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Merdø i Arendal
Photo: Gjermund Glesnes / Visit Sørlandet
Experience the best of city life and the archipelago

Welcome to Arendal

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Arendal Map

In Arendal, there’s something for everyone!

Explore Raet National Park, the stunning archipelago, and take a boat trip to one of the islands. Enjoy concerts at unique venues, challenge yourself at the Science Center, get your heart racing with trail biking on some of Norway's most thrilling tracks, and stay afloat in the heated outdoor pool. Arendal also boasts a vibrant city life with unique boutique shops, excellent restaurants, and fascinating museums. 

Explore Arendal

Dame handler sjokolade på Heimdal Chokolade i Arendal
Photo: Elisabeth Høibo©Visit Sørlandet

Shopping in Arendal

During a shopping trip in Arendal, you'll find everything from major national…

Inspiration

Glassheisen Arendal
Photo: Frida Neverdal / Visit Sørlandet

Weekend in Arendal

Arendal is far more than sun and southern summer. The city is an urban gem that can be enjoyed all…

Highlights in Arendal

Utsikt fra Glassheisen i Arendal
Photo: Marianne C. F. Ljøstad

Arendal is far more than sun and southern summer. The city is full of urban gems that you can enjoy all year round. Here are the things you must not miss.

Arendal the whole year

Places nearby

Tvedestrand by night
Photo: Goutbeks bilder/Tvedestrand kommune

Tvedestrand

Tvedestrand is almost reminiscent of a small white Andalusian harbor town where it is…

Grimstad by night
Photo: Gorm Helge Grønli Rudschinat

Grimstad

Be charmed by white wooden houses, narrow streets and cozy alleys. In Grimstad you…

Women trying in hats in Risør
Photo: Peder Austrud, Visit Sørlandet

Shopping in Risør

Shopping in Risør offers a delightful mix of discovery, craftsmanship, and…