Alesund Shore Excursion The Atlantic Highlights Tour
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Experience the very best of Ålesund on a captivating tour that begins in the city’s Art Nouveau centre, where colourful façades and elegant architecture tell the story of a city reborn after the great fire of 1904. Continue to the Atlantic Ocean Park, one of Northern Europe’s largest saltwater aquariums, and discover playful otters, penguins, and the vibrant marine life of the Norwegian coast. Travel through underwater tunnels to the island of Giske, birthplace of Viking Rollo, and continue to the charming coastal village of Alnes on Godøy for stunning ocean views and a stop at the historic lighthouse. A perfect blend of culture, nature, and unforgettable sights.
Inclusions
What's included
- Tour guide
- Discover the island of Giske
- Sightseeing tour
- Visit to the Atlantic Sea Park
- Visit to the Alnes Lighthouse
What's not
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Starting point of the tour
Drive along the Brosund Canal and discover the Art Nouveau architecture downtown Ålesund
Learn all about the fascinating marine life of the Norwegian coast, from colourful fish and crabs to seals, penguins, and even otters. With its numerous fish tanks and an interactive science centre, Atlanterhavsparken offers a fun, engaging, and educational experience for visitors of all ages
Explore Giske, dotted with farms where cows and sheep graze peacefully in the fields. Giske is also famous as the birthplace of the renowned Viking Rollo, the first Duke of Normandy and an ancestor of the British Royal Family
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, visit the lighthouse, or take a relaxing stroll along the beach. It’s the perfect stop for anyone wishing to soak up the beauty and charm of the Norwegian coast
Endpoint of the tour
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is within walking distance from the port/pier and most of the hotels. Look for our staff on the pier, yellow jackets, carrying our company logo. Be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Please note that "gate" means "street" in Norwegian.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 45 travellers
- Operated by
- Norway Excursions AS
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to new regulations from the city for Mount Aksla, there is an influx of new visitors to Alnes lighthouse. On some occasions our visit to Alnes may change from an inside visit to an outside or panorama visit.
- Tours conducted in April or October may be guided in English only, due to limited guide availability during the shoulder season.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking "ship name"
- Service animals are not allowed by default as other customers may have allergies, in case a service animal is needed please contact us
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide in English due to mixed groups
How it compares in Ålesund
- Its from-price is 73% below the median of the 19 city tours we list in Ålesund.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 19.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Ålesund
Ålesund is a harbour town on Norway's west coast, rebuilt in Art Nouveau style after a fire, with fjords and bird islands within reach.
Ålesund lies on a cluster of islands where the Norwegian Sea meets the Sunnmøre Alps, in Møre og Romsdal. A fire in 1904 destroyed most of the town, and it was rebuilt within a few years in Art Nouveau style, with turrets, spires and ornament in stone along the harbour canal. The Art Nouveau Centre tells the story, and the 418 steps up Aksla hill lead to a viewpoint over islands and peaks.
Top-ranked sights in Ålesund: Alnes Lighthouse, Alesund Church, Giske Church.
