Travel to Svalbard
A trip to Svalbard is excellent for nature, adventure and unique wilderness experiences. Through our services, we help make your trip to Svalbard both memorable and worry-free.
The price in Svalbard for a cup of
cappuccino
31-71 SEK
One hour
taxi ride
429-1021 SEK
Svalbard's largest airports
Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR)
Currency information
In Svalbard, you pay with Norwegian kroner (NOK). Means of payment accepted are cash or cards.
Most used means of payment
Cash
Primary currency in Svalbard
Plan your trip to Svalbard
At FOREX, you can prepare and plan your trip to Svalbard through services such as currency exchange, booking experiences and activities, finding flights and travel insurance. Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic, known for its remote location, dramatic landscapes, and rich wildlife, including polar bears, walruses, and Svalbard reindeer. The region offers a unique blend of Arctic nature and history, from ice-covered fjords and glaciers to historic whaling stations and mining villages. Discover Svalbard's heritage through guided tours, museums, and by participating in local events.
Things to Do in Svalbard
Svalbard offers a perfect combination of relaxation and adventure. Explore magnificent glacier hikes, dog sledding and ice caves, enjoy the northern lights during the winter months or experience the midnight sun that never sets during the summer. The region welcomes travelers with open arms, whether you're looking for an adventure in the wilderness, a scientific expedition, or a unique vacation. Some of the most popular activities include polar bear safaris, boat trips to remote fjords, and visits to the research-based settlement of Ny-Ålesund. The best way to experience Svalbard is through organized tours that take you safely through the wild and untamed nature of the archipelago.
We wish you a fantastic trip to Svalbard with many joyful moments. Have a nice trip!
Book experiences in Svalbard
FOREX Index for Svalbard
The FOREX Index compares average prices for middle-class or three-star hotels, restaurants and taxis, among others.
Time Zone: UTC+1
Average gratuity in
restaurant
10 %
FOREX Credit Card
Effective interest rate is 17.19% when paying by e-invoice (20.84% with paper invoice) for a used credit of 20,000 SEK repaid over 1 year (9DEC2024). Creditor: Entercard Group AB (organisation number 556673-0585), 105 34 Stockholm.
No currency exchange fees
Skip the markups and fees on your vacation.
No withdrawal fee outside the EU/EEA
Withdraw cash at no extra cost.
Supplementary travel insurance
90 days of protection for you and your family.
