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  • The old church in Nuuk on a sunny National Day in Greenland, June 21 - 2015. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland

Nuuk Hot List

5 local suggestions for what to do when you get a free minute in the Arctic metropolis

Need ideas for a free night? Or maybe you have a couple extra hours on the morning of departure day? Whenever you find yourself with a little spare time in the capital city, here are some top suggestions for experiences to try.

Soothe tense muscles with a swim

Travel is a luxury, but the physical act of sitting in an airplane plus being on your feet constantly can take its toll on your body. Relax with literally the most gorgeous view at Malik Swimming Hall, perfectly accessible by the public bus Route 1.

Practical info: Malik is open on Monday and Wednesday 6-8 and 10-16, on Tuesday and Thursday 6-8 and 10-21, on Friday 6-8 and 12-21, and on Saturday and Sunday 8-19. A one-time entry to Malik Swimming Hall costs 50 DKK, plus a refundable 20 DKK cash for a changing room locker. A ride on the bus costs 15 DKK cash, one-way. The bus schedule can be found here (in Greenlandic and Danish only). The stop outside the hotel is #26 and the stop at Malik is #47.

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Package Tours

Greenland Tours – Frozen West

Greenland Tours

Frozen West

8 days winter trip to Disko Bay with stay at Igloo Lodge and Greenland's capital incl. flights from Copenhagen.

FROM €1,335
Nomad Greenland: Nuuk & Kiattua: 6 Days of Serene Wilderness

Nomad Greenland

Nuuk & Kiattua: 6 Days of Serene Wilderness

Retreat to pure wilderness, rugged mountains, the midnight sun, and unmatched serenity at this enchanting campsite.

FROM €5,615
Arctic Umiaq Line: Discover Greenland from the sea

Arctic Umiaq Line

Discover Greenland from the sea

The coastal ship Sarfaq Ittuk sails from southern Greenland up along Greenland’s west coast to Disko Bay.

FROM 500 DKK
Tasermiut Expeditions: Wonders of Greenland

Tasermiut Expeditions

Wonders of Greenland

A full-featured 8 day trip: easy hikes surrounded by glaciers, ice-walk, viking ruins UNESCO Heritage & sailing among icebergs. June to September

FROM €2,695
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Do the Nuuk Art Walk

A self-led walking tour mixed with photography that takes you to 16 designated stops in city center to see various works like this one, by Niels Motzfeldt. The three spires represent North Greenland, West Greenland and East Greenland, with stones collected from each of the three places. To guide you, you can choose either to read about the pieces with this brochure or to listen to the podcast version, downloadable here.

Get a sinful coffee drink at Pascucci

This is one of the most popular cafes in town, so naturally it is a great spot for people-watching. Depending on the season, enjoy the good weather by sitting on the patio. But do NOT go there with a full stomach. Many of the coffee drinks are large and come piled high with whipped cream and other deliciousness. Not to mention, they serve food, too.

Pop into Qiviut Boutique

Walking into this shop on the pedestrian street is like falling into a big puff of muskox wool softness. Gorgeous handmade ponchos, scarves, head warmers, gloves and even baby clothes beg you to test how luxurious they feel against the skin. Take something home and you will be the warmest and most fashionable person on the block.

Read more about the sustainable production of muskox wool products here.

Take yourself on an Instagram walk

If you have two legs and a smartphone, then you can lead your own Instagram walk! The route is entirely up to you, but if you need inspiration on where to go, check these 6 Instagram shots you must get in Nuuk.

Bonus: use the hashtags #GreenlandPioneer and #ColourfulNuuk and you just might find yourself as a featured repost on the @visitgreenland or @colourful_nuuk official account.

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By Sarah Woodall

Sarah is a former Visit Greenland employee who now continues the adventure as Destination Manager in South Greenland.

https://2kalaallitnunaatigo.wordpress.com/

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