Cruise Port Guide Honningsvåg – Norway: docked
This is the main dock in Honningsvag although there are a couple of docks available in the near area (see map).. From here you walk past the blue building and straight onto the main parking lot where all vehicles leave for the North Cape and where you find the tourist information.
This building on the main parking lot in front of the dock is where you can arrange all kind of stuff. This is where you’ll find the tourist information, the North Cape museum, car rentals, bus stops and souvenir shops.
This is the tourist information on the parking lot. This is the spider of the web when it comes to transportation options. If you haven’t pre arranged anything make sure to walk in here to see what your options for that day are.
Reindeer on holiday.
On Magerøya it is quit hard not to spot reindeer. There about 8000 “wild” reindeer on the island that are owned by 6 different families. Each spring military vessels escort the reindeer from the mainland to Magerøya island. In the late fall the reindeer swim back to the mainland. Magerøya really is their vacation island where they get to roam free during the summer time. You can sometimes spot them in Honningsvag, but you will definitely see them on your drive to the North Cape.
In Honningsvag your cruise ship has several options to dock. All cruise docks are just a few minutes walk from the main street of Honningsvag. Although Honningsvag is a small town it still has rather good facilities for cruise passengers. Everything in town, when it comes to tourism, is basicaly arranged through the tourist information. They are the spider in the web when it comes to transportation, tours, hikes etc. You’ll find them on the parking lot in front of the cruise docks (see map).
Transportation in Honningsvag
Since Honningsvag is in such a remote area of the world transportation options are limited. Please find your options underneath:
Public bus system
Public transport is now under control of the Tourist Information. Bus 330 used to be the public bus going to the North Cape. These tickets are now sold through the tourist information. Walk into their office on the main parking lot to check the times and buy your tickets. You can also pre-book your tickets from the cruise dock to the North Cape through the following link: http://www.nordkapp.no/en/travel.
Taxis
Taxis are generally only available in the morning. Find them in front of the dock on the main parking lot. They are willing to show you around or just to bring you to the North Cape. Negotiate a price before hand. Please know 1600 NOK is a suitable price to pay per taxi (max. 4 persons) round trip. Please know that taxis are very limited in Honningsvag.
Car Rental
There are a few car rentals in Honningsvag. Why not rent a car yourself and drive all over the island. It is a rather small island with a couple of roads. The only thing you need to do when driving on Mageroya is avoid the reindeer. You’ll find the Hertz and Avis car rental near the tourist information on the main parking lot. Since vehicles are limited we do recommend to book ahead of time by emailing post@nordkappauto.no for example.
Distance from cruise port
Honningsvag centre – 300 meter walk
Honningsvag church – 900 meter walk
Gallery of the Sun – 11 km to the north
North Cape – 33 km to the north
FAQ about Honningsvag
– How far is the city centre?
The city centre of Honningsvag is just a few hundred meter walk from the cruise dock.
– Is the North Cape really worth visiting?
Yes and no. The North cape is one of those places that is definitely not as spectacular as people imagine it to be. However being so close you want to tick it off your travel resume.
– Are the ships shore excursions the same as what they offer on shore?
Yes, they are. There is only a hand full of tour operators and so its basicly all the same. If you are looking to buy a tour, buy it through your cruise line or directly from the local tour operator/tourist information while you are still at home. Please know tours are limited and therefore making independent arrangements is recommended to arrange before you leave on your cruise. To book yourself online: http://www.nordkapp.no/en/booking or cruisecrocodile.com/shore-excursions/