Svolvær is a port town located on the Austvågøya Island which is a part of the Lofoten archipelago in the Nordland County of Norway. Svolvær is quite small and can be explored on foot, but also quite busy, and offers visitors...more
Svolvær is a port town located on the Austvågøya Island which is a part of the Lofoten archipelago in the Nordland County of Norway. Svolvær is quite small and can be explored on foot, but also quite busy, and offers visitors a number of attractions. Svolvær is surrounded by lots of natural beauty and visitors can easily explore the natural surroundings.
There are several cruises and boat trips available from Svolvær that take people around the area. In the olden times, Svolvær was a simple fishing village and today is a picturesque town with a thriving arts scene.
There are a few museums and art galleries in the town that offer visitors a peek into the culture and heritage of the area. The North Norwegian Art Center and the North Norwegian Art Center are the best places to admire the art work by local artists. The Lofoten War Memorial Museum is also a good place to visit. Magic Ice, featuring massive ice sculptures, is a unique and interesting place to visit.
Svolvær offers a few good shops selling local handicrafts and souvenirs.
There is a small airport located close to Svolvær. Visitors can get taxis or buses to reach the town.
There are a few restaurants in Svolvær that serve vegetarian dishes. But it is important for visitors to enquire about the contents of the dish before dining.
There are no mosques in Svolvær.