Destination Comparison
Alta vs Tromsø
Alta claims 'Aurora Capital of Norway' status while Tromsø gets the tourist footfall — which delivers the better experience?
✦9/10
Aurora Score
✦9/10
✓$160/day
Daily Budget
$180/day
Moderate 🛤️
Accessibility
✓Easy ✈️
Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Best Months
Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
✓Polar night (24h)
Dark Hours (Winter)
Polar night (24h)
Arctic
Region
Arctic
17 types
Activities
✓21 types
Our Verdict
Alta wins on clear skies and aurora statistics; Tromsø wins on infrastructure, activities, and overall travel experience
Choose Alta if:
Budget-conscious aurora chasers who prioritise clear skies and lower prices over urban amenities
Choose Tromsø if:
Most travellers wanting a complete Arctic experience with excellent dining, activities, and whale watching
Norway
Alta
Clear-sky aurora chasers who want maximum viewing nights and lower prices than Tromsø
Norway
Tromsø
First-time aurora hunters wanting easy access, city comforts, and world-class guiding