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Tromsø
Tromsø is a major cultural hub above the Arctic Circle and it is northernmost city in the world with a population above 50,000. It’s famed as a viewing point for colorful Northern Lights in the winter and midnight sun during summer time. The city’s historic center, on the island of Tromsø, is distinguished by its centuries-old wooden houses. The 1965 Arctic Cathedral, with its distinctive peaked roof and soaring stained-glass windows, dominates the skyline.
More information on the city of Tromsø and the sorroundings can be found here.
Conference venue
UiT The Arctic University of Norway is a medium-sized research university that contributes to knowledge-based development at the regional, national and international level. It is the third largest university in Norway and the northernmost university of the world.
The conference will be held in Auditorium 1 in Teorifagsbygget Hus 1 Floor U1.
Accommodation
There will be a limited number of rooms available at a reduced price through the registration form (first come, first served).
Otherwise, participants are required to find their own accommodation. We recommend you to use an online hotel booking site, such as Expedia, booking.com, Hotel.com, Airbnb.com etc.
How to get to Tromsø, the city centre, and UiT
How to get to Tromsø, the city centre, and UiT
Travelling to Tromsø
It is easy to get to Tromsø from other Norwegian cities and abroad to Tromsø Airport Langnes and the city centre is close to the airport.
If you are travelling from abroad, most departures to Tromsø require changing to connecting flights at Oslo Airport Gardermoen.
Tromsø Airport Langnes is located approximately 5 kilometres from the city centre.
SAS, Widerøe and Norwegian offer direct flights to Tromsø from many destinations in Norway.
SAS
Direct flights are available to/from Oslo.
Some direct flights from Stockholm and Copenhagen are available year-round.
Norwegian
Direct flights are available year-round to/from Oslo.
From the airport to the city centre
Airport Express Coach (Flybussen)
The Airport Express Coach stops at several hotels in Tromsø city center. The travel time to the city centre is approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
Find the prices and schedules here (booking.bestarctic.com)
Local bus (Svipper)
The local buses frequently travel to and from Tromsø airport:
Bus routes 40 and 42 stop at the airport. The bus stop is called "Tromsø lufthavn". Find the bus stop on Google Maps.
Travel time: approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
Tickets can be bought in three different ways
Taxi
The taxi stand is located right outside the arrival hall. The travel time to Tromsø city centre is approximately 10 minutes.
From the city centre to UiT
By Taxi
If you are located in a hotel, ask the reception to order a taxi for you. It takes approximately 10 minutes from the city centre to the university.
By Bus
There are many bus routes from the city centre to UiT. You can take the following buses from these bus stops:
Bus route #34 (UiT - UNN via Stakkevollvegen) from "Smørtorget"
Bus route #20 (Stakkevollan via UNN) from "Fr. Langes gate 1"
Both stops are located one block away from Scandic Ishavshotel. Ask the hotel reception for the exact location of each stop.
Bus tickets can be bought in the "Svipper" app (iOS / Android) or the bus. We recommend buying a 7-day ticket as it is cheaper than buying an ordinary single ticket. Svipper can also be used to plan travels.
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