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Greenland experienced by others

Read visitors’ personal experiences from Greenland.

Discover Siorapaluk: Greenland’s northernmost settlement and the traditional delicacy Kiviaq

Experience Siorapaluk, Greenland’s northernmost settlement. Witness Kiviaq-making and savor a North Greenlandic delicacy.

Top 5 Experiences in Ilulissat in 2023

Michelin food, beautiful hotel stays and award-winning architecture come to mind when you think of Greenland? Perhaps not, but it should!

Fulfil your winter wishes in April in Greenland

Come and visit Sisimiut in April and enjoy dogsledding, Arctic Sounds, and Arctic Spa that you have been longing for.

Editor’s guide: How to spend 4 days in East Greenland

An occupational hazard as an editor is that I read about and collect the most beautiful bucket list destinations, and East Greenland has long been one of

Amazing Places & Nature Phenomena

Get inspired by the beauty of unique places in Greenland and it’s spectacular nature and wildlife.

Extreme E – electric racing comes to Greenland! Join the adventure!

Fly fishing in Greenland is a short but exciting season. Avid fly fisherman Michael Rosing shares some of his in-depth knowledge about fly fishing in Greenland.

Beautiful hike in Ittoqqortoormiit in East Greenland

A hike to the abandoned village of Uunarteq (Cape Tobin) offers incomparably beautiful Arctic nature, challenging terrain and close encounters with snow hares, eider ducks, sea urchins

Enjoy 360° Greenland from your couch

Explore Greenland from the safe distance of your couch with our own 360° videos!

Football in Greenland

Didn’t think Greenland was a proud football playing nation? Our lack of grass does not stop Greenlanders’ love of the sport and friendly competition.

Get Active in Greenland

Explore exciting activities and sports in Greenland.

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An arctic charr caught in Narsaq in South Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl - — Your Guide to Fly Fishing in Greenland
Fly fishing in Greenland is a short but exciting season. Avid fly fisherman Michael Rosing shares some of his in-depth knowledge about fly fishing in Greenland.

Top lists & Tips for your stay

We have collected a set of recommendations and practical tips for your stay in Greenland.

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Icecampers. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland — 9 tips for your East Greenlandic adventure
Unlock East Greenland's Travel Tips! Where time slows, nature whispers, and adventure awaits. Anna, a local resident, shares her 9 tips.

Aurora Cabins 3. Photo by Hotel Arctic — 15 Unique places you can overnight in Greenland
Discover Greenland's Diverse Range of Unique Overnight Options: Glass Igloos, Beachfront Stays, Snow Igloos, and Glacier-View Huts.

Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson - Drone — Flying drones in Greenland
Greenland Drone Flying Rules: Know the regulations for private and commercial flights based on drone size. Fly responsibly.

Culture, history & local knowledge

Read about Greenlandic culture, history and practical advices from locals.

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Stella Davidsen Olsen from Kangerlussuaq. Dogsledge musher. Photo by Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland — Know the story of Greenlandic women
Greenlandic women have always played a decisive role in society, and we will highlight them in celebration of International Women’s Day, 8 March.

Paninnguaq Pikilak. Inuit tattoos. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland — A guide to Inuit Tattoos in Greenland
Inuit tattoos have had a revival in recent years, with many young people, among others, breathing life into the traditional lines. However, it has deep roots in Inuit communities, both spiritually and culturally.

Ruined vehicle with the landscape of Ikkatteq in East Greenland, where the Americans once had a military base. Photo by Reinhard Pantke - Visit Greenland — 13 Ghost Towns in Greenland
There are many abandoned places in Greenland, and there are, obviously, several reasons for the abandonment: The hunting grounds moved, The natural minerals were used up, Forced displacement for military purposes, The need for a workforce elsewhere.

Plan your trip

How to get there

Commercial airlines are the only way for travelers to get to Greenland, served by airports in Denmark and Iceland unless you arrive with a cruise ship.

How to get around

Read about boats, helicopters and planes that tie the country together in a web of sea and air connections operated by both large and small scale operators.