After today's experience I most likely won't be returning. I think that was the flavor I got but yes. Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more. We snowshoed to a quiet lake surrounded by snowy mountains, drilled holes, and sat down on reindeer hides with teeny tiny fishing rods to try and catch lunch. Both even have a notable cathedral worth seeing. Or you could do what I did and just visit both! I don't live around the area but I was recommended this spot by 3 different locals. Must-dos in Tromsø There are a lot of activities to choose from in and around Tromsø.
It's local so I go a couple times a month. The Arctic Cathedral across Tromsø Sound The Polar Museum — If the sight of lots of taxidermied animals makes you feel uncomfortable, the the Polar Museum might not be for you. There are fewer options when it comes to tours in Alta, and it can be tricky to book certain things if you hit a day when a cruise ship is in town though this is not a frequent occurrence in Alta. Thank you, Barbonis for helping us continue our Game of Thrones and Calzones tradition. The flavors of the toppings with the cheese and sauce were good.
Be one of the first to write a review! We even saw the Northern Lights! Please remove some items and try saving again. It doesn't matter what size you order. It was the perfect amount. They have something for everyone. Its definitely their loss due this was our 4th time coming back in the past 4 months. But before you say you wouldn't visit Northern Norway in the winter months, read this post.
But I realize that most people aren't looking to experience everything twice in two different places — they want one destination where they can find it all. My only drawback is that they put the toppings under the cheese which doesn't allow the veggies to fully cook. Blocking a user will not disable their ability to view your public content or your public profile page. Inside the Northern Lights Cathedral Alta Museum — Want to learn more about that World Heritage rock art that I mentioned? Yes, I flew between the two, as driving actually takes a long time because of all the fjords. Since moving to California, we have searched long and hard for a place that had good calzones and I mean calzones that have so much cheese you almost can't handle it. This is my 3rd time either eating here or placing an order online for pick up. .
Tromsø is one of the more popular Norwegian cities for people to visit in the winter, mostly because it's fairly easy to reach via budget flights from tons of large European cities. Perhaps the best ranch I'll have in my life. This period is generally from late November to mid-January. The biggest differences come down to size and the variety of choice. Another must order is their calzone. One guide told me there are literally dozens of companies in the city that offer aurora-chasing tours. Having a lot more fun ice fishing than I expected to! Stay overnight at the Holmen Husky Lodge — One of my favorite things we did in Alta was stay overnight at the in cozy modernized lavvu traditional Sami tents.
This is a great half-day outing, even suitable for kids. Alta is also home to the northernmost ice hotel in Europe, an utterly majestic masterpiece replete with ice chandeliers, chairs and even beds. . Don't worry when you don't see any pepperoni on the top because it's covered with cheese. Peppes Pizza er den største pizzarestaurant-kjeden i Skandinavia.
Hopefully this comparison will help you decide which Northern Norway town is right for you for your next winter getaway. . She acted as though it was such an inconvenience to service her customers!!!! The next time I ordered a calzone I skipped the mini and the small and went medium because I had to share. You have exceeded the limit of allowed reposts. After cutting a piece I noticed something different in this calzone.
. This included a nighttime dogsled ride through the forest, a delicious dinner, and the the lavvu glamping. I remember the first time I came here I ordered a mini just to satisfy my craving since the last place I went to kinda sucked. What to see in Tromsø The top sights in Tromsø apart from just wandering around town are: Arctic Cathedral — The white church officially Tromsdalen Church across the sound from the main part of Tromsø is easily the city's most famous landmark. Here are the must-dos in Alta: Snowmobile safari — I personally don't love snowmobiles they kind of terrify me , but if you enjoy them, you'll definitely want to book a snowmobiling trip into the wilds of Finnmark. There are even lots of cute coffee shops to enjoy. You probably want at least a handful of hours of daylight, though.
The negatives of visiting Alta Being a smaller settlement does, of course, have its drawbacks. Alta is also home to the northernmost ice hotel in Europe, an utterly majestic masterpiece replete with ice chandeliers, chairs and even beds. I haven't been here in a while. This is my 3rd time either eating here or placing an order online for pick up. .
And I can see why it came highly recommended Pretty good. Please try again later or book directly on {provider}. You may say that you don't like the cold. Due to its location on the inner part of the Altafjorden and the fact that Norway's coast gets a taste of the Gulf Stream, Alta doesn't actually get bitterly cold during the winter months. As you can see, these northern towns both have a lot in common. There isn't anything wrong with their wings.