Nordkapp

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Honningsvag Port which includes a marina, a small town or village and boating
Nordkapp
Nordkapp showing mountains, boating and mist or fog
Knivskjellodden featuring a lake or waterhole and a sunset
Honningsvag Port featuring a small town or village, cruising and mountains

Discover northern Norway’s remote natural beauty and wildlife while traversing spectacular snow-covered mountains or during deep-sea fishing charters.

Nordkapp is a municipality in Finnmark County, where you can fish for king crab with an experienced guide or book a sailboat charter and enjoy the stunning Arctic Ocean atmosphere. Excellent bird watching is found in Nordkapp’s large nesting colonies. This area is also a great place to view the spectacular northern lights natural phenomenon.

Enjoy a range of outdoor activities in this municipality, including ocean rafting and snowmobile safaris. Norway’s northernmost city, Honningsvåg, is located in Nordkapp. Stop here for fresh seafood restaurants, an ice bar, local art galleries and a museum. Walk to Honningsvåg PortOpens in a new window for cruises and fishing charters.

Visit North CapeOpens in a new window and watch the midnight sun, a natural phenomenon occurring when the sun is observable at local midnight. This cape is located on the northern coast of the Magerøya Island and is considered one of the northernmost points of Europe. North Cape features a cliff about 1,000 feet (300 meters) high. Stand on the cliff’s flat plateau and gaze out over the breathtaking Arctic Ocean.

North Cape Hall shows short films in a unique panoramic cinema and features exhibits about the region. This tourist center is open year-round. The cape also includes restaurants, cafés and one of the world’s northernmost post offices. Tour the Saint Johannes Kapell in North Cape, a very small ecumenical chapel that is popular for weddings.

Book a wildlife safari and observe birds, including gannets, puffins and cormorants. Take a deep-sea fishing charter and catch some of the largest fish in the Arctic Ocean. These charters are also popular for king crab fishing, with some of the crabs growing up to 7 feet (2 meters) claw to claw. Bird watching safaris and fishing charters operate near North Cape.

Nordkapp features extensive transportation networks to cater for visitors in the summer. Honningsvåg Airport is less than 3 miles (5 kilometers) from the center of town. North Cape is about 21 miles (33 kilometers) from Honningsvåg. Stay in accommodations in Honningsvåg, with a range of small guesthouses and hotels available.

The municipality of Nordkapp features extraordinary natural beauty, wildlife safaris and the breathtaking midnight sun and the northern lights phenomena.

The View Hotel
The View Hotel
3 out of 5
12 Utsikten, Nordkapp, Finnmark
The price is P8,920 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
P8,920
P9,991 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Nordkapp. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (199 reviews)
The view
"Hotel had a great view , it is clean and has a friendly staff. We chose to have a dinner buffet as we traveled the whole day, and the food was good but overpriced. Overall it was a great one night stay"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

The View Hotel
Scandic Bryggen
Scandic Bryggen
4 out of 5
Vågen 1, Honningsvag, Nordkapp
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,910 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P8,910
P9,980 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nordkapp. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Honningsvåg Port and Honningsvåg ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (320 reviews)
"Great hotel near everything , nice rooms and friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Scandic Bryggen
Arctic Boutique Hotel by STAY 9750
Arctic Boutique Hotel by STAY 9750
3 out of 5
12 A Storgata, Honningsvåg, Finnmark
The price is P7,746 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P7,746
P8,676 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nordkapp. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Honningsvåg Port and North Cape Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (15 reviews)
Very nice stay!
"Very nice stay, room was spacious, clean and quiet. Bathroom was really nice. Staff was helpful and friendly. For breakfast they arranged something for my special diet, which was very nice from them. Definitely recommending this hotel."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Arctic Boutique Hotel by STAY 9750
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.
Nordkapp Camping
Nordkapp Camping
2 out of 5
Skipsfjorden, Honningsvag, Nordkapp
Stay at this campground in Nordkapp. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and free grocery shopping service. Popular attractions Honningsvåg Port and Gallery ...
8/10 Very Good! (161 reviews)
"The room was as clean & functional , kitchen well equipped. The lovely lady at reception was welcoming & informative. Location is within easy access of Nordkapp - the reason for your trip"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2024

Nordkapp Camping
5 Person Holiday Home in Kokelv
5 Person Holiday Home in Kokelv
2 out of 5
Hammerfest
Stay at this vacation home in Hammerfest. Enjoy free parking. Popular attraction Kokelv Coastal Sami Museum is located nearby.
5 Person Holiday Home in Kokelv
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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