Family Encyclopedia >> Travel

Best Places to See the Aurora Borealis: Canada, Norway, Iceland, and Finland

In Canada: The Yellowknife Area

For adventurous travelers willing to venture far, Canada delivers some of the world's most stunning aurora displays. In the Yellowknife region, the lights remain visible until mid-April, offering vast open spaces for a captivating, mysterious outdoor experience.

Recommended stay: Coast Fraser Tower in Yellowknife.

In Norway: The Lofoten Islands

Ranked second among the world's most beautiful islands by The Observer, the Lofoten Islands boast breathtaking scenery. Visitors can witness the mesmerizing aurora borealis lighting up the night sky, plus explore picturesque fishing villages and embark on whale-watching safaris.

Recommended stay: Best Western Lofoten Hotel in central Leknes.

In Iceland: Reykjavik

Experience a guaranteed change of scenery in Iceland's capital, where the northern lights are sometimes visible right from the city center. Nearby dark-sky spots provide alternative vantage points for this awe-inspiring phenomenon.

Recommended stay: Home Luxury Apartments, just steps from Reykjavik's vibrant Laugavegur shopping street.

In Finland: Inari

The Saami cultural capital of Inari features one of Finland's most scenic lakes. In Finnish Lapland, the northern lights appear on about 200 nights a year. View them on snowshoes, skis, or via an exhilarating dog-sledding adventure.

Recommended stay: Inarin Kalakenttä hotel in Inari, with a private beach, immersed in nature—perfect for aurora viewing and fishing.

Book flights, hotels, tours, dynamic packages (flight/train + hotel), car rentals, and vacation homes in France and abroad. Go Voyages is a leading online travel agency in France.