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The best things to do in Flåm

Flåm is a village in western Norway, beside the Aurlandsfjord and surrounded by steep mountains. It’s a starting point for some of Norway’s best-known fjord and mountain experiences.
Ride the Flåm Railway through a steep mountain valley, cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, or take a bus tour to Stegastein viewpoint. You can also explore the Aurlandsfjord by kayak, join a guided hike, or visit nearby attractions such as Borgund Stave Church.
Explore our recommended things to do in Flåm and find the experiences that suit your trip.
Planning your visit? Our Flåm travel guide covers when to go, how long to stay, and where to stay.
Cruise ship docked at port in green valley by deep fjord.
Woman enjoying autumn views of the Nærøyfjord on a fjord cruise from Flåm.
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Outdoor activities

Explore the mountains and fjords around Flåm on foot, by bike, or from a kayak. Join a guided kayak trip on the Aurlandsfjord, follow a historic postal route along the Nærøyfjord, or combine the Flåm Railway with ziplining and cycling through Flåmsdalen.
Two kayakers in a yellow tandem kayak paddling on a calm fjord, with one pointing enthusiastically, surrounded by rocky cliffs and autumn foliage.
Summer favorite
Kayaking in Flåm
Flåm • 3 hr
No available price
1 May - 31 October
Getting amazing view over the UNESCO Nærøyfjord on the hike to Rimstigen
Summer favorite
UNESCO Nærøyfjord hike
Multiple locations • 7 hr
No available price
15 May - 31 Oct
Group hiking Royal Post Road scenic trail Norwegian fjords mountains blue sky summer day
Postal road hike
Multiple locations • 6 hr
No available price
20 May - 20 Sep
Three people on snowy viewpoint overlook blue fjord and snowy peaks.
Snowshoe hike to Stegastein viewpoint
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
No available price
26 December - 31 March
Woman in maroon swimsuit diving into fjord from wooden deck, mirrored reflection in glass.
Fjord Sauna in Flåm
Flåm • 1 hr 30 min
No available price
Available all year
Rustic cabin above fjord with hills, homes, and winding road.
Waterfall and culture tour in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 15 min
No available price
16 March - 31 October
Red inflatable boat speeding through rippling water, carrying yellow-jacketed people, framed by snow-covered mountains.
RBB-boat winter tour in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
No available price
1 November - 31 March
Group of smiling hikers posing with majestic mountains behind them.
Nærøydalen Heritage Trail
Multiple locations • 5 hr
No available price
15 May - 31 October
People in bright thermal suits and life vests on a boat, smiling and excited, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and icy fjord waters.
Winter fjord safari and viking dinner in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
No available price
1 November - 31 March
Three people snowshoe uphill at sunset with fjord and snowy peaks behind.
Snowshoe hike and viking dinner in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
No available price
26 December - 31 March
Two hikers in blue jackets climbing green hillside with wildflowers, overlooking a valley, fjord, and mountain cliffs.
Fjord safari and hike in Flåm
Flåm • 6 hr
No available price
1 July - 31 August

Visit Flåm on a longer fjord tour

Include Flåm in a journey through western Norway, combining scenic railways, fjord cruises, and other destinations along the way.
Our self-guided tours combine train journeys and fjord cruises, with transport and connections planned for you. You travel independently, following the itinerary we arrange. You can add extra nights in Flåm to make time for a viewpoint visit, a guided kayaking trip, or a walk through the valley.
Woman in yellow sweater leans from green train window, gazing at autumn forest landscape.
Flexible itinerary
The classic journey
Norway in a Nutshell®
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See the highlights: UNESCO Nærøyfjord, Flåm and Bergen Railway
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From 1 day · Add extra nights
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Start in Oslo or Bergen
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Available year-round
From 2698 NOK
Boat on Sognefjord with flag flying, wake trailing behind on calm water.
Flexible itinerary
Slow & comfortable
Sognefjord in a Nutshell™
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Cruise Norway's longest fjord at a relaxed pace
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From 1 day · Add extra nights
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Start in Oslo or Bergen
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Available April – October
From 2745 NOK
Turquoise fjord with cruise ships, forested mountains and snow.
Flexible itinerary
With Norway in a Nutshell®
Fjords, coast & mountains
Geirangerfjord and Norway in a Nutshell®
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Geirangerfjord plus Norway’s most famous scenic route, Trollstigen
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From 3 days · Add extra nights
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Start in Oslo or Bergen
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Available June – September
From 9672 NOK
Panoramic view of Åndalsnes, Romsdalen valley and Romsdalsfjord from the Nesaksla summit viewpoint
8-day round trip
Fjords, glaciers & coast
Norway’s Great Fjords
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Discover 3 fjords, glaciers, mountains & a coastal voyage
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Hotels, transport, and activities included
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8 days · Fixed itinerary
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Start in Oslo · Round trip
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Available June – September
From 28950 NOK
Havila coastal cruise ship sailing through scenic Norwegian fjords between Trondheim and Bergen
Flexible itinerary
With Norway in a Nutshell®
Cultural cities & scenic trains
Cities and Coastal Cruise
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Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim, linked by scenic trains and a coastal voyage
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From 4 days · Add extra nights
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Start in Oslo or Bergen · Round trip
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Available year-round
From 11931 NOK
Fjord cruise boat approaching Balestrand through the Sognefjord
Fully planned
Slow down on the shores of Sognefjord
Sognefjord Cruise & Balestrand Stay
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Fjord cruise, glacier tour & 2 nights in Balestrand
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3 days · Fixed itinerary
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Start in Oslo or Bergen
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Available May – September
From 9477 NOK
Hikers standing on Preikestolen plateau during a scenic hike, overlooking the Lysefjord far beneath in Norway.
Flexible itinerary
With Norway in a Nutshell®
Bookings for 2027 open soon
Active adventure
Preikestolen & Norway in a Nutshell®
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Adventure to Preikestolen plus Norway's iconic highlights
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From 3 days · Add extra nights
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Start in Oslo or Bergen
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Available May – September
From 7100 NOK
Fully planned
With Norway in a Nutshell®
Timed for winter daylight
Winter Fjords & Flåm from Oslo
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Ride the Bergen Railway across snowy mountains, with 1 night in Flåm
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Hotel, selected meals, transport & Stegastein included
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2 days · Fixed itinerary
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Start in Oslo or Bergen · One-way trip
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Available November – March
From 5626 NOK
Travelers enjoying spectacular panoramic views from snow-covered Stegastein viewpoint platform overlooking Aurlandsfjord and dramatic Norwegian mountains - available as add-on to Norway in a Nutshell winter tour
Fully planned
With Norway in a Nutshell®
Timed for winter daylight
Winter Fjords & Flåm from Bergen
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See the highlights, with an overnight in Flåm
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Hotel, selected meals, transport & Stegastein included
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2 days · Fixed itinerary
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Start in Bergen · Round trip
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Available November – March
From 4983 NOK
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Day trips from Flåm

Our Bergen-based team has been helping travelers explore Norway since 1982. We asked some of our colleagues to share their favorite day trips from Flåm and what makes them worth visiting.
Views looking over the aurlandsfjord from Stegastein Viewpoint

Bus tour to Stegastein Viewpoint

See the Aurlandsfjord from 650 m above the water on a bus tour from Flåm. At Stegastein, a viewing platform extends 30 m from the mountainside, giving you views along the fjord and across the surrounding mountains.
“It's that classic view you picture when you think of the Norwegian fjords, and you can experience it without hiking up a mountain.” - Anouk, Fjord Tours writer
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Viking Village Njardarheimr in Gudvangen, by Flåm

Bus tour to Stalheim Viewpoint, Viking Valley and scenic Undredal village

Explore the villages, history, and mountain scenery around Flåm on a guided bus tour.
Visit Stalheim for views over the Nærøydalen valley, discover how people lived during the Viking Age at Viking Valley in Gudvangen, and stop in Undredal, known for its small stave church and traditional goat cheese.
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Borgund stave church exterior in summer

Borgund Stave Church

Visit one of Norway's best-preserved medieval wooden churches, built around 1180. Borgund Stave Church is known for its distinctive wooden construction, carved details, and dragon-head decorations on the roof.
Join a tour from Flåm to explore this historic landmark and learn about Norway's medieval architecture.
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1 day in Flåm: A suggested itinerary

If you're staying in Flåm and have 1 full day to explore, here's how we'd spend it. Walk through the Flåmsdalen valley, visit a local museum, enjoy lunch at a fjord-side farm, and finish the day with a Viking-inspired dinner.
This is a great way to spend an extra day in Flåm, especially if you've already experienced the Flåm Railway or a fjord cruise and want to discover more of the village and its surroundings.

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