Troll Museum In Tromsø: How to Visit + Practical Information
Tromsø has quite a few interesting museums for a city of a relatively small size (by ‘outside of Norway’ standards).
In this guide, I will discuss how to visit the Troll Museum in Tromsø, including ticket prices, opening hours, and who I think would enjoy going to it.
Quick Tromsø Travel Guide
If you’re traveling to Tromsø last minute, ensure you have lodging and tours booked ahead of time (as much as you can)! Below are some of my top picks:
🐋 Best tours and activities from Tromsø:
- Best northern lights tour from Tromsø (my favorite aurora tour in Tromsø!)
- Reindeer feeding and Sami culture tour (most popular Sami tour; great for kids!)
- Ethical whale-watching tour with orcas and humpbacks (a Nov-Jan must!)
🛌 Top hotels and lodging in Tromsø:
- Clarion ‘The Edge’ (Tromsø’s most beautiful hotel – on the sea!)
- Thon Hotel Tromsø (I’ve stayed here twice and recommend it!)
- Radisson Blu (many tours leave from here – by the harbor)
🍲 Popular places to eat in Tromsø: Fiskekompaniet, Bardus Bistro, RUDA, Smørtorget, Størhus, Full Steam
✈️ Want to get from the airport to Tromsø hassle-free? Find the best airport transfer option here!
While the Troll Museum is not my favorite museum in the city (I’m more of a Polar Museum and Tromsø Museum gal), it is a worthwhile stop if the weather doesn’t cooperate, you have children, or you are personally interested in learning about trolls in Norway!
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About the Troll Museum
The Troll Museum is Norway’s only troll museum and it was created using modern Augmented Reality (AR) technology.
This museum talks about Norwegian legends and fairytales and allows visitors to explore Norse folklore.
The ‘Road of Trolls’ exhibit will take you on a journey through the history of trolls.
There’s also the ‘Home of the Sea Troll’, where you will learn about the Sea Troll of Tromsø and other sea creatures from local folklore.
Visiting the Troll Museum: Practical Information
Opening Hours
The Troll Museum is open every day from 9 am to 7 pm. In April, May, September, and October, opening hours are 9 am – 6 pm.
Troll Museum Ticket Prices
Adult tickets cost 180 NOK (around $16.60) while prices for children aged 5-12 are 100 NOK ($9.25).
Children under 5 go free. Tickets for senior citizens and students cost 130 NOK ($12). There’s also a family ticket available for 450 NOK ($41.55).
Alternatively, you can opt for a Tromsø culture pass or Tromsø family pass which also includes entry to various other attractions in the city.
To pick up a Tromsø pass – you can head to the tourism office at Storgata 83 or the one at Prostneset Harbour Terminal at Samuel Arnesens gate 5.
Location
You can find the Tromsø Troll Museum at Kaigata 3 right along the harbor.
The Troll Museum can be accessed from Samuel Arnesens gate. The museum is set in a large gray building behind the Enter Amalie Hotel. It’s also next to Yonas Pizza.
How much time do you need at the Troll Museum?
You won’t need much time at the Troll Museum. Allow at least 30-45 minutes for your visit.
However, many people choose to stay longer as there’s a reading room and a room with board games.
Best Time to Visit
The Troll Museum is a family-friendly attraction and is very popular with little ones. If you’re looking for a quieter experience then head here when the museum first opens!
It is the perfect stop on a day when the weather throws you a curveball.
Troll Museum FAQ
How accessible is the Troll Museum?
The Troll Museum has an elevator and multiple seating areas so is suitable for wheelchair users and those with mobility issues.
There are printed translations in multiple languages and service animals are allowed on the premises.
Is the Troll Museum suitable for children?
The trolls at this museum are family-friendly and aren’t meant to be scary. This makes them suitable for children of all ages.
Regardless of age, this museum can be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in fairytales and myths.
Is the Troll Museum worth visiting?
Honestly, if you have limited time in Tromsø and have to pick one museum to visit, I would not suggest the Troll Museum (I think the Polar Museum and Tromsø Museum offer a better Northern Norway learning experience).
But, if you have kids or are interested in trolls yourself, it is a quick and easy stop, and it is centrally located, making it a manageable stop on a Tromsø itinerary!
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