Mt. Aksla Tours and Tickets

This Ålesund guided tour, led by an English-speaking driver-guide, visits three coastal icons via bridges/tunnels, mixing history, heritage, and views on Giske/Godøy islands. Giske Church: Norway's sole white marble church (c.1130, Romanesque), a Giske family chapel. Seats 125 in rectangular nave; features 18thC carvings by Jakob Sørensøn Giskegaard, "kissing crosses." Restored post-Reformation; evokes Norman style amid serenity. Summer tours. Alnes Lighthouse: Godøy's NW coast, 1876 stone tower (26m tall), beam reaches 20 nautical miles thru stormy seas. Museum, quarters, cliffs, views—great for photos/birding. Red cabins nod to seafaring past. Aksla Viewpoint: 418m above Brosundet harbor; 360° fjord/island/Art Nouveau/mountain panoramas. Top Norway view via winding road; Fjellstua restaurant, wildflowers for sunsets.

While the center of Ålesund is full of beautiful scenery for cruise passengers to explore, several interesting attractions lie on islands around the city. Quickly and easily, journey to island spots such as Godøya with panoramic views, the Alnes Lighthouse, before finishing at the panoramic viewpoint of Aksla Mountain overlooking the city center.

Going to new places in large group tours make it impossible to get the most out of your visit as these large groups usually move way too quickly. Move at a pace that’s comfortable for you by booking this Sunnmore Medieval Village Private Tour from Alesund. With your private group and private guide, visit Sunnmøre Museum, an open-air museum featuring historic exhibits and homes, as well as other nearby highlights.

Discover Norway’s picturesque landscape in comfort and style–and avoid the stress of planning your own itinerary–on this luxury minibus tour from Ålesund to Trollstigen with stops at ten different locations and your lunch and drinks included. Take in mountain and fjord scenery at viewpoints around Storfjorden and Gudbrandsdalsjuvet, learn about history and culture in Sjøholt and Øvstestølen, and hear plenty of stories from your local guide along the way.

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.

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.

Focus on the natural scenery along Norway’s Atlantic Road rather than the road in front of you with this private tour from Ålesund. Travel over and past the fjords north of Ålesund to reach the famous Atlantic Ocean Road, a coastal route that lets you hop across a series of islands connected by eight bridges.

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.

The blend of world-famous landscapes with storytelling and hidden gems will make this private tour from Alesund truly special for you! Trollstigen’s 11 hairpin bends are breathtaking enough, but your journey also reveals lush valleys, Norway’s “Strawberry Valley” of Valldal, rugged mountain passes, and dizzying viewpoints that few visitors ever forget. Along the way, your personal guide shares fascinating local stories of trolls — not just as mythical creatures, but as a cultural legacy that still inspires books, films, and modern folklore. Unlike standard bus tours, you’ll travel in comfort at your own pace, stop at the best scenic points without rush, and enjoy time for photos, short walks, and even seasonal tastings. By combining dramatic landscapes, cultural tales, and the intimacy of a private experience, this tour captures the very essence of Norway: wild, magical, and unforgettable.

Make the most of your short time in Alesund with this attraction-packed tour. Led by your private guide, you’ll start with a walking tour of the city’s storied streets, exploring all the landmark sights and witnessing the city’s Art Nouveau past. From there, you’ll head to the summit of Aksla Mountain for the city’s best views—while some waste time climbing the mountain’s 418 steps, you’ll be delivered straight to the top.

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.

Avoid renting a car and driving on steep unknown roads on this full-day shore excursion Trollstigen, one of the most scenic mountain roads in Norway. Highlights include visiting the village of Valldal, known for growing strawberries, and several natural highlights of the scenic road, including dramatic ravines, viewpoints, and Aksla Mountain.

Avoid renting a car and driving on steep unknown roads on this full-day shore excursion along Trollstigen, one of the most scenic mountain roads in Norway. Highlights include visiting the village of Valldal, known for growing strawberries, and several natural highlights of the scenic road, including dramatic ravines, viewpoints, and Aksla Mountain.