The 4 Concerts in Norway That Earn Their Price

1.Midnight Concert Ticket at the Tromsø Cathedral

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,734 reviews · 30 min · from $31Our pick

Enter Tromsø’s yellow wooden cathedral at 10:30 PM for a 30-minute concert beginning at 11 PM. Two musicians and a vocalist perform Sami music, North Norwegian folk tunes, psalms, and classical arrangements. The lineup can vary, with past performances featuring soprano Anne-Berit Buvik, saxophonist Ola Asdahl Rokkones, and pianist Tore Nedgård.

“Wow, what a concert! I really enjoyed it to the fullest. The musicians are so talented. The atmosphere in the cathedral is tranquil but the music is so colorful and energetic. What a fantastic combination. I could have listened for hours. If you have a chance, go see it.”

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2.Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $160

Spend about two and a half hours sailing Oslofjord aboard Brim Explorer, a quiet hybrid-electric boat with panoramic windows and an outside deck. You’ll eat a locally sourced Nordic-style dinner, pass Dyna Lighthouse, the Opera House, and Akershus Fortress, and return to Rådhusbrygge 2. Dietary needs must be given at least 24 hours ahead.

“We had a lovely time on this cruise! The food was delicious. There was also plenty of time between courses to sit outside and enjoy the view of the fjord.”

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3.Midnight Concert in Tromsø Cathedral

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $31

Spend 30 atmospheric minutes in Tromsø’s yellow wooden cathedral with a singer and musicians performing Norwegian psalms, folk tunes, North Norwegian pieces, and Sami music. Doors open at 22:30, with the concert beginning at 23:00. Arrive early to see the church, settle in, and choose a seat.

“Beautiful music in such a lovely location. Would have loved it to have gone for a little longer than the 30mins but thoroughly enjoyed every second.”

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4.Afternoon Tea and Classic Concert on the Fjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $63

Spend about two and a half hours aboard MS Brisen, Brim Explorer’s quiet electric boat, sailing Oslo Fjord while enjoying afternoon tea and live music. Pianist Aksel Kolstad often performs, though other acts may appear. Expect panoramic windows, savory and sweet treats, tea, coffee, WiFi, and views of the Opera House, islands, villas, and lighthouses.

“I felt it was a little overpriced, for what we got. The food was just ok, not great. I was only offered a cup of tea. Although the promotion included coffee. I did get coffee when I showed the advert I purchased the deal on.”

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