Currency
Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Language
Norwegian
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
July for midnight sun, Arctic wildlife viewing, and optimal weather conditions in the high north.
Typical Duration
12 nights
Price Range
$5,666 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Arctic exploration and the stunning Svalbard Archipelago, offering unique opportunities to experience the midnight sun and pristine polar landscapes.
Cruises that visit Finnsnes
Build Your Day in Finnsnes
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 3:00 PM
Usually about 7 hours ashore
Getting around:
Tungeneset
Enough space to walk around and take amazing pictures.
Thon Senter Finnsnes
very good stores, a large selection, give a discount
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Senjastua
Wonderful food, impeccable staff attention.
Closed · Opens 1 PM
EUROSPAR Finnsnes
a big store gives a lot of food at a discount
Open · Closes 11 PM
Burger King
f you're searching for a reasonably priced place here, this is it.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Wong's restaurant
Great food, very good service, excellent!
Closed · Opens 2 PM
Tiger Sushi
The food was tasty, the service was excellent.
Closed · Opens 2 PM
Comfort Hotel Finnsnes
All in all much better than expected by the reviews.
KIWI Finnsnes
Good selection of products at reasonable prices.
Open · Closes 11 PM
POWER Finnsnes
Jakob ordered a taylor made just for my size!
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Extra Olderhamna
Great supermarket with anything you need
Open · Closes 11 PM
DiOne Thaimat
Very nice, extremely good food.
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Hugos Pub / Senja Uteliv AS
That's was my opportunity to have the best service and food/drinks
Closed · Opens 4 PM
REMA 1000 Meierigata
Good selection of products, but is a bit smaller then the usual REMA 10^10.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Otto's Pub
Good bar for a beer and some billiard, in Finnsnes town center.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Finsnes Gaard
From the living room you had a little patio with table and chairs.
REMA 1000 Finnsnes
free parking with good space..
Open · Closes 11 PM
Intersport Finnsnes
Staff was friendly and the snowshoes were good quality and easy to use
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Skreien spiseri Finnsnes
Totally recommended!
Closed · Opens 3 PM
Finnsnes Church
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Valen kafé
The drinks were just as great and complemented the food perfectly.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Feel Good Store
I always get good help to find outfits that suit me.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Sandviklia Alpine
Fantastic slope run by volunteers.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Lekeparken Barnebyen
Where did you get 30000 kroner per month!?
Heaven Norge pub & Café
Excellent burger and perfect with a pool table and darts 👌🏻
Closed · Opens 5 PM Fri
Kaffetøsa Thon Senter Finnsnes
All the girls there are always super nice and service oriented.
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Cubus
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Senja Experience
I had a fantastic polar light chase tour with the guidance of Anne.
Nordlyset Bowling
Great place for bowling, great staff, english speaking too.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Kanthikas thaimat
Food was delicious and the service excellent and friendly.
Finnsnes kai
Lockers and free toilets available.
Midt-Troms Barnemuseum
Kids get to know old norwegian lifestyle through play.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Sat
Tony's Bar og Burgir
No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM Sat
Finnsnesvatnet
Excellent place for a short walk.
Open now
Finnsnesvannet
Steinfjellet
Simons partygamme
No delivery
Closed · Opens 12 AM Fri
Visit Senja Region
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Midnight Riders MC Finnsnes
No delivery
Finnsnes i Fest
Onsite services
Minnesmerke 22. Juli
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Finnsnes
Finnsnes serves as a port of call in Norway's Arctic region, offering cruise passengers a taste of northern Scandinavian culture and landscapes. While this intimate port welcomes just one cruise line, Atlas Ocean Voyages, it provides access to some of the Arctic's most compelling itineraries, with 12-night voyages typically featuring stops in the dramatic Svalbard Archipelago, along with calls at Oslo, Skagen, Måløy, and Leknes. The peak season runs through July, when the midnight sun bathes the region in continuous daylight.
Visitors stepping ashore in Finnsnes will discover a charming Norwegian coastal community where Arctic wilderness meets small-town character. The port's location makes it an ideal jumping-off point for exploring the surrounding fjords and experiencing authentic northern Norwegian hospitality, with opportunities to connect to broader Scandinavian cruise routes that venture deep into some of Europe's most pristine waters.
Visitors stepping ashore in Finnsnes will discover a charming Norwegian coastal community where Arctic wilderness meets small-town character. The port's location makes it an ideal jumping-off point for exploring the surrounding fjords and experiencing authentic northern Norwegian hospitality, with opportunities to connect to broader Scandinavian cruise routes that venture deep into some of Europe's most pristine waters.
Cruise Lines at Finnsnes
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Finnsnes
Cruises Visiting Finnsnes
Ship Schedule at Finnsnes
Finnsnes Location
Other Cruise Ports in Norway
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Finnsnes Port?
Finnsnes Port is an official port in Northern Norway (NOFNE), serving commercial and maritime traffic.
When is the best time to visit Finnsnes?
Summer to early autumn offer milder weather; winter shows northern lights.
What attractions are near Finnsnes?
Access to Arctic landscapes, Senja island, and fishing culture.
What services are available at the port?
Basic harbor services, fuel, and logistics for vessels.