Sailing Among Northern Lights: Nuuk & Ilulissat, Greenland
The City of Nuuk
A captivating destination with a rich cultural heritage, Nuuk is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, and ample outdoor activities.
Nuuk has only 19,000 inhabitants, but you will experience a metropolis as it is a government town with many cultural and educational institutions. Nuuk is constantly growing, and there are approximately 10 kilometers from one end of the town to another. In the eyes of Greenlanders, Nuuk, with over 19,000 inhabitants, is a big city. In fact, it takes several hours to go from one end of Nuuk to the other, as the town is growing almost every day. For example, the suburb of Nuussuaq would be Greenland’s second-largest town if it had been a separate town. You can experience concerts, theater, museums, and exhibitions in Nuuk. Sports are an essential hobby for many people, so you can also go hiking, skiing, sailing, running, go to gyms, practice yoga, and even swim. In the center of Nuuk, you will find buildings from colonial times. The old colonial area with, among other things, the National Museum is well maintained and beautiful, and you should take a walk in the area Myggedalen and experience the many colorful houses. Cultural life is essential in Nuuk, not only because of the architectural gem Katuaq, Greenland’s Cultural Center but because many people create all kinds of culture. You find music, Greenland’s National Theater, Greenland National Museum, and Nuuk Art Museum. Not only are we talking about the traditional Greenlandic culture you often encounter in other Greenlandic cities, but you can also hear classical music, hip-hop, and techno here. Visit Atlantic Music and hear some of all the great music Greenland has to offer. These days, downloading music has become commonplace in Greenland, but it was not many years ago that Greenland was the country in the world that released the most CDs compared to the size of the population. If you run into a rain shower or a snowstorm, you can go shopping in the nearby Nuuk Center. Fusion Cuisine When in Nuuk, try some of the city’s many delicious restaurants. The average standard of living in Nuuk is relatively high, and there are many exciting restaurants and cafes. Hotel Hans Egede, for example, houses Sarfalik, which serves a fantastic variety of Greenlandic cuisine mixed with Nordic and Asian influences. Nearby you can experience Greenlandic sushi at the Thai restaurant Charoen Porn. It’s a different experience than ordinary sushi. Cafe Esmeralda offers good cafe cuisine. There is also Restaurant Nordlys, which has “the taste of the Nordics” on the menu with delicious local ingredients.
The City of Nuuk
A captivating destination with a rich cultural heritage, Nuuk is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, and ample outdoor activities.
Nuuk Fjord
Nestled amidst towering mountains and pristine Arctic waters, the Nuuk Fjord system offers a unique opportunity to witness the power of nature in an Arctic p...
Hotel SØMA
Located by the harbor, this is a good hotel in Nuuk that is also a popular lunch place for locals.
National Museum of Greenland
The National Museum in Nuuk showcases ancient artifacts from Greenland, including hunting tools, wildlife evidence, and four well-preserved mummies from Qila...
Hans Egede Statue
This tribute to Hans Egede symbolizes the historical significance and cultural heritage and enduring legacy of the Danish-Norwegian missionary.
Katuaq Cultural Center
This is the national cultural center of all of Greenland, not just Nuuk, and it has a lot to offer!
M/S Sarfaq Ittuk
Greenland's iconic coastal ferry sailing the west coast—a floating northern lights platform with panoramic lounges.
Maniitsoq Town
Maniitsoq Town offers breathtaking landscapes with jagged peaks, glaciers, and fjords. It is a paradise for whale watching, bird life, and outdoor adventures...
Sisimiut Town
Sisimiut is Greenland's most beautiful winter sports area, where the opportunities for all kinds of winter sports are fantastic. In summer, hiking, culture,...
The Town of Ilulissat
A bustling town in a breathtaking Arctic landscape, Ilulissat offers views of the breattaking Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Sight
Ilulissat Ice Fjord
UNESCO World Heritage glacier fjord producing colossal icebergs—Greenland's most iconic natural spectacle.
Boat trip to Ilimanaq
A small settlement with historical charm, Ilimanaq is located 15km south of Ilulissat. It has colonial buildings, a church, and a strong hunter's culture.