Polaria – An Arctic Experience

General information

Exhibitions and our mission
Polaria’s mission is to showcase the research done in the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions. Through knowledge-based exhibitions made in collaboration with scientists from the Fram - High North Research Centre for Climate and the Environment, Polaria mirror some of the research that takes place in the Arctic. Our brand-new interactive exhibitions allow you to learn more about, and reflect over the man-made challenges our region is facing.

Delve into an ocean of sound, explore the synergies of the unique food-web found on Svalbard, and reflect on how all life is connected and dependent on each other.

Seal Pool and Aquarium
We have five playful seals living in our seal pool; two bearded seals and three harbour seals. The seals are fed and trained several times a day to stimulate them both mentally and physically. And while it is not done to put on a show for our guests, we welcome all to watch these feeding and training sessions every day at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:30 PM.

Our aquarium is one of the few places in the world where you can see fish and marine animals from the Polar region up-close. Here you will find species like Polar Cod, Wolffish, King Crabs and tiny sharks.

Do you want an exclusive Polaria experience? Now you have the opportunity to book a seal encounter or sign up for a guided tour through the exhibitions and aquarium. Read more and book on Polaria's website.

Panoramic Theatre
In our Panoramic Theatre you can see three different films that showcase some of the spectacular phenomena we have here in the wild north. Experience the Northern Lights in the Tromsø region, fly over Svalbard’s glaciers and mountains, and join us behind the scenes here at Polaria.

The Gift Shop
In our unique gift shop, you can find a wide range of local and Nordic high-quality products. We want our gift shop to reflect Polaria’s values regarding environmental consciousness. That’s why we have chosen to only collaborate with suppliers that limits their impact on the environment and deliver sustainable products.

Expansion
We are currently expanding Polaria. An extension is being constructed at the back of our building, to make room our new seal pool. This pool will be three times as large as our current one. Panorama-windows will provide a gorgeous view of the sea and the mountains, and give the seals plenty of natural daylight. A balcony featuring an outdoor pool will allow them to swim out and bask in the sun during the summer months, and play in the snow during the winter. The expansion will also give more room for our guests to view the feeding sessions. We look forward to presenting the new Polaria in 2025.

Opening hours summer 1st June to 31st August: daily 10:00 AM (10:00) - 5:00 PM (17:00).
Opening hours from 1st September to 31st May: daily 10:00 AM (10:00) - 4:00 PM (16:00).
Seal training and feeding: daily at 10:30 AM (10:30), 12:30 PM (12:30) & 3:30 PM (15:30).

Facilities

Prices from

295 NOK per person

- Adult NOK 295

- Child 0-2 years old NOK 0

- Child 3-15 years old NOK 150

- Student (with valid ID) NOK 240

- Senior 67+ years old (with valid ID) NOK 240

- Family (up to 2 adults + 3 children) NOK 795