Home / Alesund Attractions / Introduction to Alesund Highlights - Shore Excursion from Alesund
Introduction to Alesund Highlights - Shore Excursion from Alesund
Duration
3 hours
Overview
-
This half-day tour is a perfect introduction to Alesund, one of Norway's most picturesque towns & home to its most important fishing harbour. Alesund lies at the mouth of Stor Fjord and is set on two islands which are connected by bridges - it has been described as the Norwegian Venice.
As a result of the 1904 fire which destroyed most of the town, Alesund was rebuilt in stone instead of wood and is rich in a delightful art nouveau architecture of towers, turrets & medieval romantic facades. You'll find an abundance of stone neo-Classical and neo-Gothic buildings, with multiple towers, coats of arms and simple but original bas-reliefs.
The town also offers the fabulous views - you can take 400 steps up to the Kniven Overlook on Mount Aksla for stunning panoramic view of Alesund bay and its surrounding mountains & offshore islands.
You'll get to enjoy free time in this enchanting town before your transportation returns you to the port in plenty of time for your cruise ship's departure.
Similar Activities
from €256.42
Alesund Sightseeing for Hurtigruten passengers
from €1944.42
Chase a troll on a private tour through the picturesque fjord towns
from €1144.18
Adventure on a B bird island – private Bird watching tour including lunch
from €97.57
Thrilling Atlantic Road trip with hiking, beach and driving
from €64.66
Sunrise hike in Molde
from €686.17
An amazing walking tour of Art Nouveau town Alesund