The 10 Best Tours in Ålesund

1.1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 533 reviews · from $42Our pick

See Ålesund from an open-top double-decker bus with a one-day ticket, multilingual audio guide, onboard Wi-Fi, and stops near the cruise terminal, Aksla Viewpoint, Hessa, and the Ålesund Aquarium. You can ride the full route first, then hop off at the sights that interest you most. Wheelchair access is available.

“The bus drive had to fill in for a professional tour guide and he had language issues; however, he was very pleasant and tried his best. All in all we enjoyed the tour but didn't understand anything about what we were seeing. Just beware of this possible problem.”

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2.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 399 reviews · 1 day · from $51

Use a one-day open-top bus ticket to see Ålesund’s Art Nouveau center, Sunnmøre Museum, Ålesund Church, Fjellstua viewpoint, and the aquarium area. Buses run every 30 minutes from 9am to 4pm, with commentary in eight languages, free Wi-Fi, headphones, and discount coupons.

“Overall was a great way to see and learn more about the city.”

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3.Alesund Shore Excursion: From Fjords to Trolls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 319 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

From Ålesund’s port, ride through fjord country to Kokarsteinen, Gudbrandsjuvet, Valldal, and the Trollstigen Plateau. You’ll stop at Stigfossen and Trollveggen, with an optional buffet lunch. Guides such as Lulu, Claudia, and Giulia have led tours, while the route may change when Trollstigen is closed.

“I can’t choose which was my favorite part about this tour. The views were phenomenal. The tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. The driver was super sweet and gave us a few surprises along time way. Highly recommended taking this tour.”

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4.Alesund Shore Excursion: The Ultimate Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 285 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $143

See Ålesund beyond the waterfront on a four-hour coach tour to Sunnmøre Museum and Alnes Lighthouse. You’ll tour historic buildings and boats, cross to Godøy, and climb the lighthouse for Atlantic views. Guides may include Sandra, Denise, or Dani, though group size and language can vary.

“The tour allows you to see parts of the city & area otherwise challenging to fit in on your own. We were on a cruise and for those of you who take cruises know this was half the cost of a cruise excursion and they are well aware to have you back to the ship on time. Great guide & driver, entertaining & helpful. Well worth the experience, enjoy this tour!”

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5.Round Trip Fjord Cruise to Geirangerfjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 255 reviews · from $205

Travel from central Ålesund to Geirangerfjord aboard a comfortable catamaran with indoor seating, panoramic windows, outdoor decks, toilets, and a snack kiosk. An audio guide is available in 10 languages. You get one to three hours in Geiranger for lunch, the waterfall walk, shops, and the UNESCO World Heritage Center before returning by boat.

“Their experience was unforgettable! The scenery is beautiful and the cruise was so wonderful! For anyone on a crusie ship, this tour is perfect for your time in Ålesund. Highly recommend!!”

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6.Via Ferrata tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 203 reviews · 1 hour · from $61

Meet your guide by the blue cargo bike in Ålesund City Park, gear up, and climb a south-facing rock wall toward Fjellstua. The route takes about an hour, with its steepest section first, a midway bench, and wide views of the city, ocean, islands, and Sunnmøre Alps. Guides speak English, Norwegian, and German.

“Really great introduction to via ferrata for me and my wife who are both scared of heights! Mona our instructor was patient, knowledgeable and made us feel a real sense of achievement!”

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7.Hjørundfjord Fjord Cruise roundtrip from Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 172 reviews · 5 hours · from $115

Sail from central Ålesund through Hjørundfjord aboard the vintage MS Bruvik. You will pass Trandal, Sæbø, and Urke, then spend about an hour in Øye beneath the Sunnmøre Alps. The boat has indoor and outdoor viewing areas, snacks for purchase, and an English audio guide, though commentary may be limited.

“Really enjoyed our fjord cruise yesterday. It was fabulously sunny which helped. We chose to be dropped off at Sæbo which is a beautiful little place. Got coffee and cake from the supermarket and strolled along the waterfront. There is a huge swing just past the private sauna. Me and my husband both went on it!! Public loo in centre of village. Got picked up after about an hour and half for cruise back. No audio guide or anything like that but it didn’t matter. The scenery was so fabulous. The crew were also lovely. My husband has a bad knee and they were very kind helping him off the…”

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8.Sightseeing Tour in Trollstigen – Land of Trolls

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 128 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $139

Travel from Ålesund to Trollstigen in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Stop at Kokarsteinen, Gudbrandsjuvet, the Trollstigen Plateau, Stigfossen, and Trollveggen. The early departure is planned for cruise passengers, but mountain roads and weather can change the route.

“Small group, great tour, highly recommend! It was so beautiful and well organized. Elizabeth was an amazing guide!”

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9.3 Hour Guided Food Walk Tour in Alesund, Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $156Top rated

Spend about three hours walking central Ålesund with a local English-speaking guide such as Monica, Rigmor, Piotr, Nora, or Lorena. Sample brown cheese, moose salami, sausage, local cake, seafood, coffee, and cod pizza while seeing the harbor, Art Nouveau streets, and Brosundet. The group is capped at 12.

“Outstanding tour! We learned a good deal of Norwegian history and culture while sampling local and Norwegian specialities. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was well-paced and the food was amazing. Would highly recommend.”

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10.Winter Fjord Cruise to Geirangerfjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 97 reviews · 9 hours · from $346

Travel from Ålesund to Geiranger on a comfortable catamaran with English, German, and Norwegian guidance. Fjord Rangers explain glaciers, waterfalls, wildlife, and fjord farms. The nine-hour trip includes local food, Flydalsjuvet viewpoint, the Norwegian Fjord Centre, and a 327-step waterfall walk.

“We loved the boot trip so much. Stunning views. The walk next to the frezen watervallen was not hard. But beautifull”

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