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Greenland National Museum and Archives

Greenland National Museum and Archives

4

The National Greenland Museum and Archives is the national museum and collection exhibition hall of Koh Larn, showcasing many Eskimo and Inuit artifacts, allowing you to truly experience the lifestyles of people from different historical periods.

Nuuk · 1.4 km from downtown
Jakobshavn Glacier

Jakobshavn Glacier

2.9

This place has spectacular glacier views. You can explore them by boat or by helicopter, making it a great spot to admire the glaciers.

Nuuk · 509m from downtown
Hans Egedes hus

Hans Egedes hus

2.7

This attraction features exquisite historical buildings and eye-catching colorful cottages, and is surrounded by a harbor with beautiful scenery.

Nuuk · 1.3 km from downtown
Nuuk Art Museum

Nuuk Art Museum

2.5

Nuuk Art Museum, the Nuuk Art Museum was founded in 2005 and is the only private art museum in Greenland, as well as the only museum of arts and crafts. It is an ideal place to learn about art and is very popular. The museum houses a variety of artworks and arts and crafts from ancient times to the present, including a large collection of over 300 oil paintings, watercolors, and woodcuts. In addition to paintings, the museum features approx. 500 lifelike figures carved from ivory, wood, soapstone, and stone, which showcase the superb skills of the artists.

Nuuk · 734m from downtown
Myggedalen Panoramic View

Myggedalen Panoramic View

2.3
Nuuk · 1.1 km from downtown
Nuuk Katuaq - Cultural Center

Nuuk Katuaq - Cultural Center

2.3
Nuuk · 1.1 km from downtown
Nuuk Golf Club

Nuuk Golf Club

2.3
Nuuk · 1.8 km from downtown
Church of our Saviour

Church of our Saviour

2.2
Nuuk · 1.2 km from downtown
Nuuk Stadium

Nuuk Stadium

2
Nuuk · 614m from downtown
Hans Egede Statue

Hans Egede Statue

1.9
Nuuk · 1.2 km from downtown

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Public Art: Mother of the Sea

Public Art: Mother of the Sea

1.8
Nuuk · 1.3 km from downtown
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Nuuk Highlights Audio Tour: Arctic Culture and Heritage

Nuuk Highlights Audio Tour: Arctic Culture and Heritage

Nuuk

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17 days · Arctic · Kangerlussuaq - Greenland - Canada - Kangerlussuaq

17 days · Arctic · Kangerlussuaq - Greenland - Canada - Kangerlussuaq

4.9/5
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Ponant
Ponant
L'Austral
5
Depart from Kangerlussuaq
From MXN 446,953
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14 days · Arctic · Reykjavik - Tasiilaq - Skjoldungen - Kujalleq - Greenland - Nuuk - Sisimiut - Greenland - Kangerlussuaq

14 days · Arctic · Reykjavik - Tasiilaq - Skjoldungen - Kujalleq - Greenland - Nuuk - Sisimiut - Greenland - Kangerlussuaq

4.9/5
9 reviews
Ponant
Ponant
L'Austral
5
Depart from Reykjavik
From MXN 353,353
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Experiences you can't miss in Nuuk

Featured Day tours in Nuuk

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Greenland Nuuk round-trip: Ice fjord cruise 1-day tour
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Greenland Nuuk round-trip: Ice fjord cruise 1-day tour

4.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 13 hrs
English
FromMXN9,027.78
4 hr round-trip cruise adventure to Qoornoq island from Nuuk, Greenland
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4 hr round-trip cruise adventure to Qoornoq island from Nuuk, Greenland

Duration: 11.5 hrs
English
FromMXN6,944.45
2-hour northern lights chase tour in Nuuk, Greenland
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2-hour northern lights chase tour in Nuuk, Greenland

Duration: 4 hrs
English
FromMXN2,222.23
3-hour historical and culinary tour of Nuuk, Greenland
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3-hour historical and culinary tour of Nuuk, Greenland

Duration: 4.5 hrs
English
FromMXN3,611.12

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Trip Moments in Nuuk

Greenland: Discover the Untouched Beauty of the Arctic 🇬🇱❄️

Greenland: Discover the Untouched Beauty of the Arctic 🇬🇱❄️

“Imagine standing beside a quiet Arctic fjord as enormous icebergs drift slowly across crystal-clear water.”

@NOMADIC NOMAN · greenland · 20 days ago
The only airline in the world that can fly to the end of the world!!

The only airline in the world that can fly to the end of the world!!

“🇬🇱 Air Greenland: A new route to the end of the world?”

@3th@n C@rt3r · 7 days ago
The Edge of the World Has No Rail: Greenland's Nuuk Fjord Sea Cliff

The Edge of the World Has No Rail: Greenland's Nuuk Fjord Sea Cliff

“#travelsafetytips No Guardrails, No Excuses: Cliff Safety in Nuuk Fjord Hiking along Nuuk Fjord felt like standing at the edge of the world—because in many places, I literally was.”

@ggt6 · travelsafetytips · 8 days ago
Greenland vlog

Greenland vlog

“A capital city of only 20,000 people, hidden on the world's largest island | Nuuk, Greenland.”

@ANNIE LAWRENCE · 29 days ago

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What are the recommended tours and excursions in Nuuk?

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Greenland Nuuk round-trip: Ice fjord cruise 1-day tour, 4 hr round-trip cruise adventure to Qoornoq island from Nuuk, Greenland, and 2-hour northern lights chase tour in Nuuk, Greenland. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 14 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Nuuk is around MXN 2,222.23 – MXN 9,027.78. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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