Step into Viking life at Lofotr Viking Museum
Lofoten Islands, Norway • 
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Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
10°C – 15°C, june features mild temperatures and the phenomenon of the midnight sun, providing continuous daylight, high crowds, peak season
10°C – 15°C, june features mild temperatures and the phenomenon of the midnight sun, providing continuous daylight, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
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Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
-
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When to visit
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Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
-1-3°C
February continues with cold temperatures, averaging around 1.05°C. Precipitation remains high, with approximately 48 mm over 25 days. Daylight increases to about 8.9 hours per day.
February continues with cold temperatures, averaging around 1.05°C. Precipitation remains high, with approximately 48 mm over 25 days. Daylight increases to about 8.9 hours per day.
Open
The museum operates from Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 – 17:00. Outdoor activities may still be limited due to weather conditions.
The museum operates from Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 – 17:00. Outdoor activities may still be limited due to weather conditions.
Not recommended
February offers slightly longer days but remains cold and wet. The low crowd levels provide a quiet experience, though some activities may still be restricted.
February offers slightly longer days but remains cold and wet. The low crowd levels provide a quiet experience, though some activities may still be restricted.
March
LOW
0-3°C
March sees a slight warming trend, with average temperatures around 1.65°C. Precipitation averages 44 mm over 25 days. Daylight extends to approximately 12.8 hours per day.
March sees a slight warming trend, with average temperatures around 1.65°C. Precipitation averages 44 mm over 25 days. Daylight extends to approximately 12.8 hours per day.
Open
The museum operates from Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 – 17:00. Some outdoor activities may begin to resume as weather conditions improve.
The museum operates from Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 – 17:00. Some outdoor activities may begin to resume as weather conditions improve.
Not recommended
March offers longer days and slightly warmer temperatures. While crowds remain low, some outdoor activities may start to become available.
March offers longer days and slightly warmer temperatures. While crowds remain low, some outdoor activities may start to become available.
April
LOW
2-5°C
April brings milder temperatures, averaging around 3.4°C. Precipitation averages 41 mm over 25 days. Daylight increases significantly to about 17.2 hours per day.
April brings milder temperatures, averaging around 3.4°C. Precipitation averages 41 mm over 25 days. Daylight increases significantly to about 17.2 hours per day.
Open
The museum operates from Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 – 17:00. Most outdoor activities are available as weather conditions improve.
The museum operates from Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 – 17:00. Most outdoor activities are available as weather conditions improve.
Recommended
April offers milder weather and extended daylight hours, making it a more favorable time to visit. While crowds are still low, most activities are available, providing a balanced experience.
April offers milder weather and extended daylight hours, making it a more favorable time to visit. While crowds are still low, most activities are available, providing a balanced experience.
May
MEDIUM
5-10°C
May in the Lofoten Islands brings milder temperatures and longer daylight hours, with the midnight sun beginning in late May. While the weather is generally improving, occasional rain is still common.
May in the Lofoten Islands brings milder temperatures and longer daylight hours, with the midnight sun beginning in late May. While the weather is generally improving, occasional rain is still common.
Open
Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00.
Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00.
Recommended
May offers a pleasant balance of favorable weather and manageable crowd levels, making it a good time to visit the Lofotr Viking Museum before the peak summer season.
May offers a pleasant balance of favorable weather and manageable crowd levels, making it a good time to visit the Lofotr Viking Museum before the peak summer season.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
The regional bus service (Nordland fylkeskommune) stops at the Vikingmuseet stop, about 100 meters from the entrance. Buses 300 and 741 serve the museum directly from Svolvær and Leknes.
Car
Recommended
The museum is easily accessible by car via the E10. Parking is available on-site, including spaces for buses, motorhomes, and bicycles. Entrance B is reserved for mobility-impaired transport.
Ferry
Hurtigruten coastal ferry service stops at Stamsund and Svolvær. Other ferry routes connect the mainland to the islands. From the ferry terminals, visitors can use rental cars or the local bus system.
Taxi
Taxis are available from Leknes and Svolvær airports, as well as other locations in the Lofoten Islands.
Additional info
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
