Håkøya

#1806 among destinations in Norway

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Håkøya is an island in Tromsø Municipality in Troms og Finnmark county, Norway. The 3.69-square-kilometre island is located in the Sandnessundet strait between the islands Kvaløya and Tromsøya. It is southeast of the village of Eidkjosen on Kvaløya and west of the city of Tromsø on Tromsøya. ()

Alternative names: Area: 1.42 mi²Maximum elevation: 344 ftCoordinates: 69°39'24"N, 18°47'60"E

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Håkøya – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tromsø Museum, Prestvannet, Tromsø Cathedral, Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum.

3.1 miSE
Museum, Natural history museum
Tromsø Museum, Tromsø
79 min walk • Tromsø Museum, nestled in the picturesque city of Tromsø, Norway, serves as a cultural beacon and a gateway to the rich heritage of the region. This museum is renowned for its comprehensive exhibits that delve into the diverse facets of northern Norwegian culture...
3.2 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Prestvannet, Tromsø
83 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tromsø, Norway, Prestvannet is a serene lake that offers a tranquil escape amidst the city's vibrant atmosphere. Originally created as a reservoir in the 19th century, it has since transformed into a beloved natural oasis for both locals...
3.8 miE
World's northernmost Lutheran cathedral
Tromsø Cathedral, Tromsø
97 min walk • Tromsø Cathedral, a beacon of spiritual heritage nestled in the heart of Tromsø, Norway, is a remarkable church that distinguishes itself as the world's northernmost Protestant cathedral. Constructed in 1861, this Gothic Revival masterpiece exudes an aura of...
3.9 miE
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum, Tromsø
99 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tromsø, Norway, the Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum (Northern Norwegian Art Museum) stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic expression in the Arctic region. This prestigious museum is dedicated to showcasing the finest in Norwegian...
3.8 miE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Cathedral of Our Lady, Tromsø
97 min walk • The Cathedral of Our Lady, known locally as Tromsø Domkirke, is a landmark that defines the skyline of Tromsø, Norway. This church, notable for its wooden structure, is the northernmost Protestant cathedral in the world.
3.7 miE
Arctic aquarium in a striking building
Polaria, Tromsø
95 min walk • Polaria is an Arctic-themed experience center located in the heart of Tromsø, Norway. This distinctive museum, with its structure resembling ice blocks pushed together by the force of the sea, offers a unique insight into the polar regions and the effects of climate...
3.7 miE
Museum, Ship, Boat or ferry
MS Polstjerna, Tromsø
96 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Tromsø, Norway, the MS Polstjerna offers visitors an authentic glimpse into the country's rich maritime heritage. This well-preserved vessel-turned-museum stands as a tribute to the arduous lives of Norwegian seal hunters and their...
3 miE
Church
Elverhøy Church, Tromsø
76 min walk • Elverhøy Church is a parish church of the Church of Norway in Tromsø Municipality in Troms og Finnmark county, Norway. It is located in the city of Tromsø. It is the church for the Elverhøy parish which is part of the Tromsø domprosti in the Diocese of Nord-Hålogaland.
3.6 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Hålogaland Teater, Tromsø
93 min walk • Hålogaland Teater is a regional theatre serving the region of Nord-Norge, the northernmost of Norway. When established in 1971, it was the first regional theatre in Norway, and the first professional theatre in Nord-Norge.
3.7 miE
Nightlife, Brewery
Mack Brewery, Tromsø
95 min walk • Mack Bryggeri is a brewery in Balsfjord, Norway. It was the world's northernmost brewery, producing in Nordkjosbotn since 2012.
3.8 miE
Museum, Art museum
Perspektivet Museum, Tromsø
98 min walk • The perspective museum is a foundation in Tromsø created in 1996, with the purpose of conveying and developing knowledge as a basis for understanding of contexts in existence, creating tolerance for cultural diversity and...