of Arctic history and exploration, providing visitors with an immersive journey in…
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hi,how much is the entrance fees?
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Sorry but I can’t remember how much it was to go in but it must have been cheap . It’s definitely worth a visit, lots to see over a few floors, lots about hunting but it’s a culture thing. Go …
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Sorry but I can’t remember how much it was to go in but it must have been cheap . It’s definitely worth a visit, lots to see over a few floors, lots about hunting but it’s a culture thing. Go and enjoy it !
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Answer by Robert W · Feb 15, 2024
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Hello there! Does somebody if this museum is duitable for children? Regards, marc
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Hi Marc, if you think your children will be okay with seeing stuffed real animals- then yes. I think it would be educational. Regards, Heather
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Hello, We are going to be in Tromso on Sunday, June 26. Will you be open? How far are you from the cruise ship port …
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Hello, We are going to be in Tromso on Sunday, June 26. Will you be open? How far are you from the cruise ship port (Emerald Princess). Thanks!
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It's about 10-15 minutes walk! Not sure if it's open! Check online!
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Hello, We are going to be in Tromso on Sunday, June 26. Will you be open? How far are you from the cruise ship port …
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Hello, We are going to be in Tromso on Sunday, June 26. Will you be open? How far are you from the cruise ship port (Emerald Princess).
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The museum is in Tromso city center. Walking distance. I'm pretty sure the museum will be open in the summer
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Where abouts in tromso is The Polar museum located we are staying at the Clarion Hotel Aurora is it walking distance
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It's 5 minutes walk from the hotel by the harbour.
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