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Tasermiut Expeditions: Kayaking and Ice-walk 15 days

A genuine kayak expedition in total autonomy among icebergs & glaciers. Arctic fauna and trekking. 15 day adventure from June to Sep(RKV/CPH)

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Nomad Greenland: Ilulissat to Saqqaq: 6 Days of Arctic Magic

Embrace Arctic enchantment with colossal icebergs, breathtaking landscapes, and the rich tapestry of Inuit culture.

Nomad Greenland: 4-Day Inuit Cultural Richness in Disko Bay

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About Greenland

Modern Art - A boy from Nuuk looking at Guido Van Helten's wall art in Greenland

Greenlandic Art Through Time

Modern art in Greenland can be described as a peculiar mix of traditional Inuit handicraft with its spirit world inspiration, and modern western influence
Crafts - A boy, a polar bear, and a raven meet up in the artwork by Kim Eriksen from Nuuk in Greenland

Crafts

Crafts are an essential part of the Greenlandic-Inuit culture, and today you can find local handicraft in art shops and museums in many of Grenland's towns
Festivals - The marching band of Nuuk in Greenland at the National Day parade on June 21

Greenland Festival and Events Calendar

Festivals in Greenland is a big deal for greenlanders. Especially Christmas, New Years Eve and the National Day of Greenland.
Hunting Culture - Two hunters in the sea ice near Tasiilaq in East Greenland

Hunting Culture

Inuit hunting culture. Hunting and fishing are essential in a country like Greenland that has no agriculture in most parts of the country
A women from Nuuk in Greenland wearing her national costume for the National Day celebrations on June 21, by Mads Pihl

Traditional Dress

The traditional dress of Greenland, is a mix of ancient skin garment, european glass beads and silky needlework. An amazing example of inuit handicraft.
Language - A Greenland Travel hiking guide and a local camp manager from East Greenland discussing the pronounciation of East Greenlandic words

Language

The greenlandic language is an Inuit-Aleut language, which is polysynthetic type, where one word can contain the meaning of a whole sentence.
A reconstructed turf house at Qassiarsuk in South Greenland, by Camilla Hylleberg

History

The history of Greenland goes back to ca. 2500 BC, when the first Paleo-Inuits migrated to Greenland through North America.
Fashion - Woman in seal skin vest, by Mads Pihl

Fashion

Fashion in a Greenlandic context is both use of traditional natural materials like skins and furs, new urban style design, and even handcrafted couture
Kayaker near mountainside. By Mads Pihl

The Greenlandic kayak

The kayak was a necessity of the Inuits who from an early age trained this craft. It is still used for fishing but also used for recreation and for races.
Mother of the SeaMother of the Sea. By Mads Pihl

The Legend of the Mother of the Sea

The legend of Greenland's Mother of the Sea is a fantastic origin tale of Greenland's wildlife with a morale of altruism and responsibility.
Taseralik culture centre in Sisimiut, by David Trood

Taseralik

Taseralik culture centre in Sisimiut, West Greenland, offers experiences like art exhibitions, movies, concerts and a cosy cafe with a spectacular view.
Walrus scull art in Nuuk Art Museum. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson

Nuuk Art Museum

Nuuk Art Museum was created by Svend Junge and his wife, and was given to the town of Nuuk. It consists of ca. 300 paintings in homely surroundings.
Painter Kristian Lennert from Sismiut at work in his home in Greenland - by Mads Pihl

Visual Art

Before europeans came to Greenland, visual art was made by means of natural materials like bone, tooth, antlers, skin, soapstone etc.
Two tiny ear rings made in Tasiilaq in East Greenland - by Mads Pihl

Greenlandic jewellery

Greenlandic jewelry are popular souvenir items. Traditionally they are made out of natural materials like bone and unique precious stones like Tugtupit
Dogsledding in North-East Greenland, by Magnus Elander

The Inuit’s view of life

Belief in spirits and myths has permeated the Inuit mindset and has helped sustain life and social order.
Three polar bears looking at something. By Martin Munck

Kaassassuk - the orphan

Among many legends, all the children in Greenland know the myth about the orphan Kaassassuk, who has to endure great suffering.
Mother of the Sea frozen. By David Trood

Myths and Legends

Learn how Greenland’s myths and legends are imbued with the country’s natural landscape, darkness and the harshness of the hunter’s life.
Three girls with a smartphone in greenlandic traditional clothes. By David Trood

Modern Greenland

See how Greenland still appears to have preserved its sense of identity as an indigenous nation with an indigenous people in a modern age.
A bone carving figurine from Tasillaq in East Greenland looking right. By Mads Pihl

The Greenlandic Tupilak

Tupilak is a carved figure that protects its owner against enemy attack, but is now a popular souvenir.
House in Sisimiut. By Visit Greenland

Dwellings of the Inuit culture

Find out how the hunter's life in unit culture affected their houses, dwellings and architecture as can be experienced in Greenland.
Houses in Radiofjeldet & Tuapannguit. Photo - Rebecca Gustafsson, Visit Greenland

Architecture in Greenland

When you arrive in Greenland, you quickly realize that Greenlandic architecture is very distinct, with its many colored houses placed on sloping hillsides. The big apartment blocks may have scared you off a little, and sometimes you stumble upon amazingly beautiful buildings, including some of the churches of Greenland.

Destinations

The light in the darkness in Ittoqqortoormiit 4. Photo by Ken Madsen - Visit Greenland

Ittoqqortoormiit

Sea ice makes this the most isolated town in Greenland, where dog sledding, expedition cruises and wildlife dominate the opportunities for adventure.
View from a Hill onto Ilulissat and the frozen fjord. Photo - Lisa M. Burns, Visit Greenland

Ilulissat

Nature, dog sledding, and cultural exploration await you in this iceberg paradise. Explore Ilulissat and its UNESCO protected Icefjord.

Things To Do

A drum dancer performing in Nuuk on the National Day, June 21 in Greenland

Inuit Culture in Greenland

The Greenlandic roots are an exciting mix of various immigrating peoples and their ability to adapt to the Arctic challenges on the world’s largest island.

Museums

The museums of Greenland are like a modern voyage of discovery through the history of culture and artistic expression.

Articles

Tonny Fisker practicing his one foot high kick before the Arctic Winter Games in Nuuk, Greenland. By Mads Pihl

Arctic Winter Games in Nuuk with lots of arctic sports

Every two years young athletes meet at the Arctic Winter Games to compete in sports both modern and traditional, which serve to create cross-cultural ties.
A Kontrast Smykker by Marianne Farup Hansen gold ring design from Sisimiut in Greenland. By Mads Pihl

A Traveler’s Guide to Great Souvenir Shopping in Greenland

Make your shopping experience a breeze with this quick rundown of fabulous products from right here in Greenland
A Chinese traveler writing a journal entry on a dog sledding trip in the Disko Bay in Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl

Editor’s pick: 12 real reasons to visit Greenland

So Greenland’s on your bucket list for the new year - but when is the best time to go? That’s one of the most common questions we get here at Visit Greenland. In order to help you make your decision, visitgreenland.com editor Tanny Por has hand-picked 12 reasons why she loves this polar wonderscape. Enjoy!
Kalaaliaraq Food. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen.

Foodie revolution in Nuuk

You don’t have to understand Greenlandic to experience new Greenlandic gastronomy. Luckily, our senses are universal.
Hans-Henrik Suersaq Poulsen together with Bjarni Frímann and Miké Thomsen in the Post House. Photo by Jessie Brinkman Evans - Visit Greenland

Inside the 2018 Disko Arts Festival

We had flown down from Uummannaq two days prior, and had arrived in Ilulissat the previous morning. After a restful night’s stay at the Hotel Arctic, we took our bags and made our way down to the tourist dock, passed the hulls of old wooden boats in refit, and towards the young Greenlandic man standing by the gangway in a blue, quilted jumpsuit.
Empty kayak waiting by the pack ice. Photo by Kim Insuk - Visit Greenland

Qaanaaq: Winter vs. Summer

This town is almost as remote as it can get for a tourist in Greenland. It can already be quite a big deal for someone to make the decision to come to Greenland, but for those curious enough to see just how far north they can go, Qaanaaq becomes the challenge.
Nuuk Nordic Festival. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen, Visit Greenland.

Nuuk Nordisk Kulturfestival (New name: Suialaa Arts Festival): Nordic Ambitions and Arctic Atmosphere

You don’t have to be an art connoisseur to enjoy the biggest culture festival in Greenland that takes place every two years in the capital. Nuuk Nordic Culture Festival always offers heart warm hospitality and an extravaganza of experiences for all visitors.
The old part of Nuuk in Greenland on a cold winter day in December. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson.jpg

5 reasons why Nuuk is the best kept secret Christmas getaway

Spend December in the snow-covered capital of Greenland where Christmas warmth is guaranteed in the winter darkness.
Traditional Dress - A drum dancer performing in Nuuk on National Day in Greenland

Drum and mask dance

If you enjoy seeing local culture close up, drum and mask dance is a completely unique experience that you will never forget. Its traditions have their roots in social, cultural and spiritual rituals which date back thousands of years.
The Family In Their National Clothing. Photo by Aningaaq R Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Symbols you'll see on Greenland's National Day

Today, on June 21st, we invite you to join us in celebrating Greenland’s National Day - wherever you are in the world.
A glacier hiker on the Greenland Ice Sheet kicking up ice on a sunny day near Kangerlussuaq. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland.

8 Things You Can Only Find in Greenland and Nowhere Else

Here is a list of things that you can find ONLY in Greenland and nowhere else in the world.
Disko Bay Steam in Ilulissat Ice Fjord. Photo - David Trood, Visit Greenland

Greenland vs Iceland: The Arctic Travel Battle

10 basic differences between Greenland and Iceland you should know before booking your vacation.
Feel free by the giants. by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Things to See & Do in Greenland by Month

Greenland’s on your bucket list for the new year - or perhaps even the year after - but when is the best time to visit Greenland and what are useful things to know before going? What are things to do in Greenland in winter as opposed to summer?
Langelinie polar bears. Photo by Giuseppe Liverino

Have some Greenland in Copenhagen

If you fly to Copenhagen but wish to pre-taste of the Arctic, you don’t want to miss this! This guide will help you find Greenland’s strong presence in the city’s cultural and historical sights.
Whale Art by Aka Høegh, Qaqortoq. Photo - Peter Lindstrom, Visit Greenland

The Greenlandic hunting culture and the Bowhead Whale – a portrait

The Bowhead Whale can boast not only of its appearance in Season 4 of Borgen, but also of its status as the world's most padded baleen whale, and its history of coming close to extinction.
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.
Two snowmobilers on pause in Sisimiut. Photo by Kim Insuk - Visit Greenland

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.
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.
Mitaartut in Kuummiut. Photo by Debora Qatsa

Greenland's Mitaartut tradition - silent masked performances

Mitaartut, the traditional masked custom in Greenland, shares some similarities with Halloween, but there are also significant differences. Here's a comparison between the two.

Local Providers

Local Guide

Local Guide operates tours by boat and land, coordinating with media and organizing fishing and hunting in Ilulissat

Hotel Paamiut & Cafe Tamu Paamiut

Hotel Paamiut and Cafe Tamu Paamiut has historic charm, cozy atmosphere, and Greenlandic cuisine. Join us in Paamiut for a taste of history.
Hotel Kulusuk in snow. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Hotel Kulusuk

The hotel is situated on the coast of eastern-most point just down the road from Kulusuk Airport with connections to Reykjavik and Nuuk.
The collection’s main room. Photo by Kulusuk Museum

Kulusuk museum

A visit to Kulusuk Museum will provide insights on the life of the Tunumi Inuit of the east coast of Greenland.
Person standing on a rock looking over the large greenlandic icecap. Photo by Wild Greenland, Visit Greenland

Wild Greenland

We run hiking, glacier and wildlife tours. We organise bespoke tours, designing the activities to suit your group.
A sunny day at the Nanortalik church in South Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland

Nanortalik Tourism Service

We have existed since 1999, and thereby has many years of experience of dealing with guests and developing both short and longer trips.
A typical view of Kangaamiut - a village in Greenland

Experience Kangaamiut

Kangaamiut is a settlement with about 300 citizens. I want to make the best arrange to have tourists feel happy.
Dog Sledding. Photo by Disko Adventures

Disko Adventures

Local tour operator based in Qeqertarsuaq, dog sledding, snowmobiling, guided hiking tours, Meet the Greenlandic sled dog and more.
The museum in Qaqortoq. Photo by Aningaaq R. Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Qaqortoq Museum

The museum is housed in the town’s oldest building, a black-tarred colonial administrator’s building which was built in 1804.
Guests at Hvalsey church ruin in South Greenland. By Mads Pihl

Greenland Sagalands

We provide information and advice, as well as offering fishing trips, hiking trips, boat trips, kayaking, etc., for individuals and groups.
Old Shop, Narsaq Museum. Photo - Peter Lindstrom , Visit Greenland

Narsaq Museum

The museum, located at the old harbour, features collections and exhibitions in some of Narsaq's oldest buildings from 1830.
Outside bathtub at Isikkivik in Narsaq, South Greenland. Photo by Isikkivik

Isikkivik

We call this cozy little house in Narsaq, ‘Isikkivik’ – the Greenlandic word for ‘what a view!’ – and when you see it, you’ll understand why.
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AVANI Homes

Hotel apartments, houses and rooms in Uummannaq. Rooms for meetings, courses and small conferences. Kayaking, hiking etc. and car rental.
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Nomad Greenland

Exclusive Journeys into the Arctic Wilderness. Begin a soulful odyssey with Nomad Greenland, where each expedition is more than just a trip.
Visitor of Nuuk Art Museum reading about the book Kimik in Nuuk, Greenland. By Rebecca Gustafsson

Nuuk Art Museum

Located in the heart of Nuuk, the museum has over 1,200 artworks by local and international artists. The museum shop has local products.
Nuuk Lokal Museum 2023. Photo by Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen 6

Nuuk Local Museum

The permanent exhibitions focus on conveying the time from the 1950s onwards, a time when Nuuk really became the capital of Greenland.
Interior. Photo by Dooit Design

Dooit Design

Dooit Design showcases one-of-a-kind glass art inspired by Greenland's nature and culture. Discover unique creations influenced by adventure.
Glaciem House. Photo by Mats Bjerde

Glaciem House

Glaciem House was founded in 2017, and strive to provide fun and entertaining dissemination of Greenland's culture and history.
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IceCap Explore

A local tour operator based in Ilulissat. The staff have extensive experience of organising tours, excursions and events of any type.
Ilimanaq Lodges - Photo by Chris Tonnesen - Visit Greenland

World of Greenland

We are a 100% Greenlandic company, deeply rooted in the tourism around Ilulissat.
Gina's guesthouse upernavik

Gina's Guesthouse

We have been welcoming travelers to Upernavik since 2010. Our house is fully furnished and includes internet access.
Trial biking with Petr Kraus by Hotel Sisimiut in Greenland. Photo by Mads Pihl - Visit Greenlandjpg

Hotel Sisimiut

Our 3-star hotel offers 40 rooms, a conference center, a bar, and a gourmet restaurant. Enjoy various excursions with local tour operators.
Entry to Sisimiut museum. Photo_Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen - Visit Greenland

Sisimiut Museum

A local museum dedicated to trade, shipping, and industry, housed in charming colonial buildings from the 18th century.
Couple & View over Nuuk fjord. Photo by Rebecca Gustafsson - Visit Greenland

Inuk Hostels

Located a stone’s throw from the sea with a magnificent view of the Nuuk fjord, and within a reasonable walking distance to downtown Nuuk.
Tupilak Travel Office, Nuuk. Photo - Peter Lindstrom , Visit Greenland

Tupilak Travel

We offer tours to Nuuk, the capital of Nuuk. The journey can be combined with overnight accommodation and excursions.
Photographers hiking for the perfect photo stop by the Ilulissat icefjord in North Greenland. Photo by Paul Zizka - Visit Greenland

Ultima Thule

Let us know what interests you and makes you happy. We work with local guides who know the nature of their area intimately.
Ilulissat Museum is a museum dedicated to the famous Danish explorer Knud Rasmussen. Photo by Henrik Møller Nielsen - Visit Greenland

Ilulissat Cultural History Museum

The museum's surroundings are also used as an Open Air Museum with a variety of traditional Greenlandic means of transport.
Art Museum in Ilulissat. Photo - Filip Gielda, Visit Greenland

Ilulissat Art Museum

The Ilulissat Art Museum is based on former private art collection that have been given to the municipality.
Hans Henrik Suersaq, Klaus Geisler, Kristian Mølgaard and Miki Jacobsen in Angutivik from The National Theatre of Greenland laughing. Photo by Gerth Lyberth, Visit Greenland

The National Theatre of Greenland

The theatre, an independent public institution, produces high-quality performing arts inspired by Greenlandic culture and traditions.
Ilimanaq Lodges - Photo by Chris Tonnesen - Visit Greenland

Ilimanaq Lodge

We offer a unique blend of simple luxury, nature, settlement life, and gastronomy - perfect for the adventurous.
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National Museum of Greenland

The museum is located in Nuuk and has exhibitions that cover all of Greenland’s history during 4,500 years.
Arctic Hiking and Expeditions 10. Photo by Kristinn Garðarsson

Arctic Hiking and Expeditions

We focuse on hiking and trekking tours where you can experience the adventurous nature and landscape of East Greenland.
Woman sewing flower patterns onto kamik - a part of the Greenlandic national costume. Photo by Kittat Economusee

Kittat Economusée

A Greenland Traditional Costume Maker located in the old colonial harbour area in Nuuk.

Upernavik Accommodations

Upernavik Accommodations is a family-owned business dedicated to providing comfortable and hassle-free stays in Upernavik.

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Romantic Moment in Sarfalik, Nuuk. Photo - Rebecca Gustafsson , Visit Greenland

Christmas stories from Greenland that will make you warmer

Despite COVID-19 restrictions, we wish you a cosy Christmas with your loved ones. Here we invite you to discover how we celebrate a white Christmas under the northern lights in Greenland.
A group of travelers having lunch in front of the Sven Havsteen Mikkelsen artwork in Qassiarsuk. By Mads Pihl
Ice cave art. Photo by Norris Niman - Visit Greenland

Behind the scenes of True Detective Season 4

Enjoy our exclusive behind-the-scenes with Greenlandic actors and uncover how Alaska's landscapes and Inuit culture shape this narrative.
Man wearing inuit snow glasses. Photo - Humbert Entress, Visit Greenland

See Greenland through local eyes: Greenland goggles

It’s how our ancestors have lived for centuries, and how our local guides still navigate Greenland’s breathtaking landscapes today.

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