Svolvaer Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Northern Norway which includes a small town or village, boating and mountains
Svolvaer
Lofoten War Memorial Museum
Northern Norway showing boating, a small town or village and mountains
Henningsvaer Bridge showing general coastal views and a bridge

Magnificent and magical scenery where mountains and the sea come together as one. The area offers great experiences whatever the weather.

There are many beautiful hiking areas in Svolvær, by the sea and in the mountains. Why not climb Svolværgeita, the most famous peak in the area? There are plenty of great experiences to be had at sea, including fishing trips and safaris. The area also has a very rich cultural life with a number of museums and exhibitions.

Svolvær is a town in the municipality of Vågan in Nordland with a population of approximately 4,600. The oldest settlements in the area date back to the Bronze Ages and are recorded in written sources from the 1500s. In the early 1900s, the area developed from a small fishing village to an area that has been undergoing extensive population growth ever since. The fishing industry is central to developments in Svolvær and it is now one of the largest fish farming areas in Norway.

There are plenty of attractions and sights to see. Visit the Nordnorsk Artist Centre and the Lofoten War Museum. Tempting outdoor activities include surfing at Unstad or a trip up Mt Tjeldbergtind. A visit to the Magic Ice Bar to see the large range of ice sculptures is also recommended.

Remember to pack plenty of warm clothes if you intend to spend much time outside. It can be cold even in summer, especially if you head out to sea. There are several great cycle paths and hiking trails along the seaside, and if you are lucky, the weather might be nice enough to go for a swim.

Svolvær has its own airport, making it easy to reach by plane. There are daily flights from Bodø, which has connections to most major airports in Norway. Hurtigruten ships call at Svolvær every day and there are also bus and speedboat links to Bodø.

A holiday in Svolvær offers outstanding natural experiences, and the area provides a great insight into Northern Norwegian culture and art. So with magnificent mountain hikes and experiences at sea just waiting for you, why not book your next holiday to Svolvær?

Nordis Hotel Lofoten

Nordis Hotel Lofoten

2.5 out of 5
Austnesfjordgata 36, Vagan
The price is ₹12,095 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹12,095
₹13,546 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vagan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lofoten Temagalleri and Lofoten Escape ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (69 reviews)
"Conveniently located in the center and good breakfast"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Nordis Hotel Lofoten
Thon Hotel Svolvær

Thon Hotel Svolvær

3 out of 5
Avisgata 1, Vagan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹23,167 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹23,167
₹25,947 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Vagan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (302 reviews)
"This was an excellent hotel. It was an excellent location walkable to everything, with an really high quality breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Thon Hotel Svolvær
Fast Hotel Svolvær

Fast Hotel Svolvær

2.5 out of 5
O.J Kaarbøs gate 2, Vagan
The price is ₹13,189 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹13,189
₹14,854 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vagan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business centre and premium bedding. Popular attractions Lofoten War Memorial Museum ...
7.4/10 Good! (570 reviews)
Excellent comfortable hotel, great location
"Very clean room with spacious bathroom. Heating in both worked very well. Excellent convenient location across the road from the main ferry terminal (for the Hurtigruten and Havila coastal voyages) and Airport Express Bus stop. Local bus stops, supermarket, shopping mall with pharmacy, Tromso's pedestrian ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

Fast Hotel Svolvær
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lofoten Basecamp

Lofoten Basecamp

3 out of 5
Skreda 37, Vestvågøy, Nordland
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Vestvågøy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (227 reviews)
"Convenient quiet location, very hospitable and informative hosts, sauna."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Lofoten Basecamp
Svinøya Rorbuer

Svinøya Rorbuer

3 out of 5
2 Gunnar Bergs vei, Vagan, Nordland
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Vagan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lofoten Temagalleri and Nordnorsk Kunstnersenter ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"No frills lodging but the location was fantastic."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Svinøya Rorbuer
Statsbuene i Kabelvåg

Statsbuene i Kabelvåg

3 out of 5
Steinveien 11, Vagan
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Vagan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (81 reviews)
"Great views and very atmospheric cottage. Spacious and comfortable. Easy check in"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Statsbuene i Kabelvåg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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