Trondheim Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Trondheim featuring a bay or harbour, a coastal town and a bridge
This university city with historic wooden houses, museums, islets and snow-capped mountains still attracts pilgrims to its medieval cathedral.

Trondheim is a historic Norwegian city at the mouth of the Nidelva River. Visit the city’s historical sites, cultural displays and lively bars. Surrounded by mountains and islets, Trondheim is also a great place to swim, hike or ski in an idyllic natural setting. 

The city’s landmark Nidaros Cathedral has been a pilgrimage destination since the 11th century. Worshippers still walk here all the way from Oslo, a 400-mile (640-kilometre) journey, to visit the grave of Norway’s patron saint Olav Haraldsson. Visit in late July for the cultural St. Olav Festival with a medieval-themed market, shows, concerts and exhibitions.

Across the churchyard, visit the old mint in the Archbishop's Palace to see royal regalia. The museum also showcases archeological finds. 

Take your camera and cross the river at the Old Town Bridge and walk under the Lykkens portal (Gate of Happiness) to Bakklandet. This picturesque neighbourhood with colourful wooden houses, shops and restaurants is one of Trondheim’s most visited spots. 

Trondheim’s many museums highlight the city’s maritime, artistic, religious and medieval past. If you love music, don’t miss the global instruments in the Ringve Museum and the Rock ’n’ Roll experience in the Rockheim museum.

In summer, jump on a boat from the fish markets at Ravnkloa to nearby Monks’ Island. This tiny island was used for executions during the Viking Age and also housed a fort and monastery, but is now a pleasant place to sit in the café or relax on the beach.

Discover Trondheim on foot or by bike, or make use of the bus and tram system. The Trampe Cyclocable, a bicycle lift, helps you to get up the steep Brubakken Hill. At the top, explore the 17th-century Kristiansten Fortress. Another, more modern, vantage point is the city’s 400-foot (120-metre) high Tyholt Tower.

Public transport also services the mountains where you can hike or ski in Trondheim’s beautiful scenery. Perhaps you will spot elk and reindeer!

Where to stay in Trondheim

Trondheim featuring a city and a garden

Trondheim City Centre

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Trondheim City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Torget Square or Olavshallen Concert Hall.

Trondheim City Centre
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Ranheim

When in Ranheim, you can plan a visit to Leangen Ishall and Leangen Horseracing Track, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ranheim
P-Hotels Brattøra
P-Hotels Brattøra
3.5 out of 5
Fosenkaia 7, Trondheim
The price is ₹6,135 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹6,135
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Trondheim. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,130 reviews)
"Nice room."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2023

P-Hotels Brattøra
Radisson Blu Royal Garden Hotel
Radisson Blu Royal Garden Hotel
4 out of 5
Kjopmannsgata 73, Trondheim
The price is ₹8,615 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
₹8,615
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Trondheim. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Popular attractions Olavshallen Concert Hall and Trondheim Maritime ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Sep 2023

Radisson Blu Royal Garden Hotel
Britannia Hotel
Britannia Hotel
5 out of 5
Dronningens gate 5, Trondheim
The price is ₹19,444 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
₹19,444
per night
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Trondheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Trondheim Tourist Information Centre and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"5 star in all asoects"

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2024

Britannia Hotel
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.
Bjørvika Apartments, Solsiden Area, Trondheim city center
Bjørvika Apartments, Solsiden Area, Trondheim city center
4 out of 5
Verftsgata 1, Trondheim
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Trondheim. Enjoy free WiFi, a terrace and Netflix. Popular attractions Leiv Eiriksson Statue and Trondheim Maritime Museum are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (67 reviews)
"Check in wasn't as easy as it should of been, raining heavily and internet given wouldn't connect to get keys out. Luckly a gentleman from a restaurant near by came with his mobile phone and we were able to connect to internet from his phone and the keybox opened !!!!!!!!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2023

Bjørvika Apartments, Solsiden Area, Trondheim city center
Ranheim Apartments AS
Ranheim Apartments AS
4 out of 5
Martin Barstads veg 3, Trondheim
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Trondheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a terrace. Popular attractions Hansbakkfjæra and Leangen Horseracing ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (48 reviews)
"It was a pleasant and comfortable stay. Very clean and spacious studio apartment. All you need is there. Definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2023

Ranheim Apartments AS
Pensjonat Jarlen
Pensjonat Jarlen
3 out of 5
Kongens gate 40, Trondheim
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Trondheim. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hiking in Bymarka and NTNU Science ...
7.4/10 Good! (198 reviews)
"Great location, friendly,quiet, liked kitchen and chairs in the room."

Reviewed on 28 May 2023

Pensjonat Jarlen
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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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
1 Oct 2019

Trondheim in Autumn is one of the most beautiful cities I’ve visited. It’s not too big to get lost but a perfect size to walk around. Friendly locals,clean and a relaxed vibe. 3 to see are Bakklandet,Nidarosdomen and Festingen overlooking the city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
11 Jul 2019

A small, lovely city with excellent walking routes.

5/5 - Excellent

Dave
25 Jun 2019

Lovely, manageable city. Great to walk around.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
15 Jun 2019

Not really much to attract the tourist expect s a staging point, overall disappointing compare to Bergen

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
1 Apr 2019

A pleasant small city