Cruises to Bodo, Norway
Port description
Located in atmospheric Norway, Bodo can be located just north of the Arctic Circle and is the largest city in Nordland county and the second largest in the whole of North Norway. The centre of Bodo is filled with small shops selling unique Norwegian produce and restaurants specialising in Nordic cuisine. For those who are willing to venture into the surrounding environs of the city, Bodo has an abundance of rare flora and fauna on offer. Just 6 miles north of Bodo lies the popular Geitvågen - an area that is inhabited by a large number of endangered White-tailed Eagles. Whether you are looking for the bustle of a city centre or the peace and quiet of an urban retreat, Bodo is an ideal place to plan a daytrip on your cruise of a lifetime.
Typical Excursion
For those seeking out local culture, Bodo has two main museums. These are the Norwegian Aviation Museum and Salten Museum, the latter showing visitors The Lofoten Fisheries, a Sami exhibit, a Viking treasure, and an exhibition about Bodo’s history from 1816 to the present day. Additionally, guests of the city may opt to visit the Bodo Cathedral, built in 1956 and representing post-war architecture. There is also the Bodin Church, very popular with guests of the town and just outside the city centre, which dates from the 13th century and represents a medieval stone church.
Sample local Nordic cuisine in Bodo with restaurants such as Smak – described by its customers as the pinnacle of their trip to the city. Smoked scallops with wild garlic pesto, seared tuna and fennel and duck with seasonal vegetables are just a few of the culinary delights that the renowned restaurant serves up daily. After enjoying the food here, take time to sample some of the region’s liquid delicacies including Aquavit – a Scandinavian spirit flavoured with spices and the herbs caraway and dill.
