What are the best things to do in Trondheim?
Top picks in Trondheim include Nidaros Cathedral, Vår Frue Church, Tyholt tower, Munkholmen island. See the full list and itinerary on this Trondheim travel guide.
Why visit Trondheim
Travel guide for Trondheim, Norway — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Trondheim is a stop in Norway, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 2 days. If time is short, prioritise Nidaros Cathedral, Vår Frue Church, Tyholt tower instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 160–320 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Trondheim
1
Nidaros Cathedral
2
Vår Frue Church
3
Tyholt tower
4
Munkholmen island
5
Ringve Music Museum
Budget travel
Free things to do in Trondheim
Nidaros Cathedral
Vår Frue Church
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Trondheim itinerary (2 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Nidaros Cathedral
- Visit Vår Frue Church
- Visit Tyholt tower
- Eat at Studentersamfundet
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Munkholmen island
- Visit Ringve Music Museum
- Eat at Student canteens
Budget
Trondheim trip cost
Budget
USD 70–120
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 160–320
per person / day
Luxury
USD 370–610+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Trondheim, Norway. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Trondheim
Estimated total (USD)
$3,720
≈ $1,860 per person · $531 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $240/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Trondheim mid-range ground costs (budget 70–120 · mid 160–320 · luxury 370–610+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Studentersamfundet
The red, roundhouse that previously housed the Trondheim Interrail centre during summer and the student society otherwise. The café Edgar se
Student canteens
The size of the university means there are 9 student canteens around town on the campuses, serving cheap food at good prices, paid by weight
SiT Kafe Kalvskinnet
SiT Kafe Øya
SiT Kafe Kjelhuset
SiT Kafe Hangaren
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Singsaker Sommerhotell
Best Western Chesterfield Hotel
This hotel is a piece of England in the middle of Trondheim. It's within walking distance to bus- and railway station, shopping malls and mu
Thon Hotel Trondheim
You will find the hotel in the middle of the historic district in Trondheim, only 50 metres from the town square. The airport shuttle bus an
Sandmoen Bed & Breakfast
This is a Bed and Breakfast that also has a space for camping. South of the city and frequently served by slo-o-ow bus. Shop, huts and all a
Pensjonat Jarlen
Slightly more expensive, but still good for Trondheim.
Shopping
- Nidar factory outlet
- Nordre gate
- Thomas Angells Gate
- Fjordgata
- Trondheim Torg
- Byhaven
Nightlife
- Studentersamfundet
- Bar Circus
- Den Gode Nabo
- DownTown
- Cafe 3b
- Fru Lundgreens
Museums & culture
- Nidaros Cathedral
- Vår Frue Church
- Ringve Music Museum
In pictures
Trondheim gallery
Photos: Trondheim Havn from Trondheim, Norway, Leonhard Lenz, Ssu — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Trondheim travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Trondheim?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Trondheim?
Plan at least 2 days in Trondheim for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Trondheim?
Popular stays in Trondheim include Singsaker Sommerhotell, Best Western Chesterfield Hotel, Thon Hotel Trondheim. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Trondheim cost?
On the ground in Trondheim (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 70–120 per person per day, mid-range about 160–320, and luxury about 370–610+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Trondheim, Norway. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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