The capital region
The capital region
Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, is an Arctic metropolis with a small town feel, shaped by nature and known for its cultural diversity. As the largest city in Greenland, Nuuk offers a diverse range of activities and attractions, making it the perfect destination for all types of travelers.
One of the best ways to experience the Capital Region is by exploring the city’s rich cultural history. The Nuuk Art Museum showcases Greenlandic art, while the National Museum provides insight into the country’s fascinating past. You can also take a stroll through the colorful historic quarter of Old Nuuk to soak up the local culture.
When it comes to accommodations, Nuuk offers a variety of options, from modern hotels to cozy guesthouses. The food scene in Nuuk is also worth mentioning as you can try traditional dishes such as seal, musk ox, and arctic char, as well as sample local beers.
For those seeking outdoor adventure, the Capital Region also offers a wealth of activities. You can take a boat tour to explore the stunning fjord, which is the second largest fjord-system in the world, or hike in the nearby mountains for breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Are you not into hiking, you can also explore the top of the mountains around Nuuk by helicopter.
While Nuuk can be seen as the colorful heart of Greenland, the smaller communities of Paamiut south of the capital and Kapisillit in the Nuuk Fiord are places to kick back and spend time in the outdoors, either en route with the coastal ferry Sarfaq Ittuk or on a weekend holiday.
Today you travel to Nuuk and the Capital Region from Kangerlussuaq by plane. From late 2024, the new international airport in Nuuk is expected to be inaugurated. At this point you will be able to arrive in Nuuk directly from at least Copenhagen, Denmark, and Keflavik, Iceland. Or you will reach the port of Nuuk with Sarfaq Ittuk exploring the West Coast of Greenland.
In conclusion, the Capital Region of Greenland is a destination ideally as a city break in Greenland. It mixes shopping, whale watching, skiing, and fine dining into a cosmopolitan experience with a backcountry twist where innovative, adaptive people, and trendsetting artists meet office workers, fishermen and hunters. Organic Greenlandic ingredients meet Thai spices in gourmet restaurants and cozy takeaway stores in Nuuk.
Legends and traditions are reinterpreted by local artists, musicians, and designers. So, pack your bags and head to the Capital Region.
Read more about the local tour operators in the Capital Region below.
Selected tour operators in The capital region
Nuuk Water Taxi
They provide many daily tours all year around. Their captains and guides are all locals providing you with great service and extensive knowledge of the area’s natural and cultural history
Two Ravens
They offer a great variety of experiences to satisfy anyone’s desire for adventure in the wilderness. Whether you want to relax in the unparalleled beauty of the Greenlandic nature or take a more challenging adventure, they got you covered. The possibilities are endless and the memories will last forever. They are based in Nuuk, which is also their typically point of departure. All though they can operate all over Greenland.
Arctic Boat Charter – ABC
It is possible to charter the boat for bespoke daytrips in the majestic fjord system of Nuuk. For visits to some of the smaller settlements such as Qeqertarsuatsiaat, Kapisillit or Atammik. ABC is also providing opportunities for other tours such as whale safari, guided fishing or hunting tours. You can learn more on about the company on their website.
Nuuk Outdoor
Nuuk Outdoor are operating a few boat tours around Nuuk but are also specializing in hunting and fishing trips in Greenland. The company are also collaborating very close with Ilulissat Tours.
Greenland Extreme
They provide heliskiing, hunting, fishing, super yacht trips and hiking tours. The company is founded and operated by Arne Hardenberg a former professional FIS skiing athlete. Awarded Guide of the Year in Greenland two times by Luxury Travel Guide.
Qajaq Seaway
It is possible to charter the boat for day trips to Qeqertarsuatsiaat, Kapisillit, Atammik, places in the Ameralik fjord or other destinations around Nuuk according to agreed price. You can learn more on about the company on their Facebook page.
