Arctic Circle Centre
Parking available
This roadside attraction looks like a flying saucer parked atop the tundra.

šŸ“œ Marking the Arctic Circle at 66’ 33ā€ North, this UFO-shaped structure welcomes visitors to the polar region. It offers educational displays, movies, a restaurant, post office, cinema, and gift shop.

Why Go

✨ Experience standing directly on the Arctic Circle
🌌 Witness aurora borealis or midnight sun during appropriate seasons
šŸ“š Explore educational exhibits about the unique polar landscape and ecosystem
šŸ½ļø Enjoy Norwegian food, local products, and send postcards with an Arctic Circle postmark

Why Avoid

āš ļø Building cairns is discouraged due to fragile mountain ecosystem
🐾 Dogs are not allowed inside the center or restaurant

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Open from May to October; peak season (mid-June to mid-August) has extended hours
🌐 Check their website or Facebook for updated opening hours

Hours

šŸ•’ Open May to October. Daily 08:00-22:00 during peak season (mid-June to mid-August).

šŸ…æļø Parking

Free, spacious parking available, including overnight for RVs.

🚻 Toilets

Free toilets available inside the center.

Last updated 2 days ago

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