Tours and Tickets to Experience Giske Church

Ellingsøy ViewPoint Giske Beach Giske marble Church Alnes Lighthouse including "svele" and coffee or tea. Sunnmøre Museum, boathouses Aklsla Viewpoint Fjellstua Finally, we take you for a city sightseeing before we return to the starting point of the trip. This is our half-day trip to some of the islands surrounding Ålesund. This trip is not available Mondays in the winter season.

On this private tour, see all of Alesund’s highlights—without dealing with crowds or waiting in lines. Spend a half-day diving into the region’s bucolic scenes, from remote islands and rural farmlands to ancient churches, markets, lighthouses, bridges, and museums. Through the eyes of your local guide, you’ll get much out of your time spent in this historic region.

Discover the scenery and history of the ‘Viking saga islands’ of Giske and Godøy. From Ålesund, we’ll travel across the Giske bridge to the saga island of Giske, the birthplace of the Viking chieftain, Rollo. During a photo stop at Giske we will enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Travelling through a tunnel will bring us to the island of Godøy and the picturesque fishing village of Alnes. There will be a stop at Alnes Lighthouse for a visit . We return to Ålesund and ascend the local mountain Aksla. The bus will take us as far as the stadium, where we’ll continue our journey on foot. A scenic 900-meter walk on a gentle path with no gradient will lead us to the viewpoint, offering spectacular panoramic views of Ålesund and its stunning surroundings. From the viewpoint, we will descend 418 steps back to the town, where it's just a short walk to the harbor.‍ Please Note: For those who prefer not to walk to the viewpoint or down the steps, the bus will return directly to the harbor.

Famed for its coastal beauty, Viking heritage, and scenic archipelago, Alesund is a gateway to Norway’s untamed beauty—and this half-day, private sightseeing excursion offers a stress-free way to see its highlights. Meet your guide in central Alesund at a time of your choosing, and set off. Visit historical highlights like the Giske Church, summit Mt. Aksla to take in panoramic views, explore several of Alesund’s neighboring islands, and learn all about its history.

Known for its art nouveau architecture and stunning seaside setting among mountains and fjords, Alesund is a Norwegian city worth exploring in depth. This half-day private tour will show you a wide variety of essential landmarks and attractions, from the 12th-century marble Giske Kirke to the Atlanterhavsparken aquarium (admission tickets not included). Along the way, your guide will share stories about the city’s dramatic history.