Scandinavia · DINING EXPERIENCES

15 Dining Experiences in Scandinavia to Build a Day Around

27 tours  ·  from $39

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 dining experiences justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Tromsø: Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights - Feeding a herd of 300 reindeer
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Tromsø: Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights

1.Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,651 reviews · 4h 30m · from $219Our pick

Meet Sami hosts such as Anna, Luona, or Thea, feed a herd of about 300 reindeer, and take a nighttime sled ride near Tromsø. You’ll warm up in a candlelit gamme with hot drinks, eat a three-course dinner, hear Sami stories and joik, and watch for the Northern Lights.

“It was our best experience in Norway and absolutely made our holiday. The ride on the sledge was a little bumpy but the northern lights made an appearance and the whole experience became magical. The stories and singing from the two Sami girls was delightful and the food and drink very tasty. We would not hesitate to recommend it.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Husky Visit with Traditional Dinner - The short ride from central Tromsø
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Husky Visit with Traditional Dinner

2.Northern Lights Husky Visit with Traditional Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,666 reviews · 4 hours · from $187

Travel 30 minutes from Tromsø to Tromsø Villmarkssenter, where guides such as Zoe, Bram, and Linda introduce you to more than 200 Alaskan huskies. Warm clothing, a Sami lavvo, bacalao, coffee, cake, marshmallows, and a chance to see the Northern Lights are included.

“Very amazing tour! Husky were so cute and well behaved, service staff was great and accommodating! We managed to see the northern lights and it was so amazing. Thank you to the staff for making the call to lower the light for us to appreciate the northern light It was a great bonus that the food served was so delicious! Cake and hot juice was the bomb. Would definitely recommend this tour!”

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Tromsø: Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional) - Searching for the Green Lady
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Tromsø: Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional)

3.Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional)

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,570 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $100

Leave central Tromsø at 8pm with Polar Adventures and search the Aurora Borealis from the Arctic sea. Guides such as Ken, Holly, Thomas, and Hans Eric help with camera settings while you warm up with coffee, hot chocolate, cookies, and snacks. Return by 11:30pm.

“Great guides who were very friendly and informative. Also helped us take great pictures! Cookies, hot chocolate, coffee etc. were provided along with some Norwegian snacks and food. Would highly recommend!”

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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp Dinner with Chance of Northern Lights - Feeding reindeer under the Arctic night
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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp Dinner with Chance of Northern Lights

4.Reindeer Camp Dinner with Chance of Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 806 reviews · 4h 30m · from $163

Travel by comfortable bus from Tromsø to a nighttime reindeer camp, where Sámi guides such as Inga, Ulle, Isat, and Thor share stories, lead reindeer feeding, serve bidos, and perform joik. The Northern Lights are possible, not promised.

“Excellent! Best tour we went on in Tromso. Sami guide was such a beautiful, knowledgeable lady. Reindeer feeding amazing, there are 300 reindeer. Food was gorgeous, salmon salad followed by reindeer stew then chocolate cake in a stunning wooden lodge with roaring fires. We then went into another hut with open fire to hear sami stories and culture, absolutely fascinating. Highlight: it was my birthday & they sang happy birthday to me & I received a sami gift, lovely touch. Treasured memory, thank you”

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Tromsø: Aurora Dinner Cruise by Hybrid-Electric Catamaran - Meeting the boat beside Skarven Kro
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Tromsø: Aurora Dinner Cruise by Hybrid-Electric Catamaran

5.Aurora Dinner Cruise by Hybrid-Electric Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 727 reviews · 3 hours · from $198

Spend three hours aboard Brim Explorer’s heated hybrid-electric catamaran, cruising Tromsø’s fjords over a three-course Arctic dinner. An English-speaking guide shares local stories while you watch for the Northern Lights from 360-degree windows and the outdoor deck. Vegetarian and child menus are available with advance notice.

“Such a great experience. Nice and friendly crew, great food, and explanations. Seeing the northern lights was a blast. We really loved the overall experience!”

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Copenhagen: Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner - The Acoustic menu: a sensible two-course choice
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Copenhagen: Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner

6.Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 437 reviews · 1 day · from $39Best value

Book a set lunch or dinner at Hard Rock Cafe Copenhagen on Rådhuspladsen. You get priority seating, a choice of two or three courses, and a soft drink, coffee, or tea. Pick burgers, BBQ, salmon, salads, or vegetarian options, then browse collectible merchandise beside the City Hall Square.

“I really enjoyed my burger & fries & the service was great too. The only thing I thought was somewhat strange was the beverage choices: juice, soda or hot tea. Adding iced tea or lemonade as an option would be great.”

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Oslo: 3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord - A smooth electric ride through the Oslofjord
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Oslo: 3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord

7.3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 312 reviews · from $146

Board at Rådhusbrygge 2 for a 2.5-hour dinner cruise aboard a 100% electric boat. Enjoy a seasonal pescatarian menu from Restaurant Einer while viewing the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, Munch Museum, islands, and colorful waterfront homes.

“food was delicious and high-end and hosts were friendly and knowledgeable. beautiful views and the silent boat is very cool.”

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Northern Lights Tour from Kiruna to Abisko with Dinner - Chasing the aurora in Abisko National Park
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Northern Lights Tour from Kiruna to Abisko with Dinner

8.Northern Lights Tour from Kiruna to Abisko with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 311 reviews · from $278Top rated

Leave Kiruna at 5 p.m. for Abisko with Lights of Vikings guides such as Omor, Onur, Dimitri, or Robin. Enjoy a Swedish Lapland dinner, then chase clear skies by minibus. Expect winter overalls, hot drinks, a campfire when conditions allow, and professional aurora photos.

“Everything about this experience was 5 star! The pickup, the meal, and the experience. We were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights on our first try and we also go some amazing photos! Thank you to all those involved!”

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From Stockholm: Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner - A short hike with a useful purpose
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From Stockholm: Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner

9.Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 269 reviews · from $151

Meet The Green Trails team at its central Stockholm Urban Basecamp, then ride into the woods for a light hike, bushcraft fire, campfire dinner, and wildlife drive. Guides such as Jesper, Rasmus, Stevie, and Emily have led past departures, with sightings ranging from deer and hares to moose.

“Great experience! Beautiful Stockholm nature. Delicious campfire dinner with beverage, dessert and coffee. Our tour guide was very nice, helpful and informative. We did not get a chance to see moose, but we saw a lot of deers and a few hares. We had an overall excellent outing!”

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Tromso Aurora Cruise with 3-Course Dinner - Watching the northern lights from the deck
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Tromso Aurora Cruise with 3-Course Dinner

10.Tromso Aurora Cruise with 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $203

Board Brim Explorer at Kaigata 6 by 18:45 for a three-hour cruise around Tromsøya. Enjoy a welcome drink, fish-based three-course dinner, aurora talks, and views from the outdoor deck. The electric boat is smooth and quiet, but clouds, city light, and small portions can affect the evening.

“What an epic experience!! Let’s start with the crew Elli, Alberto and Fani were absolutely fantastic, full of knowledge and really helpful! The food, beautifully presented and very tasty, all the food was fish, I think maybe different choices for children under 16 should be available - but this is a minor critique!! The boat was clean, and the ride was smooth! We got super lucky during a week of heavy rain that we managed to see the lights, and they were epic!! We saw them dance throughout the whole cruise! A truly memorable and magical experience”

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Night Reindeer Sledding with Camp Dinner and Chance of Northern Lights - A slow sleigh ride with a big difference from huskies
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Night Reindeer Sledding with Camp Dinner and Chance of Northern Lights

11.Night Reindeer Sledding with Camp Dinner and Chance of Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 165 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $225

At 6 pm, ride by coach from Tromsø to a Sámi reindeer camp. Feed up to 300 reindeer, take a 15 to 20-minute sleigh ride, then eat dinner in a candlelit gamme while Sámi guides share songs, stories, and culture. Aurora viewing is possible but never guaranteed.

“The food was good and the staff were friendly. I did think we would have travelled further from Tromso but it was a nice excursion. Lots of reindeer to feed”

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Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm - A lake, Swedish fika, and dinner by the fire
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Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm

12.Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 155 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $166

Leave Stockholm at 6 p.m. for a five-hour evening in Tyresta National Park. With a guide such as Daniel, Oscar, Marietta, or Lucas, you hike through ancient forest, search for deer, moose, foxes, and wild boar, then share dinner cooked over a bonfire. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

“Tour guide was amazing. Explained things well and managed to see some animals. Amazing sunset view and overall a ver good experience”

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Tromso: Luxury Northern Lights Cruise with Hot Tub & Dinner - Boarding Stella Oceana in central Tromsø
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Tromso: Luxury Northern Lights Cruise with Hot Tub & Dinner

13.Luxury Northern Lights Cruise with Hot Tub & Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 129 reviews · 4 hours · from $309

Join Captain Kenneth and Sachi aboard Stella Oceana for a four-hour Tromsø night cruise. With up to 12 guests, you’ll search for the aurora from two decks or a warm hot tub, then enjoy reindeer soup, hot drinks, cookies, and a cozy saloon.

“One of my most memorable experiences of my life, something that I could never forget. Wonderful host. Wonderful experience. Thank you so much.”

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Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music - A Three-Course Nordic Dinner With a Few Variables
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Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music

14.Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $160

Leave Oslo from Rådhusbrygge 2 for a 2.5-hour evening cruise on a quiet hybrid-electric boat. You’ll see green islands, Dyna Fyr, the Opera House, and Aker Fortress while enjoying a locally sourced three-course Nordic dinner, live music, and views from the panoramic lounges or outside deck.

“Great experience and enjoyed meal. Loved the city by night on the water. Extra was seeing USS Gerald Ford”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights by Minibus - Free Photos and Warm Dinner - Leaving Scandic Ishavshotel after dark
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Tromsø: Northern Lights by Minibus – Free Photos and Warm Dinner

15.Northern Lights by Minibus – Free Photos and Warm Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $237

Spend 6 to 8 hours chasing the aurora from Tromsø with Blue Puffin guides such as Linda, Victor, or Monika. You’ll ride a comfortable minibus, use thermal overalls, stop at several possible viewing spots, eat homemade soup beside a fire, and receive complimentary portraits and aurora photos.

“Victor and Adam were amazing ! Lovely group and lovely guides, we saw the aurora and had an amazing soup which was homemade. Would absolutely recommend!”

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