Things to do in Longyearbyen: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Longyearbyen (Svalbard): Gruve 1A Amerikagruva, Svalbard Husky, Polar bear road sign, Svalbard Museum, North Pole Expedition Museum, 3 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Longyearbyen

Frequently asked questions about Longyearbyen

When is the best time to visit Longyearbyen?

No month combines 18–33 °C daytime highs with under 100 mm of rain in Longyearbyen; the warmest month is August (12 °C average daytime high).

How many days do you need in Longyearbyen?

Our 3 day-by-day plans for Longyearbyen last 4 to 8 days.

How much does a trip to Longyearbyen cost?

On site (flights excluded), our plans start at €2000–2700 per person for 4 days, including lodging, meals, visits and transport.

What to do in Longyearbyen in 4 days?

Our “Longyearbyen, the World's Northernmost Town” plan: Day 1 — Arrival in Longyearbyen; Day 2 — Seed vault & historic mine; Day 3 — Snowmobile & frozen fjord; Day 4 — Departure.

What to see in Longyearbyen?

Some places to see in the centre: Gruve 1A Amerikagruva, Svalbard Husky, Polar bear road sign, Taubanesentralen, Svalbard Museum, North Pole Expedition Museum.

Sights in Longyearbyen

Museums in Longyearbyen

Where to eat in Longyearbyen