The 8 Best Tours in Ålesund

1.1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 533 reviews · from $42Our pick

Explore Ålesund for one day on a double-decker hop-on hop-off bus. Start at the cruise terminal or any marked stop, hear commentary in seven languages, and stop for Aksla views, Hessa scenery, Art Nouveau architecture, and the Ålesund Aquarium. Wi-Fi, headsets, and museum discounts are included.

“I rely on a mobility scooter and both the guides that we encountered were amazing in supporting me and getting on and off the bus. The actual commentary on the earphones was amazing really enjoyed listening to every bit of it. We could not have visited the Viking Museum at the furthest point of the bus journey without transport. We did the full circle to listen to the whole tour and then got off where we wanted to and back on again. The only criticism is that I contacted the company a number of times regarding my scooter because it just said wheelchair accessible. Unfortunately, no one replied. In addition,…”

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2.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 399 reviews · 1 day · from $51

See Ålesund from an open-top double-decker bus on an 80-minute route with eight stops. Use the audio guide in eight languages, get off at Fjellstua viewpoint, Sunnmøre Museum, the Art Nouveau Centre, or the aquarium, and use booklet discounts. It runs every 30 minutes on cruise-ship dates from June through September.

“Overall was a great way to see and learn more about the city.”

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3.Alesund Shore Excursion: From Fjords to Trolls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 319 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

Travel from Ålesund through Valldal to Gudbrandsjuvet and the Trollstigen Plateau, with stops at fjords, waterfalls, the Troll Wall, and a rural buffet lunch option. Guides such as Lulu, Claudia, and Giulia explain local stories and scenery. Check road conditions before booking, since Trollstigen closures can change the route.

“Guide and Driver were great. Very knowledgeable. Had plenty of time at each stop. Lunch buffet was very nice as well.”

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4.Alesund Shore Excursion: The Ultimate Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 285 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $143

This four-hour English-led coach tour links Ålesund’s art nouveau center with Sunnmøre Museum and remote Alnes Lighthouse on Godøy. You’ll see old boats and historic homes, ride across islands and tunnels, and climb about 185 steep lighthouse steps. Guides such as Sandra, Denise, Dani, and Danny have led recent departures, though groups can reach 45 people.

“Denise was an excellent guide for our tour of Alesund. She was very knowledgeable, patient and friendly. Our bus driver was excellent too. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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5.Ålesund and Surrounding Islands Audio Guide Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 116 reviews · 3 hours · from $136

You’ll ride from Ålesund in an air-conditioned vehicle to Godøya, Alnes fishing island, and Alnes Fyr lighthouse, then finish at Aksla viewpoint. An audio guide is available in five languages, and a live guide can help if the system fails. Allow for wind, rain, tunnels, and limited time at each stop.

“De rit met de kleine touringbus was geweldig en we hebben een heerlijk genoten van de stops. De chauffeur was goed en hielp ook daar waar nodig. 's avonds op het schip zagen we de bezochte vuurtoren ook nog staan. Uitzichtpunt Alska was fantastisch.”

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6.Guided Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 59 reviews · 3 hours · from $83Top rated

Join a local guide such as Rigmor, Nora, Monica, or Caroline for five Norwegian food tastings across Ålesund’s cafés and restaurants. Expect short walks, Art Nouveau streets, sea air, coffee, still water, and stories about local life. Menus change with the season, opening hours, and day of week.

“Rigmor was very nice and full of interesting things about Alesund, the food was very nice.”

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7.Ålesund to Geiranger Fjord Boat Tour with Return Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 53 reviews · 10h 30m · from $157

Spend about 10.5 hours traveling from Ålesund to Geiranger by boat and bus. Cruise Hjørundfjord and UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, pause in Øye, Hellesylt, and Geiranger, taste waterfall water, and return via Eagle Road, Eidsdal, Storfjord, and Kokarsteinen. The English-speaking host keeps the day moving, while free time lets you explore on your own.

“Bijzondere ervaring, gelukkig mooi weer hoewel het anders was voorspeld. Leverde mooie foto’s op.”

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8.Fjord Tour with Lunch on MS Bruvik

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13 reviews · 7 hours · from $156

Spend about seven hours aboard the classic black-and-white MS Bruvik, cruising from Ålesund into Hjørundfjord. Expect snow-covered peaks, village views, live English guiding, audio commentary in 15 languages, a simple soup lunch, and a short independent stop in Sæbø. Bring warm layers and allow time for both indoor comfort and outdoor viewing.

“Bardzo fajna wycieczka, dla kogoś kto nigdy nie oglądał fjordów z bliska. Super możliwość zobaczenia tego z innej perspektywy. Ale czas wydłużony. W połowie trasy zatrzymaliśmy się na odstawienie połowy grupy do autokaru, płynęliśmy dalej, a na powrocie zatrzymaliśmy się w tej samej wiosce do zwiedzenia. Tam nie było co zwiedzać, więc straciliśmy łącznie ok 1h. Lepiej w tym czasie byłoby popłynąć dalej albo po prostu wrócić. Lunch to jedynie zupa z dodatkami (ziemniaki, marchewka, kiełbaska, pokrojona parówka) i chlebem i bagietką. Rozgrzewające, ale w smaku nie wiem co miało przypominać. Plus taki, że donosili świeże porcje pieczywa i zupy, więc można było się najeść. Na pokładzie była też ...”

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