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Greenland✨ 10 best things to do in Greenland

Things to do in Greenland

1. Cruise among icebergs at IlulissatSail past towering bergs calved from one of the world's fastest-moving glaciers.
2. Go dog sleddingRace across frozen landscapes behind a team of Greenlandic sled dogs in winter and spring.
3. Watch the northern lightsSee green curtains of aurora dance across dark winter skies.
4. Spot whalesLook for humpbacks feeding in the fjords during summer.
5. Hike the Arctic Circle TrailTrek through wild tundra between Kangerlussuaq and Sisimiut.
6. Visit Norse ruinsExplore Viking-age church and farm ruins in the Kujataa region of South Greenland.
7. Kayak in a fjordPaddle silently among floating ice, as Greenlanders have done for centuries.
8. Soak in Uunartoq hot springsBathe in natural warm pools while icebergs drift nearby.
9. Stand on the ice sheetWalk onto the vast inland ice near Kangerlussuaq.
10. Try Greenlandic foodTaste musk ox, Arctic char and dried fish at a local kaffemik gathering.

Greenland🗺️ Where to visit in Greenland

Where to go in Greenland

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  IlulissatDisko Bay · icebergsHome to the UNESCO-listed Icefjord, the island's most spectacular sight.
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  NuukCapital · cultureA small capital with a national museum, cultural centre and mountain fjords.
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  KangerlussuaqWest · ice sheet gatewayThe main air hub, with easy access to the ice sheet and musk oxen.
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  South Greenland (Qaqortoq & Narsaq)South · Norse historyGreen valleys, sheep farms and Norse ruins in a UNESCO-listed landscape.
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  SisimiutWest · adventure townA hub for hiking, skiing and dog sledding on the Arctic Circle.
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  TasiilaqEast · remote ArcticDramatic peaks and a strong traditional culture on the wild east coast.
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  Disko IslandDisko Bay · islandBasalt mountains, a glacier for summer sledding and black-sand beaches.

Greenland🌦️ Weather & best time to visit Greenland

Best time to visit Greenland

Greenland has an Arctic climate, with short cool summers and long cold winters. The south and west coasts are milder, while the north and east are colder and more remote.

Typical daytime highs and rain in Nuuk (approximate averages).

Greenland🎉 Festivals & events in Greenland

• June 21
  National DayCelebrated on the longest day with drum dancing, kaffemik and the national costume.
• Spring
  Arctic SoundsA music festival in Sisimiut showcasing Arctic and Greenlandic artists.
• March-April
  Nuuk Snow FestivalArtists carve giant snow sculptures in the capital.
• January-February
  Return of the SunTowns north of the Arctic Circle celebrate the sun's first appearance after the polar night.

Greenland🧭 Greenland itinerary ideas

How many days in Greenland?

Greenland🎒 Backpacking Greenland – tips & hacks

Backpacker budget: about $150–220 a day

• Greenland is expensive and there are no roads between towns, so budget for flights or coastal ferries.
• Hostels, camping and simple guesthouses are the cheapest options.
• Camping in nature is generally allowed – bring good gear for wind and cold.
• Buy supplies at local supermarkets, as restaurant meals are costly.
• Book flights and boats early in summer, as space is limited.

Greenland🛡️ Safety & money in Greenland

Emergency: 112 police, fire & ambulance

Greenland🛬 Getting to Greenland

Nuuk, Kangerlussuaq and Ilulissat airports handle international flights, mainly from Copenhagen and Iceland, with some seasonal routes from North America. In summer, expedition cruises also visit.

✈️ Cheap flights to Greenland: airports, flight times & best time to fly →

Greenland💡 Did you know? 5 facts about Greenland

• Greenland is the world's largest island that is not a continent.
• Around 80% of Greenland is covered by an ice sheet up to about 3 km thick.
• There are no roads connecting Greenland's towns.
• The word 'kayak' comes from the Inuit language.
• Ilulissat's glacier, Sermeq Kujalleq, is one of the fastest-moving glaciers in the world.

Greenland❓ Greenland travel FAQ

Greenland travel questions